The Story of the Root Children

The Story of the Root Children by Sibylle von Olfers (1881-1916)

This is a classic story of the changing seasons. The root children spend the winter asleep. When spring comes, they wake, sew themselves new gowns, and clean and paint the beetles and bugs. All summer they play in fields, ponds and meadows before returning in the autumn to Mother Earth, who welcomes them home and puts them to bed once more.

From the author of The Story of the Wind Children and The Story of the Snow Children, here is another classic children's story with beautiful illustrations in the Art Nouveau style.

Book Details:

• Number of Pages: 24
• Book Size: 8-1/2" x 11"
• Book Type: Hardcover
• Recommended Ages: 4 and up
• ISBN 10: 086315106X
• ISBN 13: 978-0863151064

Book Condition:

• This book is brand new and is in perfect condition. 

Why We Love It

We love the books by Sibylle von Olfers because they are timeless — they engage children's imaginations in simple pleasures.