Today I learned that folks living in the arctic region wear a minimum of two parkas, grass skirts are made of raffia or hala leaves, and that, once upon a time, Swedish cobblers who didn't make traditional shoes correctly could find themselves placed in the stocks!  Kids who are curious and like to color can experience the result of this research in DOLLS OF THE WORLD, our Fall 2012 coloring book.  And now, I will turn my attention to a story about having a plant--who dances!--as your best friend.                     --Cecile, Blue Apple editor, at her desk by the window, with a view of the creek