About This Book
Lois Ehlert's 'Market Day' invites young readers into the lively world of a farm family's trip to the farmers' market. Through simple, rhythmic verse and bold, colorful folk art illustrations, children aged 3-7 will follow the family as they prepare their produce, travel to the market, sell their wares, and make new purchases. It's a delightful exploration of community, commerce, and the simple pleasures of family life, perfect for sparking conversations about where food comes from and the value of hard work.
On market day, a farm family experiences all the fun and excitement of going to and from the farmers' market.
Discussion Prompts
1
What kinds of things did the farm family sell at the market?
2
What did the family buy at the market? What would you buy?
3
Have you ever been to a farmers' market or a grocery store? What did you see there?
4
What is your favorite part about going to a market or store with your family?
5
How do you think the family felt when they were going to the market and coming home?
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