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A crow watches from afar as a child collects a unique assortment of curios in a secret hideout. When a storm hits and scatters everything, the child searches for the beloved items. The crow returns one of the lost items, and in return the child offers something else. Together child and crow discover the best gift of all. Full color.
About the author
Mindy Dwyer has written and illustrated several children’s books, including How Raven Got His Crooked Nose and It’s Only the Wind. She is the recipient of "Not Just For Kids Anymore Award" from the Children's Book Council, a National Parenting Publication Award, and a Young Readers Choice Award. She lives in the Pacific Northwest, where she sees and admires crows and ravens from afar.
Summary
This book is a quiet story of treasure lost and found, and the beautiful developing relationship between a black crow and a curious child.
A crow watches from afar as a child collects a unique assortment of curios in a secret hideout: a thimble, a button, a ribbon. When a storm hits and scatters everything, the child must search for the beloved items again. The crow returns one of the lost items, and in return the child offers something else. Together child and crow discover the best gift of all. Treasure is a lovely tale for beginner readers that teaches simple word concepts with sweet illustrations.
Foreword
- Submitted for National Outdoor Book Award and Children’s Book Council STEM and National Science Teachers Association notables.
- Author events and school visits in Washington. Mindy is an experienced, willing, and creative promoter.
- Reviews and mentions in regional, trade, and nature publications like Birds and Blooms, Ranger Rick, and NatGeo Kids.
- Cross marketing with How Raven Got His Crooked Nose and Mindy’s other books.
- Features and giveaways at PNBA, MPIBA, BEA, ALA.
Additional text
"Author/illustrator Dwyer exhibits remarkable skill in creating this story of friendship and sharing, with its minimal text and well-designed illustrations. Early readers will hone their skills, while the accessible, uncluttered illustrations invite them to use their imaginations to make the story their own. Simple words and accessible, engaging illustrations combine to offer a surprisingly nuanced story."
