Review of The Farmer

Prarthna · Post by **Prarthna** » 16 Dec 2021, 08:32

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Farmer" by Sam Braidwood.]

4 out of 4 stars

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I think most people would agree that farming is not merely a profession; it is a way of life. The Farmer is an illustrated children’s book written by Sam Braidwood. It follows a typical busy day in the hardworking farmer's life.

Every morning, the farmer wakes up at the crack of dawn. His day begins by patting his dog, Rex. After that, the farmer tends to his farming duties, such as feeding the chickens, collecting their eggs, milking the cows, shearing the sheep, taking care of the horse, gathering the grains, and many more daily chores. There is never a dull moment in the farmer's day. The farmer has to repeat his busy routine every day, but he is passionate about everything he does, so he would never want to change anything.

I had a lovely time reading this book. I loved the bond between the farmer and his faithful dog, Rex. Throughout the day, Rex assists the farmer with all his duties. This book is inspired by the author's father-in-law, a dedicated farmer. Children will gain a deeper understanding of the hard work that goes into being a farmer after reading this book. This book imparts the value of passion and commitment to whatever one does in life. It will also teach children to be grateful for the food they get.

The book has rhyming text, so children will enjoy reading or listening to it. The adorable, colorful, and witty illustrations done by Marina Dajneko will surely grab the children's attention. Also, since the illustrations correspond to the on-page text, children will easily comprehend the narration and will be able to identify different animals. The story flows well and is easy to understand. A touch of humor adds to the charm of this book. This book will be valuable for the children living in urban areas, as they are usually unfamiliar with the responsibilities of a farmer.

There is nothing I disliked about this children's book. It is exceptionally well edited, as I did not encounter any errors. I am pleased to rate The Farmer 4 out of 4 stars. The book will be suitable for children below the age of ten. I also recommend it to teachers, parents, and grandparents who enjoy reading books to children.

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markodim721 · Post by **markodim721** » 18 Dec 2021, 13:12

I like the statement that farming is not just a profession but a way of life. Thanks for the objective review.

Raluca_Mihaila · Post by **Raluca_Mihaila** » 18 Dec 2021, 15:15

It seems like a lovely book, and I would like to meet Rex!

Thank you for this wonderful review.

Sarah Sonbol · Post by **Sarah Sonbol** » 19 Dec 2021, 02:18

This books sounds great especially for kids living in cities and without any experience on how life looks like for a farmer in rural areas. I also agree that this makes them appreciate how they get their food and the effort it takes to grow plants. Thanks for the nice review.

Hana_Fabro · Post by **Hana_Fabro** » 19 Dec 2021, 20:59

I believe this book is a good one. I want to know more about Rex, he's probably a nice dog. Thanks for sharing this great review.

Immaculate06 · Post by **Immaculate06** » 21 Dec 2021, 00:23

Farming can be interesting if it is done passionately. I love the author's perspective. Good review.

NancyDrew12 · Post by **NancyDrew12** » 21 Dec 2021, 07:58

This book can be great for kids. It can teach them where and how the food they eat has made its way to them. And the rhyming just makes it all the better. Lovely review!

Muskan Upadhyaya · Post by **Muskan Upadhyaya** » 24 Dec 2021, 23:05

I appreciate the fact that the topics like farming and its components are now being included in the main stream novel.
Thank you for the great review

Ellylion · Post by **Ellylion** » 12 Jan 2022, 10:05

I believe children would benefit from the book explaining the bond between the main character and his dog

Thanks for a great review!

Ndagire Hassifah · Post by **Ndagire Hassifah** » 23 Jan 2022, 10:30

A rythming book sounds interesting. Children will really love it. It can also teach children how the food they eat is made. Thanks for the review.

Clare Jose · Post by **Clare Jose** » 07 Feb 2022, 22:46

I'm happy to know that a farmer's daily life has been made the main theme of a children's book. This will surely prove to be an interesting and beneficial book for children.

Raymonda onwuka · Post by **Raymonda onwuka** » 17 Feb 2022, 10:14

Interesting! Teaching kids the importance of hardwork and commitment through this wonderful piece of writing is definitely a smart idea.

Hyacinth Bella · Post by **Hyacinth Bella** » 18 Mar 2022, 22:07

This seems to be a sweet, lovely read. I would love to know how lovely the relationship between the farmer and the dog is. Farming and farmers are two beings that we should appreciate more, for they keep bringing delicious foods on our tables. Thank you for the spectacular review!