Jumping Beans for Human Beans - Hardcover

by Agnes de Souza (Author), Zoe Kerbey (Illustrator)

A little girl, a bag of seeds, and a garden full of surprises!

Imagine a child's pure delight when her seeds sprout-and immediately greet her in their unique and whimsical ways! These quirky little characters are utterly convinced she is just another bean like them, only with lots of growing up still to do. Together, they discover the magic and endless potential of being BEANS!

Rooted in the living rhythm of the earth, this heartwarming tale celebrates friendship, nourishment, and the cycle of life. Soft watercolour illustrations bring the patience of the seasons to life, mirroring the quiet awakening of the child's inner being alongside the growing seed. Written in lyrical, bouncing verse, it is a perfect read-aloud for classroom circletimes, bedtime routines, and home story times. Packed with playful movement prompts and a wholesome bean recipe, it joyfully invites children to move with the sprouts, get busy in the kitchen, and step away from screens.

This unique book is a beautiful collaboration between a Steiner movement teacher and a former student who once stepped out these very stories as a child.

Recommended for young readers aged 4-9.