Does your little one often have a bit of struggle with tangled hair in the morning? See how this common challenge turns into a fanciful adventure in Lisbeth and the Littering Ladybugs by P.E. Shadrick. Learn more about this lovely picture book and enter to win an amazing prize pack, including a signed hardcover copy, two ladybug bracelets and a $50 Amazon gift card!
My Review:
An endearing narrative enriched with dreamy drawings, Lisbeth and the Littering Ladybugs presents an imaginative and engaging story about kindness, responsibility and problem-solving.
Lisbeth wakes up one morning to find her long hair in tangles and knots. As she helps Lisbeth detangle her hair, Grandma suggests that the mess might be left behind by the fun-loving ladybugs partying all night in her hair. Puzzled and intrigued, Lisbeth wants to know more. Grandma goes on to tell her the full story, from what the grand gala is for and what each ladybug does for the party, to how the party goes and how it ends. That leaves the little girl wondering: should we clean up the clutter that someone else creates?
Told through cheerful conversations between Grandma and Lisbeth, the tale draws young readers into a whimsical world animated through shimmering watercolor illustrations marked by vibrant and varied colors. The combination of human faces and ladybug bodies not only brings the characters to life, but also adds humor and expression to the story. The grand gala wouldn't be successful without the beautiful decorations, stylish costumes, and delicious refreshments vivaciously detailed in the artwork.
The party planning process manifests the power of teamwork as each ladybug uses his or her unique talent to make a contribution, such as music, decoration, costume design and food preparation. Meanwhile, Grandma's patient and kind help inspires Lisbeth to spread kindness, share responsibility and solve problems proactively. The precious bond between Lisbeth and Grandma may remind young readers of all the fun they can have with their own grandparents. The book suggests ideas for comforting and cheering someone up while introducing a long list of names that start with the letter L.
Written with love and illustrated with style, Lisbeth and the Littering Ladybugs is a cute and cozy read that encourages kids to be more caring, considerate, responsible and independent. It's a perfect book for grandparents and their grandchildren to read together.
About the Book:
Ages: 3-6 | 32 Pages
Publisher: P.E. Shadrick | ISBN: 979-8-9912340-0-9
Do you know what happens at night when you sleep? The ladybugs come out to play!
Lisbeth, a lively six-year-old, wakes up one morning to discover a tangled mess in her hair. Her grandmother tells her the story of how a group of playful ladybugs is the cause of all the knots in her hair. Through Grandma’s fanciful story of the ladybugs’ glorious grand gala, Lisbeth learns the lesson of how shared responsibility can be both necessary and fun.
Inspired by the stories of P.E. Shadrick’s own grandmother, this charming story comes to life through the vibrant and varied colors watercolor illustrations of Montreal artist, Maya Penzlik.
Available in hardback and a special expanded artwork edition (11″ x 8.5″), as well as paperback (8.5″ x 8.5″), Kindle, and digital editions.
Purchase links: Amazon | Barnes and Noble | Author’s Website—Special Edition
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