The Empty House - Scholl, Mary Stewart

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Résumé :
When the Stewart family departs their cozy cottage for the winter, a bustling community of creatures emerges from the shadows to claim the empty space as their own. Led by the curious chipmunk, Charles II and guided by the wise porcupine Mr. Petrik, the animals embark on a whimsical journey of discovery and friendship. Join Mrs. Cakepan and her quirky crew of animal friends as they settle into their new home, where every corner holds a surprise and every day brings a new adventure. From unpacking bundles to unexpected visitors, life in the cozy kitchen becomes a delightful tale of camaraderie and exploration. From snowy adventures to festive celebrations, this charming tale celebrates the magic of friendship, the beauty of nature, and the extraordinary possibilities found within the walls of an empty house....

Biographie:
I was born in Washington DC and raised in Brookmont, overlooking the C&O Canal, and the Little Falls of the Potomac River. Beauty surrounded us both indoors and out, with my father's and grandmother's paintings hanging on our walls. What did you do for recreation back then? You took your miniature Windsor Newton watercolors and your #2 sable brush and went out to find a beautiful spot to paint.I studied at Cornell College in Iowa, earning a BA and a minor in arts. Continuing my education and work at the Art Institute of Chicago, I developed a love for etching and lithography.For the next decade, I taught kindergarten in Chicago, spending six years teaching art via closed circuit TV for grade school children. I also led in-service programs for teachers, creating all the artwork for the TV station.Upon my son's birth, I opened a store called Home Made Goods, crafting everything from stuffed toys to wooden puzzles, beads, clothes, purses, and silver jewelry. Within three years, I expanded into decorative rubber stamps, a yarn business, and an antique paper gallery.But since owning my own gallery, I found no time to paint. On July 4th, 1979, I visited Beaver Island, stayed one day and decided to move permanently. I opened the Beaver Island Toy Museum soon after. During winters, I created paintings to sell at the Toy Museum in the summer. Now, I share my life with my husband, Captain Glen Felixson, and our two cherished kitties, Pearl and Felix....

Sommaire:
When the Stewart family departs their cozy cottage for the winter, a bustling community of creatures emerges from the shadows to claim the empty space as their own. Led by the curious chipmunk, Charles II and guided by the wise porcupine Mr. Petrik, the animals embark on a whimsical journey of discovery and friendship. Join Mrs. Cakepan and her quirky crew of animal friends as they settle into their new home, where every corner holds a surprise and every day brings a new adventure. From unpacking bundles to unexpected visitors, life in the cozy kitchen becomes a delightful tale of camaraderie and exploration. From snowy adventures to festive celebrations, this charming tale celebrates the magic of friendship, the beauty of nature, and the extraordinary possibilities found within the walls of an empty house....