This is such a cute children's book! My son is 15-months old and he loves to go with me to the farmer's market. We can easily spend all morning there, sampling things at every stall and picking out all of the best produce and freshly made goods. This book brings those special farmer's market trips to life with gorgeous illustrations and a very cute storyline. It is sure to entice kids and adults both into going to their local farmer's market asap.

There is nothing wrong with this book and there is everything wrong with this book. How much does poor information in a children's book matter? I am not versed in the discussion but I remember Walter Farley's 1945 nonsense portrayal of camels storing water in their stomach and think that it is a shame that people read it.

First I must say that I am very happy that Ms Pelto has not used "Farmer's" and instead uses the more traditional, common and more correct "Farmers". For those of you who bristle, there is a complex etymological argument that can be summarized by pointing out that we do not say "horse's stable", "Union's Hall", or "Steelworkers' Club".

Otherwise Ms Pelto's vision of farmers markets is very much the white elite stereotype we find in some popular literature and online. The market is a weekly fair, not a business location. The tents are beautiful, high peaked, and snow white. Dogs, music and non-food sales are allowed. The only farmer we see is white and older. We are told to buy the most beautiful vegetables.

Farmers markets are so much more than this. Most importantly, farmers markets are not white. Thousands of farmers, many, perhaps most of whom are people of color, use farmers markets as their primary sales venue and an important source of food.

Sales are from the back of pick-ups. Many heritage cultivars are not beautiful, and sales of "seconds" are important to home food preservers. Dogs are an unhealthy and dangerous nuisance and are mostly banned. Farmers markets take place all week, not just on weekends. The most austere markets, those that focus on farmer profit, ban crafts and non-food item sales because the consumer dollars should be for farmers only. Entertainment, while it may be linked to increased traffic, is only weakly linked to improved sales. Most markets only have entertainment on special days.

Ms Pelto's book promotes elitist stereotypes and we can ask if this is what is needed today.

When children are little, simple excursions are often quite enjoyable. In this read-aloud, children will get to experience the fun of a visit to some farmers' markets. At the ones that Sophia goes to, there is lots of activity. There are friends to see, foods to eat, pets to enjoy and market goods to bring home. All of this is shown with both words and text.

The illustrations in this book are bright and cheerful. The text is simple. This is a pleasant short book that young children will enjoy.

A very well thought out children's book that is full of sweet and delightful illustrations that are both entertaining as well as informative for children and adults alike. I especially enjoyed the fun references to food and the friendly characters that seem to come to life in this children's storybook. I highly recommend this book for both children and adults.

So Sweet. I love bringing my nieces and granddaughter to the farmer's market. We make a big deal about it. The images represent a diversity of characters and are illustrated in a way that appeals to children. This book emphasizes all of the wonderful things that can be found like friends, activities, seasonal produce, treats, farmers, community.

Fun little story to get kids excited about their local farmer's market! Farmer's markets are a great family outing and this story is a perfect companion! I especially appreciated the parts about the produce at the farmer's market and their different seasons. The watercolor illustrations were perfect - very nice and colorful.

Super cute! Great for kids who have or are about to go to a farmer’s market, good for chatting about fruit and veggies and what it means to be in season.

I received a free ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This is a story about a young girl that loves to go to the Farmer's Market. She talks about all the fun things she can do there and her friends that she meets there. The text is simple and easy. The pictures are very colorful and eye catching. A great book to explain to get kids the important of buying fresh produce and shopping locally.

Charming story for the preschool set to get them excited about going to the farmers market and to shop and eat locally. Sweet illustrations, celebration of vegetables, and love of being local.

MEET ME AT THE FARMERS MARKET is a delightful way to get children interested in shopping local. The story is told simply, making it easy for children of all ages to understand and enjoy. Endearingly written by author Lisa Petto, and with charming illustrations by Paula S. Wallace, this is a book is sure to become a favorite to many children.

Sophia is heading off to the farmers market with her mother. She loves going to the farmers market every weekend and so do her friends. They all have favorite foods to buy and favorite seasons to find them in.

This is a great story for sparking discussions about food at home or in the classroom.

I loved this little book! It is so cute. I love the illustrations. They were perfect. This is a great way to expose young children to what they might see at a farmer's market should the family plan a trip. It also might let some kids know where their fruits and vegetables come from. I can't wait to share this book with some of my young friends. It also makes we want to visit the farmer's market this weekend.

A cute story about kids at a local farmer's market. The illustrations are adorable and the story is easy to read.

Our public library is very active in our town's Farmer Market. The experience discussed by the narrator is one that can be related to by all. Will be recommending.

This was an amazing little story. Fun characters and a nice and sweet storyline. Would highly recommend this book to everyone.