This Is a Story

A child discovers the magic of books and the power of imagination at the library.

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40 pages· 118 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

A child embarks on a library adventure with a sea-horse kite, discovering a book that ignites their imagination. As they explore, they witness how stories connect people and inspire dreams. What wonders will they uncover, and how will their newfound passion shape their world? Dive into a tale where books become bridges to understanding and empowerment.

From the publisher

Children’s literacy advocate John Schu and Caldecott Honor recipient Lauren Castillo celebrate the power of finding the perfect book–in a story that’s more relevant than ever. This is a word on a page.This is a page in a book.This is a book on a shelf . . . waiting. With a sea-horse kite in hand, a child heads out with Dad to the library. On the way they stop at a park, joining lots of people, some of whom are flying kites, too. At the library, a person toting a big pile of books hands over a story on a favorite subject: the sea horse. All around, there are readers poring over books, each with their own questions, ideas to explore, hopes for the future, and imaginations ready to spark. With a warm, lyrical text and tenderly expressive illustrations, John Schu and Lauren Castillo invite us to imagine the myriad ways that books can foster connection and understanding–and how they can empower children, through their own passions, to transform the world.

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