A little boy recounts all the special places on his family's farm. Eli knows that no matter where the rest of his life takes him, all the places to love are right here, connected to the land. MacLachlan's moving text is paired with stunning full-color illustrations that capture the simple beauty of ...

A little boy recounts all the special places on his family's farm. Eli knows that no matter where the rest of his life takes him, all the places to love are right here, connected to the land. MacLachlan's moving text is paired with stunning full-color illustrations that capture the simple beauty of farm life.

A picture book celebration of love by the Newbery Medal-winning author, Patricia MacLachlan, with luminous paintings by Mike Wimmer.

Within the sanctuary of a loving family, baby Eli is born and, as he grows, learns to cherish the people and places around him, eventually passing on what he has discovered to his new baby sister, Sylvie: "All the places to love are here . . . no matter where you may live." This stunning picture book is the perfect gift for parents of a new baby.

"This loving book will be something to treasure."' -Booklist

"The quiet narrative is so intensely felt it commands attention. . . . a lyrical celebration." -Kirkus Reviews