"Chalk Doll" by Frane Lessac tells the poignant story of a young girl who discovers the power of imagination and creativity through the art of drawing. Living in a vibrant community, she uses chalk to transform ordinary surfaces into expressive canvases that bring together her neighborhood. As she invites others to contribute their stories through their own drawings, the girl learns about friendship, diversity, and the strength of community. Through vivid illustrations and lyrical text, the book explores themes of artistry, connection, and the beauty of self-expression, encouraging readers to embrace their creativity and share their voices with the world. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 5-8 years.

There are 30 pages in this book. This book was published in 1993 by Perfection Learning .

Frane Lessac is an artist and author of international renown having exhibited in London, Paris, New York, Los Angeles and the Caribbean. Her numerous children's books have been translated into a variety of languages. Frane was born in the United States but now lives in Australia. Charlotte Pomerantz is the author of thirty-five books for children, including The Piggy in the Puddle. Her books Posy and The Mousery each won Christopher Awards. She lives on an island about thirteen miles long and two miles wide at the mouth of the Hudson River.