Under the ground, deep in the earth among the roots of the trees, the
little root children were fast asleep all winter long...
When spring comes, it's time for the root children ndash; snowdrop,
forget-me-not, buttercup, daisy and poppy ndash; to wake up! There are
new dresses to sew, and insects to be painted.
When summer comes, the root children are free to play in the beautiful
fields, ponds and meadows. But when autumn comes and the cold wind
starts to blow, it's time to go back to their cosy home below ground.
Sibylle von Olfers' classic story has been loved by generations of
children. It's also available in a mini-format edition and a board book
for very little hands.