Home in the Woods

Home in the WoodsThis stunningly beautiful picture book from New York Times bestselling author illustrator Eliza Wheeler is based on her grandmother's childhood and pays homage to a family's fortitude as they discover the meaning of home. Eliza Wheeler's gorgeously illustrated book tells the story of what happens when six year old Marvel, her seven siblings, and their mom must start all over again after their father has died. Deep in the woods of Wisconsin they find a

This stunningly beautiful picture book from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Eliza Wheeler is based on her grandmother's childhood and pays homage to a family's fortitude as they discover the meaning of home.

Eliza Wheeler's gorgeously illustrated book tells the story of what happens when six-year-old Marvel, her seven siblings, and their mom must start all over again after their father has died. Deep in the woods of Wisconsin they find a tar-paper shack. It doesn't seem like much of a home, but they soon start seeing what it could be. During their first year it's a struggle to maintain the shack and make sure they have enough to eat. But each season also brings its own delights and blessings--and the children always find a way to have fun. Most importantly, the family finds immense joy in being together, surrounded by nature. And slowly, their little shack starts feeling like a true home--warm, bright, and filled up with love.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Nancy Paulsen Books
Published: 10/01/2019
ISBN: 9780399162909
Pages: 40
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 9.10h x 10.00w x 0.60d

Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 08/05/2019
Kirkus Reviews 08/15/2019 pg. 193
Booklist 09/01/2019 pg. 112
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 11/01/2019
School Library Journal 10/01/2019 pg. 74
Horn Book Magazine 11/01/2019 pg. 79

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 505132 / Home in the Woods
Reading Level: 3.5 / Interest Level: Lower Grade / Point Value: 0.5