{"product_id":"planting-hope-isbn-9781536233452","title":"Planting Hope","description":"\u003cb\u003eA child discovers a secret ingredient for nurturing plants—and for helping ailing loved ones, too—in this tender story by a two-time \u003ci\u003eNew York Times \u003c\/i\u003ebest-selling author celebrating the power of hope. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEveryone in Henry’s family loves plants and gardening. So why can he never get his little plant to grow, no matter how hard he tries? His mom has been able to grow anything since she was young, and even cultivated a whole orchard to help feed people who were hungry. Henry imagines his mother as a great tree, with branches wrapping around the whole community. “People and seeds have a lot in common,” his mom likes to say. “If you want them to grow strong, nourishment and sunlight aren’t enough—they also need hope.” When Henry’s mom becomes sick and it looks like she may not recover, this belief that she’s sown in her son becomes key to what happens next. Frederick Joseph, award-winning author of \u003ci\u003eThe Black Friend\u003c\/i\u003e, offers a bighearted story about keeping hope alive in the face of grief—and a gentle allegory with an upbeat message about healing a fragile planet.A heartwarming ending that acknowledges the power of optimism and hard work will empower young readers. Kallam’s lush visuals are saturated with movement and emotion; mirroring Henry’s mood. . . .A radiant tale that will inspire little ones to stay positive even amid hardship.\u003cbr\u003e—Kirkus Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brightly colored artwork is a perfect complement to the joyful, positive message of the book. The metaphor of needing hope to grow and thrive is a strong theme that will resonate with readers. . . . A vibrant picture book, this would be a good selection for libraries, with a celebration of hope that is always welcome.\u003cbr\u003e—School Library Journal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVisual artist Kellam has created a painterly wonderland that encompasses the beauty of hope realized, splendidly conceived with endearing, expressive faces and lush, curvy surroundings. The parallel between the ailing (and subsequent healing) of the plants and the mother’s health makes an intangible concept more concrete for young readers. The gentle confidence of the story carries a life-affirming message that will touch youngsters who crave a way to make a difference and move forward, no matter their circumstances.\u003cbr\u003e—Booklist\u003cb\u003eFrederick Joseph\u003c\/b\u003e is a Yonkers, New York–raised three-time \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eUSA Today\u003c\/i\u003e best-selling author. His books include the poetry collection \u003ci\u003eWe Alive, Beloved\u003c\/i\u003e; the nonfiction works \u003ci\u003ePatriarchy Blues\u003c\/i\u003e,\u003ci\u003e The Black Friend\u003c\/i\u003e,\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eBetter Than We Found It\u003c\/i\u003e, co-written with Porsche Joseph; the picture book \u003ci\u003eBlack Panther: Wakanda Forever: The Courage to Dream\u003c\/i\u003e, illustrated by Nikkolas Smith; and the YA novel \u003ci\u003eThis Thing of Ours\u003c\/i\u003e. He was recognized with a 2021 International Literacy Association Young Adult Book Award, was named to the 2019 \u003ci\u003eForbes\u003c\/i\u003e 30 Under 30 list for marketing and advertising, and is an activist, philanthropist, and poet. Frederick Joseph was also honored with a 2023 Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz Vanguard Award and the 2018 Bob Clampett Humanitarian Award, and he was selected for the 2018 \u003ci\u003eRoot\u003c\/i\u003e 100, a list of the most influential African Americans.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaul Kellam\u003c\/b\u003e is a \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e best-selling illustrator who earned a bachelor’s in media arts and animation from the Art Institute of Jacksonville. He has colorfully illustrated various books, including \u003ci\u003eYou Can Be a Good Friend (No Matter What!)\u003c\/i\u003e by Taraji P. Henson, \u003ci\u003eKiki Finds Her Voice\u003c\/i\u003e by Kierra Sheard-Kelly, and \u003ci\u003eThe Little Mermaid: Make a Splash \u003c\/i\u003eby Ashley Franklin, among many others. Paul Kellam resides in Florida with his bestie and their adopted dog-son, Baby.","brand":"Candlewick","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48233478389989,"sku":"NP9781536233452","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781536233452.jpg?v=1767734847","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/planting-hope-isbn-9781536233452","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}