Root Children : Onebook Press : 9781998157075 : 1998157075 : 05 Sep 2023 : The Root Children is a children's book written and illustrated by Sibylle von Olfers. It was first published in 1906 in Germany and has since become a classic in children's literature. The book is known for its beautifully detailed illustrations and enchanting storytelling. The story revolves around a group of root children who live underground during the winter months, representing the various plants and flowers in a garden. As spring approaches, a kind and loving Old Woman awakens the root children and helps them prepare for the arrival of spring. The root children transform into flowers and plants, emerging from the ground to enjoy the warmer seasons. The book captures the magic and wonder of the changing seasons and the cycle of life in nature. Olfers' intricate illustrations are a central feature of the book, depicting the root children's world and their transformation into blossoming flowers with delicat