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Your Red Shoes
“I tied your red shoes for you today. Where will you go in them? How many steps will you take?”
A celebration of early childhood, step by step: from first wobbly ones, to puddles, the park, and the day – so soon? – when that first, beloved pair of shoes no longer fit. Lush watercolors and rhythmic, evocative text document every proud moment, reinforcing universal themes of independence, exploration, and unconditional love. An ideal read-aloud, baby shower gift, or for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or graduation.
Reviews:
“The soft, watercolor and pencil artwork complements the simple story about a young girl taking steps toward independence. 'Will your red shoes give you happy feet? / Happy as I am watching you.' Your Red Shoes is a gentle, heartwarming story perfect to read aloud and share with little ones.” - Midwest Book Review
“This is the special kind of book that tugs at your heartstrings. The words and images have a lasting effect, especially if you have experienced this bond between yourself and a child.” - Juliana Lee, Crafting Stories
Awards:
2014 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards Gold Medal
Watch the Your Red Shoes Book Trailer
Publication Information
List Price: $17.99
ISBN: 978-1-936669-19-6
Publication Date: April 2014
Format: Hardcover
Dimensions: 9" x 10"
Page Count: 40
Ages: 4-8
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Dr. John Hutton & Leah Busch Talk About Their New Children's Book
By Barbara Gray, WVXU
Dr. John Hutton & Leah Busch have written a children’s book, Your Red Shoes, and they join Barbara Gray to talk about where the idea came from and how their collaboration works.
About the Author:
Dr. John Hutton is a pediatrician, clinical research fellow, and owner of the award-winning blue manatee children’s bookstore. His research foci are the effect of shared reading on brain development, general early and pediatric health literacy, and the health effects of electronic media on young children, as well as the importance of a solid foundation in words and play.
About the Illustrator:
Leah Busch is an artist from Cincinnati, OH. She has held numerous positions in the arts, won numerous awards including for her Toast to Baby children’s book series, and taught extensively, and holds an MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. www.LeahBusch.com