A funny story about following dreams, telling the truth, and discovering what you're good at. For best friends ages 5 years and up.
Willy wants to play a part in a musical, but his voice is kind of shrill, not really in tune, and . . . quite horrible. Should Walter be honest? He hates hurting his friend's feelings. And how would Willy react?
Bonnie Grubman grew up with a love of reading. As a child, she lived in an apartment with her family, pet turtles, and a parakeet. On hot summer nights, she would cool off on the fire escape with a flashlight and a big stack of books. Bonnie went to nursing school, but later decided to trade her nurse's hat for a classroom full of picture books. She was inspired by her students who found joy and curiosity in everything they saw. Because of these kids, and for all kids, she became a writer. Bonnie livesin Syosset, New York.
Judi Abbotwas born and raised in Italy. She studied illustration at the art school in Milan. Now, she lives with her family in London. Judy usually works with acrylics, collage and color pencils, but she is also good with digital media. Next to her work as an illustrator, Judy organizes creative workshops for children in bookshops and in libraries.
Clavis
Fall 2023
On Sale: Sep 29/23
Cloth | 9.84 x 10.2
full color
JUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories
4-9 years
9781605377124