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Once Upon a Memory


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No. of pages 40

Published: 2013

Great for age 5-8 years

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Does a feather remember it was once a bird?Does a story remember it was once a word?In this simple yet evocative picture book, author Nina Laden takes readers on a journey through the various cycles of growing up, from a garden that began as a single seed to a child remembering that she was once small. Nina's gentle, rhythmic verse combines with Renata's enchanting illustrations to create a tender look at life for parent and child to share together. The story appeals to both children and adults - children will respond to the enticing read-aloud and the "before" and "after" scenes, and adults will connect with the poignant message.

 

 

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book has been graded for interest at 3-6 years.

There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2013 by Little, Brown & Company .

Nina Laden is the author and illustrator of many books for children, including long-time Chronicle bestseller Peek-A Who? Renata Liwska grew up in Poland and now lives in Calgary, Canada, with her husband. Visit her website at: www. renataliwska. com.

 

This book has been nominated for the following award:

Governor General's Literary Award - Illustrated
This book was recognised in the Illustrated category by the Governor General's Literary Award.

* "Tender and genuine. These musings on memory and change are thought-provoking, yet the piece also works as a lullaby. Reflective and peaceful."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review

 

"[A] gentle, dreamy picture book...a lyrical series of questions that play with the concept of memory and origins."--School Library Journal

 

"Contemplative and poignant."--Booklist