In this timeless story from a time not so long ago, Annie and her sister help Mama with washing the clothes on Monday morning. From gathering and sorting the clothes, to washing and hanging them outside to dry, to folding and putting them away, the family works together to get the job done.

"First we work and then we play." Mama smiles but walks with purpose to the porch.

Tessa Blackham's warm, hand-painted cut-paper collages bring the reader to a time in the Midwest when doing the laundry was an all-day family chore.

About the Author
MaryAnn Sundby: As a child, she could be found tending to chores on her family's farm. She went on to explore the wilds of Alaska, the oil fields of Texas, and the copper mines of Arizona. She returned to Colorado to write about her life's journey and share it with readers. An avid adventurer and history buff, she writes stories that enhance understanding of heritage along with fostering hope and joy. This is her first picture book. Tessa Blackham: First time children's book illustrator, she graduated from Brigham Young University with her BFA in illustration. Tessa works as a freelance illustrator and in her spare time enjoys sailing and playing the piano. She currently resides in Seattle, Washington, with her husband, Andrew, and a fluffy studio cat, Willow. www.tessablackham.com Visit her website: http://tessablackham.com


Book Information
ISBN 9780991386666
Author MaryAnn Sundby
Format Hardback
Page Count 40
Imprint Ripple Grove Press
Publisher Ripple Grove Press
Weight(grams) 445g
Dimensions(mm) 221mm * 300mm * 8mm