An evocative wordless picture book that is a loving tribute to mindful living on our precious planet. Beautifully effective. – Kirkus Reviews, starred review Deeply profound… compelling… emotionally resonant. – School Library Journal, starred review* Elevating the life of an ephemeral object to the time scale of love across generations. – Publishers Weekly, starred reviewFrom a tall tree growing in the forest–to the checkout counter at the grocery store–one little bag finds its way into the hands of a young boy on the eve of his first day of school.And so begins an incredible journey of one little bag that is usedand reusedand reused again.In a three-generation family, the bag is transporter of objects and keeper of memories. And when Grandfather comes to the end of his life, the family finds a meaningful new way for the battered, but much-loved little bag to continue its journey in the circle of life.
Henry Cole was a celebrated science teacher for many years before turning his talents to children’s books. He has worked on over one hundred fifty books for children, including his own Unspoken, Big Bug, A Nest for Celeste, Jack’s Garden, Brambleheart, and On Meadowview Street. He lives in Fort Lauderdale, FL. You can visit Henry online at www.henrycole.net.
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