This is a book discussion for kids entering Grades 4-6
We will meet in person at the library for this program. We will have special guests: author Shannon Hale and Illustrator Marcela Cespedes join us via Zoom.
How does sign-up work:
The Friends of the Avon Free Public Library purchased 12 paperback copies of the book, Dream On, which will be published Tues. 8/26.
Sign up now. The library will email those registered the week the books arrive to let you know you can pick up your book.
Pickup location and hours: 2nd Floor Kid’s Desk: Mon.-Thurs. 10-8:30 PM, Fri. 10-5 PM, Sat. 10-1pm (August hours) Sat. 10-5pm (September hours).
Date: Thurs. September 18th, 5-6pm
Location: 2nd floor, Board Room
Who can sign up? Kids entering Grades 4-6.
We have 12 spots in this discussion. Due to high demand for this title, we ask that you pick up your book within 5 days signing up.
What is this book about?
Mega-bestselling graphic novel author Shannon Hale (Real Friends, Best Friends, and Friends Forever—over 2 million copies sold!) is back with a new middle grade graphic novel about hope, friendship, and heartfelt wishes, perfect for fans of Invisible Emmie and Click.
Something is missing from Cassie’s life.
Her parents don’t have much money, she has to share her bedroom (and bed!) with her sisters, and her family never seem to have time for her. To make matters worse, her best friend Vali is always busy with a new friend.
When Cassie gets a letter from a magazine sweepstakes with the words “YOU’RE THE WINNER” stamped on the front, she thinks it’s the answer to all her problems.
She could buy new furniture to replace their shabby old sofa. Or maybe a car so her family doesn’t have to take two trips to go places. Or maybe she can make Vali her best friend forever by taking her on a fabulous vacation. The possibilities are endless, like an all-you-can-eat buffet! But will prizes really solve Cassie’s problems? And what will she lose if she doesn’t win anything at all?
With bright and charming illustrations by Marcela Cespedes and Lark Pien, Dream On is a joyful story filled with imagination, big dreams, and wonder. This book is perfect for readers who want to enjoy a gentle and accessible friendship story, as well as anyone looking for SEL themes about empathy, kindness, compassion, and forgiveness.