![]() I have to admit, I chose this book as much for myself as for the children, and if my Mother and Grandmother were still alive, I'd be buying them each a copy too. This is a lovely book, but this one is for the dreamers. It is simply that the younger child is more of a dreamer and the older child is very scientific. My oldest (age 8) however had little interest in this, and I don't think this is to do with age. He enjoyed the song as well and was soon discovering other songs by The Beatles. ![]() I could tell it left an impression on him when he asked for the Octopus's Garden to be included in our make believe stories before bed. My youngest child (age 5) loved this, and I could see the dreamy look in his eyes as he obviously imagined himself in this magical place. With older children it is apt to be either loved or met with complete indifference. The bright colours and captivating illustrations will draw the youngest of children in, and the fact that you can sing instead of read this, gives it a lullaby-like quality for infants. This is one of those books that I feel will appeal to almost all babies. It as if he captured the dreams of a generation of children with his brush. The pictures perfectly reflect the feelings of peace and the joy of discovery in a realm made of magic and dreams. The illustrations are by Ben Cort, and this really is a match made in heaven. It is a fanciful trip under the waves to an ocean filled with peace and delightful creatures waiting to befriend the children who happen to visit. But whether you grew up listening to The Beatles, or have little use for their music, this book has its own magic for young readers. It was Ringo's and I think the song has captured the essence of the song writer. It is the only song, to my knowledge written solely by Ringo, and the last song which featured Ringo as the lead vocalist. I used to close my eyes listen to the words as I pictured the Octopus and his enchanted garden. I loved this song as a very young child, and I always felt this was written for children, at least on some level. The text of this book consists only of the lyrics to The Beatles song Octopus's Garden from their 1969 album - Abbey Road. This is a beautifully illustrated book which takes the readers into a lovely world of fantasy. Publisher: Simon and Schuster Children's Books There are floor fans, bedside lights and power sockets in each room with plenty of lockers.Summary: A whimsical book which you can read or sing to children, but which might just appeal to adults as much as to children. The dorm beds are simple wooden beds with traditional spring mattresses, and bed sheets, pillows, towels and blankets are provided to each guest. The private rooms are built with good ventilation, one private room has kitchen and bathrooms en suite, the other five private rooms share a communal kitchen, showers and bathrooms. ![]() The Hostel has six private rooms and three dorm rooms, with a total capacity of 30 beds. There are many spots in the vicinity for surfing, windsurfing, kite surfing and whale watching, and the nearby picturesque towns of Sayulita and San Pancho, as well as Puerto Vallarta are easily accessible for sightseeing on public transport. La Cruz is set on the north shore of the Banderas Bay, part of the Pacific coastline that is known as Riviera Nayarit which attracts a large and lively sailing community, many sailboats are moored in the Marina Riviera Nayarit and anchored outside in the bay during the peak season. ![]() The book exchange serves both residents and travellers who come from near and far. The studio hosts a variety of activities, including yoga, dancing, tai chi, cinema screenings and language classes. The café serves organic Nayarit coffee roasted onsite, home baked pastries and breakfasts in season. The gallery showcases Huichol art, spectacular visionary yarn paintings, beaded jewellery, t-shirts with Huichol art and weaving from the indigenous people in the nearby mountains. The complex also houses a gallery, a café, a yoga/dance studio, a book exchange and a restaurant. The Hostel is part of a complex built around a garden patio with a frangipani tree, mango trees and pine trees. The Octopus Garden has been under the same ownership for over twenty years and serves as a place of memorable encounters in La Cruz. The Hostel was originally built for 3 large 8-armed printing presses, known as “octopus’s” in Mexico, after which the Hostel is named, but this also refers to the famous Beatles song released in 1969 Octopus's Garden, and the English owners who made their journey from England to Mexico on a paper boat Taulua. The Octopus Garden is located in the traditional village of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle in the Banderas Bay area with easy access to Puerto Vallarta airport.
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