Home in the Woods -- Eliza Wheeler, Hardcover

This stunningly beautiful picture book from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Eliza Wheeler is based on her grandmother's childhood and pays homage to a family's fortitude as they discover the meaning of home.

Eliza Wheeler's gorgeously illustrated book tells the story of what happens when six-year-old Marvel, her seven siblings, and their mom must start all over again after their father has died. Deep in the woods of Wisconsin they find a tar-paper shack. It doesn't seem like much of a home, but they soon start seeing what it could be. During their first year it's a struggle to maintain the shack and make sure they have enough to eat. But each season also brings its own delights and blessings--and the children always find a way to have fun. Most importantly, the family finds immense joy in being together, surrounded by nature. And slowly, their little shack starts feeling like a true home--warm, bright, and filled up with love.

Author: Eliza Wheeler
Publisher: Nancy Paulsen Books
Published: 10/01/2019
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 9.10h x 10.00w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9780399162909
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.5
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 505132 / Home in the Woods


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 08/05/2019
Kirkus Reviews 08/15/2019 pg. 193
Booklist 09/01/2019 pg. 112
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 11/01/2019
School Library Journal 10/01/2019 pg. 74
Horn Book Magazine 11/01/2019 pg. 79
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2019 - Outstanding, Noteworthy In Style

About the Author
Eliza Wheeler grew up in northern Wisconsin in a family of teachers, musicians, and artists. Some of the strongest influences on her creativity have been the wild Wisconsin seasons, canoeing the Brule River, picking blueberries with her grandmother, and digging through the snow with her brothers. She received the SCBWI Los Angeles International Conference Portfolio Award for her artwork and Miss Maple's Seeds is her first picture book. She lives in Los Angeles, California.