Valerie Rosenbaum

Austrid's Purple Tutu Valerie Rosenbaum

"Austrid was unique and proud of it! Even though tutus were her thing, often times she wore one striped sock on her left foot, while wearing a polka-dot sock on her right. There was no changing her now." "To Austrid, wearing her purple tutu meant Keesha was nearby, even if "nearby" meant "really happy memories" that lived in her heart." Austrid's first day at a new school and her special tutu lead the way to Austrid meeting a new friend. The adorable Austrid shows us all how persistence, determination and deep human connections can help us through life's journey of never ending change. Children will meet Austrid, Rhyming Dad, Punctual Dad, Austrid's twin brothers, and the family's mischievous dog, Sherlock. Austrid's Purple Tutu is a multifaceted children's book. The hand drawn and familiar looking color crayon illustrations are meant to inspire imagination and creativity! Valerie Rosenbaum encourages children to draw and color on their own, and to try new things, without having to be perfect! This book also includes a hands-on adventure at the end of the book! The "hands-on adventure" is the adventure of children actually making their own tutu! Find written step-by-step instructions with matching photographs at the end of the story. Children will naturally study and fantasize over them. The no sew tutu adventure is creative, simple, and fun for all ages. Hands-on books are an extra special way to connect with children.