About this item
Two-time Caldecott Medalist and New York Times-bestselling picture book creator Chris Raschka pays tribute to one of the most quintessential events of childhood - getting new shoes - in this boldly illustrated and inspiring book for the youngest reader.When a young child discovers a hole in a sneaker, mother and child embark on a big childhood adventure - a trip to the store to pick out new shoes.From having feet measured and making a selection to finally showing off the new shoes to a friend, this momentous child moment is treated with respect, excitement, and page-turning energy in a wonderfully age-appropriate picture book.Caldecott Medalist and New York Times-bestselling picture book creator Chris Raschka joyfully captures the event from the childs point of view. New Shoes is a preschool classic in the making.
About the Author
Chris Raschka is the Caldecott Award-winning illustrator of A BALL FOR DAISY and THE HELLO, GOODBYE WINDOW. He is also the illustrator of YO! YES? (which won a Caldecott Honor) , SOURPUSS AND SWEETIE PIE, CHARLIE PARKER PLAYED BE BOP, and FARMY FARM. He lives with his wife and son in New York City.
