Boelts, Maribeth
Those Shoes
- ISBN 13:
- 9780763642846
- author:
- Boelts, Maribeth
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Candlewick Press (MA)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 40
- Dimensions:
- 25.7 x 24.4 x 0.5 cm
- Genre:
- Social Themes / Homelessness & Poverty Juvenile Fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
Those Shoes by Maribeth Boelts and Noah Z. Jones is a witty picture book that explores the ups and downs of wanting something just because everyone else has it. When Jeremy's old shoes fall apart at school, he becomes determined to get a pair of those trendy shoes everyone seems to be wearing. However, as he tries to find the perfect fit, he learns that sometimes what you have is more valuable than what you want. Jeremy soon discovers that his grandma's words of wisdom about "need" versus "want" are worth more than any pair of shoes. With a little patience and self-reflection, Jeremy comes to appreciate the things that truly matter in life. This charming story teaches an important lesson about the value of contentment and the importance of looking beyond surface-level desires. With its engaging storyline and valuable life lessons, Those Shoes is a great choice for parents and educators looking for a book that will encourage children to think critically about their own desires and values.
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