Description
Quiet Rink always sits at the back of the classroom, away from the other children who have heard strange rumors about his family and prefer to keep their distance. But when a kind new girl joins his class, Rink's life begins to change. Inspired by the experiences of her brother, who is on the autism spectrum, Jen Wojtowicz's heartwarming tale encourages children to empathize with and reach out to others.
About the Author
Jennifer Wojtowicz is an artist who also happens to write. She has had many odd jobs - from working on a cranberry bog to making and selling hats. She currently teaches artists who also happen to have disabilities. All of her life experiences have stimulated her as an artist, teacher and writer. She was inspired to write this story because of her brother, who has autism. Steve Adams currently lives in Montreal where he shares his passion of illustration and graphic design as a college teacher. Steve is an award-winning illustrator who has studied graphic design in Canada and Europe. This is his first project with Barefoot Books
Reviews
"The Boy Who Grew Flowers [demonstrates] the positive impact of creating high-quality storytelling to nourish young minds" - Mara McEwin, Artistic Director, Treehouse Shakers
"Children who struggle to fit in at school will find a hero in the star of this debut children's book...it will remind [young readers] of the power of kindness" - Publishers Weekly
"This is a wonderful story that teaches about accepting differences - and even celebrating them" - Library Media Connection
"A charming story of first love and personal achievement" - New York Botanical Garden
"A friendship between a quiet boy - shunned by schoolmates on account of his family, which includes rattlesnake tamers and shape-shifters - and a girl, which celebrates difference and kindness" - The Guardian
Awards
Short-listed for Book of the Year, ForeWord Magazine 2005.
Book Information
ISBN 9781846867491
Author Jen Wojtowicz
Format Paperback
Page Count 32
Imprint Barefoot Books Ltd
Publisher Barefoot Books Ltd
About the Author
Jennifer Wojtowicz is an artist who also happens to write. She has had many odd jobs - from working on a cranberry bog to making and selling hats. She currently teaches artists who also happen to have disabilities. All of her life experiences have stimulated her as an artist, teacher and writer. She was inspired to write this story because of her brother, who has autism. Steve Adams currently lives in Montreal where he shares his passion of illustration and graphic design as a college teacher. Steve is an award-winning illustrator who has studied graphic design in Canada and Europe. This is his first project with Barefoot Books
Reviews
"The Boy Who Grew Flowers [demonstrates] the positive impact of creating high-quality storytelling to nourish young minds" - Mara McEwin, Artistic Director, Treehouse Shakers
"Children who struggle to fit in at school will find a hero in the star of this debut children's book...it will remind [young readers] of the power of kindness" - Publishers Weekly
"This is a wonderful story that teaches about accepting differences - and even celebrating them" - Library Media Connection
"A charming story of first love and personal achievement" - New York Botanical Garden
"A friendship between a quiet boy - shunned by schoolmates on account of his family, which includes rattlesnake tamers and shape-shifters - and a girl, which celebrates difference and kindness" - The Guardian
Awards
Short-listed for Book of the Year, ForeWord Magazine 2005.
Book Information
ISBN 9781846867491
Author Jen Wojtowicz
Format Paperback
Page Count 32
Imprint Barefoot Books Ltd
Publisher Barefoot Books Ltd
