Pie Is for Sharing Perfect Picture Book Friday

Sharing isn't always easy, but with this delightful picture book, learning about sharing will be fun!

text copyright Stephanie Parsley Ledyard 2018, illustration copyright Jason Chin 2018,
​Roaring Brook Press

Looking for a picture book that explores the concept of sharing in a simple, profound way? Look no longer! Using pie as the starting point, and a 4th of July picnic as the backdrop, the author invites readers to consider all the things that can be shared. Through tender and lyrical text, and beautiful illustrations, PIE IS FOR SHARING underscores the value of sharing, and the bonds of friendship and sense of community that are reinforced, as a result.

Title:  PIE IS FOR SHARING
Author:  Stephanie Parsley Ledyard
Illustrator:  Jason Chin
Publisher:  Roaring Book Press, 2018
Ages:  2-6 
Themes:  Sharing, Friendship, Family, Community, Generosity, Empathy

Here are a few activities to consider and resources to check out: 

• Make a pie together and share it with friends, family, or neighbors.
• Stephanie Parsley Ledyard's website offers creative extension activities that are worth exploring!
• Conversation starters:  "What things are easy to share? Why?" "What things are hard to share? Why?" "How do you feel when you share with others?" "How do you feel when others share with you?"

​Looking for more perfect picture books? Check out Susanna Hill's website!

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