Time to Explore Farms

Spend a year on the farm as seasons change, crops grow, and animals are born!

With charming illustrations, narrative text, and key terms highlighted on each page, this book offers an introduction to the world of farming for young children. From cows and sheep to tractors and combine harvesters, every child’s favorite is featured here!

At the beginning, a two-page illustration opens up to reveal a farm. Turn the page and follow along as the farmer tends the fields, looks after the animals, and keeps the farm running over the course of the year! And so we watch as the seasons change, until a gatefold opens to reveal the result of a year’s hard work – a shop full of everything grown on the farm!

Accompanying the narrative text, there are lots of fun details to look out for in each scene – from a mischievous farm cat to a loyal sheepdog! Learn everything there is to know about farming in this fact-filled story that is sure to engage children everywhere.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs