The Wishing Machine

Name: The Wishing Machine
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SKU: 9781665922302
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By Jonathan Hillman

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Summary

The Wishing Machine by Jonathan Hillman is a delightful children's book that follows a young protagonist who stumbles upon a mysterious machine capable of granting wishes. As excitement turns into a series of unforeseen events, the child learns valuable lessons about friendship, responsibility, and the true meaning of happiness. This heartwarming tale ignites the imagination and offers a charming exploration of dreams and consequences.
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Format: Hardback

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You might enjoy this charming children's book if you love imaginative tales where kids discover magical devices that lead to whimsical adventures and teach them about friendship and creativity. It's perfect for readers who enjoy a mix of wonder, humour, and heartwarming lessons in a story full of surprises.

The Wishing Machine

"On their last trip to the laundromat before moving, a mom invites her child to make a wish on a washing machine, which spurs the child to ask everyone else in the laundromat to share their wishes."--

Description

Oge Mora’s Saturday meets Carmela Full of Wishes in this touching and whimsical picture book about a mother and child’s last trip to their local laundromat before moving away.

Every Sunday after cereal, Sam and Mom walk to the laundromat, wash their clothes, and see their friends. But this Sunday is different. Today, doing laundry means packing clean clothes in boxes to move away. Sam doesn’t want to leave their neighborhood and friends. Maybe if they hope with all their might, they can turn a washing machine into a wishing machine!

Sam’s imagination transforms the mundane into a series of wonders as they cope with change and learn the true meaning of home.

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?

The Wishing Machine by Jonathan Hillman has been praised for its poignant yet cheerful narrative about a young boy, Sam, who copes with the unsettling prospect of moving away from his familiar urban world. Both Booklist and Kirkus Reviews commend the book's emotional depth, with Sam's imaginative transformation of everyday machines into magical objects bringing a whimsical element to the heavy theme of change. The illustrations and storytelling have been highlighted for capturing the essence of community and the comforting notion that home is where loved ones are, despite life's challenges. Reviewers appreciate its vibrant characters and honest portrayal of emotions, making it a touching read for children.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781665922302

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 17 October 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers

Illustration: f-c digital; jkt: coated, matte film (spfx: spot gloss, emboss, holo sparkle foil); int: uncoated

Contributors:

Illustrated by Nadia Alam

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 472g

Pages: 40

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jonathan Hillman Young Adult

About the Author

Jonathan Hillman is a graduate of Hamline University’s Writing for Children and Young Adults (MFAC) program, where he received the Walden Pond Press Scholarship for Excellence in Middle Grade Fiction. His essay and poems are featured in the Fat & Queer anthology, and he is the author of picture books Big Wig and The Wishing Machine. He lives near Minneapolis, Minnesota, with his two cats. Visit him at JHillmanBooks.com.

Nadia Alam is a second-generation Bangladeshi Canadian illustrator. She lives in Toronto with her husband, daughter, son, and dog named Momo. The Wishing Machine is her first book for children. Visit her online at NadiaAlamIllustration.com.