Just last year, I was given the opportunity to illustrate my first children’s book with Janice Wilson, an author from the west coast. When I met Reinhart, I was surprised at the similarities we shared. They are messages of kindness and patience, of courage and confidence, of comfort and friendship.”Įlizabeth Reinhart, author of “The Fox Who Chased the Sky.” Photo by Laura Luck. Writing gave me a way to remember all the things they wished for me in life. These books became a way for me to hold on to the life lessons my parents taught me. “I tend to use a lot of symbolism, and I hope that adults take away something from the stories that is a bit outside of the literal interpretation that a child may understand. “For me, the fun of the story is that the meaning can be interpreted in multiple ways,” Reinhart says. As the day progresses, Little Fox gains more confidence in himself and embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Constantly told “no” by his siblings when he asks them to join his adventures, he decides to follow the sun on his own. “The Fox Who Chased the Sky” tells the story of Little Fox, who is longing to explore the world outside his den. “The Fox Who Chased the Sky.” Photo by Laura Luck. She completed and publish her first book, “The Fox Who Chased the Sky,” this year, and started her own publishing company, Dreaming Pine Press, LLC, where her book and other merchandise are available for purchase at. With that, she began writing, and she says her series of children’s books about “Little Fox” is a love letter to her parents. “I knew this was not what my parents wanted for me.” “Time suddenly started to feel like it was running short and all I had to show for myself was that I was ‘a hard worker,’” Reinhart says. It wasn’t until the tragic passing of her parents that she “had an epiphany and was finally forced to look up.” Reinhart’s journey to become a children’s book writer is a personal one. area to work as an analyst where she says she “spent years of plowing through responsibilities, work, and long-distance commuting,” before the idea of writing a children’s book was even a thought. When it was time for college, she moved to New Mexico to study paleopathology. Local children’s book author, Elizabeth Reinhart, grew up in the rolling hills of West Virginia. Sounds like a win to us - as long as you have the right books at your fingertips. After all, studies have shown that children who read about topics they enjoy are more prone to be excited about their learning experiences. Friendship and Social Skillsįriendship and social skills are the bedrock of children's emotional and social development, and these titles emphasise the significance of nurturing constructive relationships, practising empathy, and honing effective communication.Written by Shayda Windle Even if school is taking place in your living room this fall, your child should still have access to the best children’s literature possible. Whether it's addressing specific emotional challenges, promoting positive friendships, or fostering self-awareness, these literary gems offer age-appropriate content and engaging storytelling that will captivate and resonate with young readers. Parents and caregivers who would like to support the emotional and social development of their children will find these Amazon bestsellers a great help, like the thousands of shoppers before them who have left glowing reviews on these titles. Parents these days are buying what you might call little life guides, books that gently guide kids through big feelings, difficult emotions and situations, and even mindfulness - in kid-friendly ways, of course. But it's not just any book you're reading. You’re snuggled up with your young bookworms, wrapped in a cosy blanket, as you embark on a magical learning journey, one page at a time. Picture this: It’s bedtime storytime with the kids.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |