What Riley Wore

Name: What Riley Wore
Brand: HarperCollins New Zealand
SKU: 9781481472609
Price: 35.99 NZD
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By Elana K. Arnold

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Summary

What Riley Wore by Elana K. Arnold is a delightful children's book that follows Riley, a young child who expresses their unique personality through a playful and creative wardrobe. Riley chooses outfits based on how they feel each day, embracing joy, confidence, and exploration. This story celebrates individuality and the freedom to be oneself.
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Format: Hardback

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you appreciate stories celebrating self-expression and individuality. With its vibrant illustrations and a heartwarming narrative, it shows the joyous adventure of a young character who chooses outfits based on their mood, embracing creativity and confidence. It's perfect for nurturing open-mindedness and acceptance in young readers.

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"Gender-creative Riley knows just what to wear for every occasion during a busy week with family and friends"--

Description

Gender-creative Riley knows just what to wear for every occasion during a busy week with family and friends in this sweet and timely picture book from Elana K. Arnold and Linda Davick.

What Riley Wore explores how Riley wears whatever clothes feel right each day. On Monday, Riley feels shy and wears a bunny costume to school. On Tuesday, a scary trip to the dentist calls for a superhero cape. For a trip out with Otto and Oma, a ball gown is the perfect outfit.

This charming picture book is a gentle exploration of self-expression and a source of encouragement for being true to oneself despite the expectations of others.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

What Riley Wore by Elana K. Arnold has been commended for its celebration of individuality and self-expression. It's praised for its inclusive message delivered in a gentle and charming manner, showcasing Riley's varied outfit choices throughout the week. Illustrations are lauded for their bright and engaging quality, complementing the book's theme of embracing diverse identities.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781481472609

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 19 September 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Beach Lane Books

Illustration: f-c digital (jkt spfx: sculptural emboss + spot uv)

Contributors:

Illustrated by Linda Davick
Illustrated by Linda Davick

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 458g

Pages: 40

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Elana K. Arnold

About the Author

Elana K. Arnold writes books for and about children and teens. She holds a master’s degree in creative writing/fiction from the University of California, Davis, where she has taught creative writing and adolescent literature. She is a frequent speaker at schools, libraries, and writers’ conferences. She is the author of several acclaimed young adult novels including the Printz Honor book Damsel and National Book Award finalist What Girls Are Made of, as well as her picture books All by Himself?, What Riley Wore, and An Ordinary Day. Currently, Elana is the caretaker of seven pets, only two of which have fur. She lives in Long Beach, California, and you can visit her at ElanaKArnold.com.

Linda Davick is the illustrator of several picture books, including We Love You, Rosie! by Cynthia Rylant; What Riley Wore by Elana K. Arnold; as well as her own Say Hello! and I Love You, Nose! I Love You, Toes!. She is also the author and illustrator of the Mimi’s World chapter book series. She lives near a nature preserve in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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