{"product_id":"my-wish-for-the-world-9780316433150","title":"My Wish for the World","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLonglisted for the Green Earth Book Award \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e For fans of \u003ci\u003eThe Invisible String\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eI Wish You More\u003c\/i\u003e, this hopeful picture book follows a mother and son at bedtime as they dream of a better world by wishing for kindness, community, and helpfulness.  \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e At bedtime, a child asks his mother what it is that she wishes for. She has many wishes--to respect nature and the earth, to give shelter to those in need, to lend a helping hand. No matter her wish, one thing is clear: there are lots of ways to show and encourage kindness. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e With gentle rhyme and lyricism, this loving read aloud delivers a comforting message about the role kindness plays in our everyday lives. It's a gentle reminder that our wishes, when put into action, can help improve the world. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Perfect for: \u003cbr\u003e - Parents, grandparents, and educators--this is a great conversation starter! \u003cbr\u003e - Gift givers in search of heartfelt and hopeful books about world peace \u003cbr\u003e - Readers who want to discuss the impactful ways children can help make the world a better place \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"A lovely book; these messages will make children aware that simple acts can make a big difference for everyone.\" \u003ci\u003e--School Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eKristine A. Lombardi \u003c\/b\u003eis the creator of \u003ci\u003eLovey Bunny\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eMr. Biddles\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Grumpy Pets\u003c\/i\u003e, which was an International Literacy Association Children's Choice Selection, as well as the illustrator of \u003ci\u003eThe Belonging Tree\u003c\/i\u003e. She lives and works in Montclair, New Jersey, and invites you to visit her at kristinelombardi.com.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Christy Ottaviano Books-Little Brown and Hach","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50725737496850,"sku":"9780316433150","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_86b15a66-25e7-4762-940d-58b86b0f742d.jpg?v=1734842782","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/my-wish-for-the-world-9780316433150","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}