{"id":1124,"date":"2021-07-26T06:47:58","date_gmt":"2021-07-26T13:47:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/asuen.com\/nonfictionmonday\/?p=1124"},"modified":"2021-07-25T18:53:28","modified_gmt":"2021-07-26T01:53:28","slug":"harlem-grown-how-one-big-idea-transformed-a-neighborhood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/asuen.com\/nonfictionmonday\/harlem-grown-how-one-big-idea-transformed-a-neighborhood\/","title":{"rendered":"Harlem Grown: How One Big Idea Transformed a Neighborhood"},"content":{"rendered":"

Today at Wrapped in Foil<\/a> we are highlighting Harlem Grown: How One Big Idea Transformed a Neighborhood <\/em>by Tony Hillery and illustrated by Jessie Hartland.<\/p>\n

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When Mr. Tony (Tony Hillery) spotted an abandoned lot across from a school in Harlem, he had an idea. Getting help from the community, he cleaned it up and invited children to help him plant a garden. Through trial and error a farm emerged.<\/p>\n

The colors in Jessie Hartland\u2019s illustrations reflect the journey of the story. The first few pages capture the gray mood of the abandoned lot. As things\u00a0 turn around, the background colors move through shades of green to a lively and vibrant mix. Lovely!<\/p>\n

The benefits of gardening with children are many. From getting outside for healthy exercise, to learning patience, to appreciating the taste of fresh vegetables, gardening is a win-win-win activity. Harlem Grown<\/em> is about making it happen. Share a copy today and you will be glad you did.<\/p>\n

Be sure to stop by Wrapped in Foil<\/a> where we have many activity suggestions and resources to accompany the book.<\/p>\n

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Copyright \u00a9 2021 Roberta Gibson<\/a> All Rights Reserved.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Today at Wrapped in Foil we are highlighting Harlem Grown: How One Big Idea Transformed a Neighborhood by Tony Hillery and illustrated by Jessie Hartland. When Mr. Tony (Tony Hillery) spotted an abandoned lot across from a school in Harlem, he had an idea. Getting help from the community, he cleaned it up and invited … <\/p>\n

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