Elba (Lola in the Arabic translation) has a big block that she has been dragging around for a long time. Norris (Tamsuh in Arabic) dances everywhere he goes, even uphill, surrounded by a happy cloud of butterflies.
Can Norris and his butterflies help ease Elba’s sadness and convince her to join them on a trip to the ocean? This tender exploration of loss illuminates how kindness, empathy, and friendship can lift our spirits and see us through many tomorrows.
Age Group: Second grade
Book-Related Family Activities
GeneralDear Parents,
Our eight or nine-year old child places great importance on having friends and chooses them carefully. They want their friends to be more than playmates. They want to communicate with peers who share their interests, keep their secrets, support them when they fail or feel sad, and share their joy. This story provides a dialogue between parent and child about compassion, friendship and the place friends hold in our lives.
Publishing:
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Year of Distribution:
2019-2020
