Charlotte and the Quiet Place

By Deborah Sosin, Sara Woolley (Illustrator)

Charlotte seeks silence in a world full of noise.

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40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Charlotte craves peace, but noise follows her everywhere—barking dogs, creaky swings, and loud sirens. Even the library isn't quiet. When her dog Otto leads her on a chase through the park, Charlotte stumbles upon an unexpected sanctuary. Can she find tranquility amidst chaos? Discover how Charlotte learns the art of mindful breathing and the beauty of silence in a bustling world. This adventure of self-discovery offers a gentle reminder of the power of quiet moments, resonating with children and adults alike.

From the publisher

2015 INDIEFAB Book of the Year Gold Award Winner!2016 Independent Publisher Book Awards Silver Medalist!2015 National Parenting Publications Bronze Award Winner! Charlotte likes quiet. But wherever Charlotte goes, she is surrounded by noise, noise, noise–her yipping dog, Otto; the squeaky, creaky swings; the warbling, wailing sirens. Even in the library, children yammer and yell. Where can Charlotte find a quiet place? Sara Woolley’s magnificent watercolors bring Charlotte’s city to life when Otto leads her on a wild chase through the park. There, Charlotte discovers a quiet place where she never would have imagined! Sometimes children need a break from our noisy, over-stimulating world.Charlotte and the Quiet Place shows how a child learns and practices mindful breathing on her own and experiences the beauty of silence. All children will relate to the unfolding adventure and message of self-discovery and empowerment. Parents, teachers, and caretakers of highly active or sensitive children will find this story especially useful.

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