Flock of Shoes - Hardcover

Tsiang, Sarah

3.67

149 ratings by Goodreads

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1554512492 ISBN 13: 9781554512492

Publisher: Annick Press, 2010

View all copies of this ISBN edition:

Abby loves her pink and brown sandals with the lime green trim, and she wears them wherever she goes. But as summer draws to a close, Abby’s mom announces that it’s time for the sandals to go. Abby is determined to keep them on until one day, while swinging at the park, her sandals flip off and fly away. All winter long, Abby wonders what her sandals are up to. Postcards of sandy white beaches and glorious sunsets reassure her that they are having a wonderful time in far away places. Come February, Abby realizes that she has also grown to love her cozy, comfy boots. As the warm weather comes, she watches sadly as they march off, but a swish in the sky announces the return of her pink and brown sandals all ready for another summer of fun. Full of whimsy, this circular tale is enhanced by rich, evocative language and delicate pastel illustrations that are sure to delight any young child.

"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.

About the Author:

Sarah Tsiang's work has appeared in numerous literary journals. She lives in Kingston, Ontario, where she teaches college and enrichment students.

Qin Leng is an award-winning animator and illustrator. She lives in Toronto, Ontario.

Review:

This whimsical story filled with charming watercolors will warm the hearts of small children while teaching them a valuable lesson. (Foreword Reviews 2011-02-22)

We all found this story...adorable. [It] is an endearing read for any child 2-6. (girlsgonereading.net 2010-10-14)

Tsiang's text is a delight to read, with a gentle poetic rhythm. Highly recommended. (Resource Links)

This amusing tale that finally explains where shoes go in the off season is great fun. (School Library Journal)

The grass may always be greener on the other side of the fence, but the beautiful layouts presented in this book may just persuade you to do away with the front lawn altogether. First published in 2003 and updated in 2010 it offers a new perspective on the front yard, an often-under-used landscape. Ideas include on the cottage garden, Texas-style, English gardens and more. (Paul Eisenberg MetroWest Daily News (Boston) 2011-03-13)

Sarah Tsiang does a wonderful job depicting just how connected a child can be with a piece of clothing and Quin Leng's watercolour illustrations compliment the warmth of the story. The story of summer shoes needing to go away somewhere warm is a delightful way to look at seasonal items. (Cabadov wordpress 2010-11-03)

This whimsical tale is sure to beguile anyone who has ever outgrown a much-loved pair of shoes. (Kirkus Reviews)

The art is wonderful...and the text is amazingly and beautifully poetic. (wordsbymom.com 2010-10-13)

This is a fun and engaging story, touched with humour and a lot of magic. (Ken Kilback Canadian Children's Book News)

This is possibly the first picture book on shoe migration, an idea that imaginative children will find nearly believable and wholly satisfying.
This is possibly the first picture book on shoe migration, an idea that imaginative children will find nearly believable and wholly satisfying. (Booklist 2010-10-15)

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.