This book is specially designed in Amazon's fixed-layout KF8 format with region magnification. Double-tap on an area of text to zoom and read. With humor and warmth, this childrens picture book raises awareness about poverty and hungerBest friends Sofia and Maddi live in the same neighborhood, go to the same school, and play in the same park, but while Sofias fridge at home is full of nutritious food, the fridge at Maddis house is empty. Sofia learns that Maddis family doesnt have enough money to fill their fridge and promises Maddi shell keep this discovery a secret. But because Sofia wants to help her friend, shes faced with a difficult decision: to keep her promise or tell her parents about Maddis empty fridge. Filled with colorful artwork, this storybook addresses issues of poverty with honesty and sensitivity while instilling important lessons in friendship, empathy, trust, and helping others. A call to action section, with six effective ways for children to help fight hunger and information on antihunger groups, is also included.

 

This book is the winner of numerous awards. It was recognised by the Christopher Award. It was recognised by the Washington Children's Choice Picture Book Award. It also was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Nevada Young Readers' Award.

There are 32 pages in this book. This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+). This book was published 2019 by Flashlight Press .

Vin Vogel is a Brazilian illustrator and character designer who now lives in Brooklyn, New York.