Francis the donkey is the best shoemaker in the village. He uses the finest coconut wood for the soles and wild tiger grass forthe uppers. Best of all, he embroiders the shoes with colorful designs and patterns. One day he receives a very special order - Miss Manatee, calypso queen and Francis's own personal hero, needs a new pair of shoes. But he's all out of tigergrass! To make these shoes, Francis must journey deep into the jungle ... which means leaving his village forthe firsttime. From startalent Sara Varan (Robot Dreams) comes a new favourite. New Shoes introduces young readers to variety of animals to teach a valuable lesson on embracing other people's differences.

From Sara Varan comes a heartwarming tale about a donkey on a quest to make a perfect pairof shoes.

About the Author
Sara Varon is a printmaker, graphic novelist, and children's book author-illustrator living in Brooklyn. Her books include Odd Duck, Bake Sale, Robot Dreams, Chicken & Cat, Chicken & Cat Clean Up, and Sweaterweather. In 2013, Sara Varon was a recipient of the Maurice Sendak Fellowship. Visit her online at chickenopolis.com


Book Information
ISBN 9781596439207
Author Sara Varon
Format Hardback
Page Count 208
Imprint First Second
Publisher Roaring Brook Press