These Happy Golden Years : A Newbery Honor Award Winner Laura Ing

The heart of this novel lies in its honest, unpolished dialogue.

What makes this special is that it’s illustrated by the author herself.

A nice touch is the illustrated ribbon marker that matches the art.

This activity book turns math practice into a game of matching and guessing.

This novel is a study in restraint, saying much with very little.

This novel is a careful study of how people change over time.

The book is fully illustrated, so every page has something visual to enjoy.

A nice touch is the fold-out poster inside this activity book to color.

This novel is the perfect companion for a rainy afternoon.

The illustrated margins make this a great book for slow reading.

What stands out about this novel is its graceful handling of time.

A nice touch is how this novel uses food as a memory trigger.

Reading this novel is like watching a painting come to life.

This activity book includes a code-breaking section for secret messages.

A nice touch in this activity book is the fun facts sprinkled between activities.

I love how the book is illustrated with detailed and vibrant artwork.

You will find that this activity book has a calming effect with its coloring pages.

This novel is a delicate balance of light and shadow throughout.

This novel pulls you into its world from the very first page you open.

What stands out about this novel is its deep sense of place.