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Anfisa Plants A Rock (Large Print Edition)
Paperback
Publisher: Svetlana Perry
Published: Mar 1 2026
Pages: 26
Weight: 0.18
Height: 0.07 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Meet Anfisa the Monkey in this gentle picture book about gardening, curiosity, and early science for preschoolers.
When Anfisa plants an acorn and a rock, she learns what can grow and what cannot.
In Anfisa Plants a Rock, young readers join Anfisa in the garden as she digs in the soil and discovers a surprising treasure: an acorn. With care and excitement, Anfisa plants the seed. Then, in her playful monkey way, she decides to plant something else too-a rock! Together, Anfisa and the narrator patiently water and wait to see what will happen. Little children are invited to join the experiment!
Before long, a beautiful sprout peeks out of the soil. The acorn is growing! But the rock stays just the same. Through gentle humor and curiosity, children learn an important early science concept: living things can grow, while nonliving things do not. Anfisa's joyful reactions help young readers understand that both seeds and rocks belong in nature-even if they change in different ways.
Written by a preschool gardening teacher, this story introduces science and nature concepts in a calm, developmentally appropriate way for young children. The language is simple, rhythmic, and engaging, making it perfect for read-alouds at home or in the classroom.
The book also includes:
- A nature fact page explaining why seeds grow, and rocks do not
- A playful song set to a familiar tune
- A hands-on garden activity that encourages children to plant their own seed and observe its growth
Anfisa Plants a Rock supports early learning by helping children:
- Understand the difference between living and nonliving things
- Learn what plants need to grow
- Practice patience, observation, and care for nature
- Build curiosity and confidence through exploration
Perfect for ages 3-6, this gentle picture book blends storytelling, early science, and hands-on learning. Ideal for parents, teachers, homeschoolers, and nature-loving families, Anfisa Plants a Rock invites children to slow down, look closely, and celebrate the small miracles happening right beneath their feet.
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