Robinson's New Thing

(Hardback)

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Calling all kid collectors! Julia Mills, the acclaimed creator of I Am Stuck, spins a funny new adventure about Robinson the raccoon, who loves to collect things. But when he meets a new friend, he discovers that memories and experiences make for the best collection of all. Perfect for fans of Memory Jars and In a Jar.

Robinson the raccoon loves to collect thingsbig and small. His collection is amazing. One day he collects a shell that turns out to be . . . Rosie the snail! Rosie is not impressed by Robinsonsstuff,and she takes him to see what she collects:breezes on the hilltop, the bubbles in the stream, and the magnificent northern lights. Robinsonsoon realizes that thebest things to hold on to arent always thingsinstead, experiences with friends will last a lifetime.

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(I Am Stuck) This makes an easy pick for a social/emotional lesson storytime. A sweet look at pals supporting each other. Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books (I Am Stuck) The possums comforting companionship will convince even the youngest child that sometimes just being with a friend in trouble can help. School Library Journal (I Am Stuck) Mills bright, cartoonish watercolors are enticing. The help of a good friend resolves a sticky situation in this sweet tale. Kirkus Reviews

Author Bio

When Julia Mills was six years old, she discovered that there were many pictures of cats in the "C" volume of the encyclopedia. She attempted to draw and paint every single one and has been making art ever since. Julia is an author, illustrator, and public-school art teacher. She lives in New Jersey with her husband and two kids. When she feels stuck, she likes to have a cup of tea and a nap. When Julia Mills was six years old, she discovered that there were many pictures of cats in the "C" volume of the encyclopedia. She attempted to draw and paint every single one and has been making art ever since. Julia is an author, illustrator, and public-school art teacher. She lives in New Jersey with her husband and two kids. When she feels stuck, she likes to have a cup of tea and a nap.