My Island

A young girl imagines a lovely island populated by thousands of birds, where she picnics with her animals, plays games, reads, and collects flowers. You too are welcome on this island, if you know how to dream. Gorgeous, colorful illustrations accompany this gentle yet impactful story that celebrates the imagination of young readers.Stephanie Demasse-Pottier lives and works in France as a librarian specializing in children's books. My Island is her first book to appear in English.Editorial ReviewsNew York Journal of BooksIn a world of sensory overload, My Island provides an oasis for young imaginations. My Island is the perfect soothing antidote to a busy day. Slow down, sit down, and read to your child and then watch as his/her imagination takes flight.Kirkus ReviewsThe child's seriousness in orchestrating these island activities will make perfect sense to readers--they know imagining isn't playtime. Pretending feels immensely personal, intimate even, and the child's emotive brown eye