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A moving, lyrical picture book about a shy child unlocking the power of their own voice through poetry. Readers follow a child who is so shy she doesn't speak -- but with the encouragement of an enchanting and magical teacher, she writes a poem. But a poem is meant to be read aloud! She musters all her courage, stands at the front of the class and shows her classmates that she does have a voice. And her voice is BEAUTIFUL! This picture book is the perfect way to encourage empathy in young children and show shy children how to feel brave.

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"""""Whimsical, brightly colored illustrations capture the vivacity of this classroom and its characters, enriching the descriptive text. The ending is predictably gratifying. ... This lovely book will delight and inspire."" -- Booklist ""[A] testament to inspirational teachers. ... This book is a beautiful reminder that we all turn into our best selves with time. Pressuring kids to be a certain way almost never works, but being a kind, gentle and constant stream of support helps us all blossom into the best versions of ourselves."" -- Books Grow Minds ""Colpoys' artwork matches the whimsy and sparkle of the narration as the child's creativity flows... A patient and gentle reminder of the importance of each voice, no matter how small."" -- Kirkus Reviews ""This book right here will most definitely be one of my favorites of 2022. ... It's the perfect book to encourage empathy in young children and show children who are shy how they can be brave."" -- Kid Lit Is Magic ""This stunning story is beautiful in every way! The descriptive language is divine and the vibrant illustrations with pops of color eloquently capture the girl's emotional journey to gain the confidence to share her words."" -- Library Mom Books ""Uniting the wonderful gifts of poetry and storytelling, Coelho elegantly portrays a very relatable experience. This story will capture readers' hearts and motivate them to conquer their fears. It is brilliantly matched with the illustrations, which are delightful, cheery, colorful, magical, and warm. Through vibrant swirls, Colpoys captures the essence of the triumphant creative writer, student, and child. Her phosphorescent colors are refreshing and inviting. A beautiful read!"" -- Children's Literature Comprehensive Database"

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