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John Schu

This Is a Story

This Is a Story

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John Schu and Caldecott Honor recipient Lauren Castillo celebrate the power of finding the perfect book, which can foster connection and understanding and empower children to transform the world.

Format: Hardback
Length: 40 pages
Publication date: 02 March 2023
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd


Children's literacy advocate John Schu and Caldecott Honor recipient Lauren Castillo join forces in a captivating story that celebrates the profound impact of discovering the perfect book, a message that resonates with greater significance than ever before. This tale unfolds as a child embarks on a journey to the library accompanied by their father, carrying a seahorse kite in their hand. Along the way, they encounter a bustling park filled with individuals engaged in kite flying, creating a vibrant atmosphere of shared enthusiasm. Upon reaching the library, a person adorned with a substantial pile of books eagerly hands over a story centered around the enchanting seahorse. Throughout the space, readers of all ages can be seen engrossed in their books, each carrying their unique set of questions, ideas, dreams, and boundless imaginations.

In their captivating collaboration, John Schu and Lauren Castillo weave a tender and lyrical narrative that invites us to envision the endless possibilities that books offer in fostering connections and understanding. Through their vivid illustrations, they gently evoke a sense of empathy and compassion, empowering children to embrace their passions and embark on a transformative journey to shape the world around them. This story serves as a reminder of the immense power of literature to ignite curiosity, inspire imagination, and nurture the seeds of change within young minds. By celebrating the magic of finding the perfect book, John Schu and Lauren Castillo remind us of the profound impact that stories can have on our lives and the collective journey we embark upon as readers and advocates for children's literacy.

Weight: 450g
Dimension: 257 x 266 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529516074

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