School is back in Sesson for most children. At the end of the week, we will be wrapping up our Back-To-School Gift Guide 23. With today being Sunday I would like to share a new children\s book with you Ruby and Lonely I received a copy of in exchange for this review. Charlie and I read the book this morning and will be answering the discussion questions this week in our Homeschool Language Arts Class.
In the introduction to the book the author sends all the children of the world a note I enjoyed seeing. I hp you take the time to purchase a copy of RUBY AND LONELY, or to check a copy out at your local library and that you take the time to read not only the inscription but the note from the author in the back of the book.
Ruby is a little girl and the main character of RUBY AND LONELY, and she has a problem. No, one Ruby knew seemed to have a problem like hers. Ruby’s problems where she feels all alone and she didn’t like this feeling. Which I wouldn’t have as well. How about you? Then one day her teacher Mr. Garcia talked about all kinds of problems.
Mr. Garzia let the children know if they had a problem, they should examine it from all angles and give it a name. Ruby didn’t know how to examine her problem. After school Mr. Garzia let Ruby know, she could discuss her problem with him. Instead, she went on home and decided on the way home to name her problem Lonely.
Ruby went into her bedroom and addressed Lonely in front of the mirror Lonely didn’t respond. Then Ruby brough lonely to school with her. At lunch Ruby ate her lunch and watched the Birds with lonely. At home Lonely and Ruby read a comic book together. When her parents were busy Lonely and Ruby painted a Sunset.
When the Dog Loa was barking at Birds and chasing squirrels Lonely and Ruby listened to music and danced. One morning a new girl came to school. Ruby and Lucy asked her to play with them. After school they played with Lola. They made Cookies for the family and painted a portrait. Ruby and Loney was having a great time and she were happier inner sunshine came out of her.
Everyone noticed the difference in Ruby and the kids would ask her to play. Ruby asked her mom to do crafts with her and they had a lot of fun. I think I will ask Charlie to do crafts with me this afternoon in his Homeschool Art Class. Would you like to do crats with us? We ca even make cookies in Charlie’s Cooking Class to eat during arts and crafts.
Ruby asked her sister and brother to take her out for Pizza that weekend and they said yes. I would like to go with them. Would you like to come with us? Ruby asked her dad to read to her at night and he said yes. Loal even noticed the difference and would stay in Ruby’s room more. Ruby and Lonely weren’t spending all there time together and her life got fuller. Lonely knew that no, matter what happened in the future he would always be there for Ruby. Forever.
Charlie and I loved learning about Ruby and Lonely because at times we’ve felt this way and sometimes we still feel lonely but now we know how to change it and help ourselves, our friends and our family not feel lonely. For a field trip this week Charlie and I are going to look for someone that is lonely and invite them to lunch. Would you like to come with us?
About:
Summer is ending soon and its Back-To- School for most of the kiddo’s. I hope you’re enjoying the end of summer! I wanted to share a new picture book coming out in September from the viral bestselling author of The Invisible String, Patrice Karst, and illustrated by award-winning artist Kayla Harren—RUBY AND LONELY (on-sale September 12, 2023; Two Lions; $17.99)—a timely and powerful story about a little girl who has a big problem with feeling lonely.
Kirkus Reviews calls “RUBY AND LONELY ” “A warm, genuine journey that promotes self-reliance” as “a child learns to embrace her inner strength and transform loneliness into something new.”
Patrice Karst burst onto the scene in the early 2000’s with her picture book phenomenon, The Invisible String, which was first published by a small press and has gone on to sell more than 1.5 million copies and has been translated into fifteen languages.
The Invisible String series has had a profound and lasting impact on readers everywhere, instilling the comforting message that there is an unbreakable connection between loved ones despite distance and loss. With RUBY AND LONELY, Karst delivers another message of equal importance to children: that loneliness is something that everyone feels, and one way of managing this feeling of isolation is through connection with your inner self.
With charming and timeless illustrations by award-winning illustrator, Kayla Harren (Calvin, Thursday) RUBY AND LONELY equips young readers and caregivers with a simple approach to coping with loneliness that children can easily understand and embrace. During today’s uncertain times, especially for children emerging from a closed pandemic world, RUBY AND LONELY delivers a compelling message that will inspire honest and important conversations amongst loved ones about universality of loneliness.
RUBY AND LONELY by Bestselling Author Patrice Karst with pictures by Award-Winning Illustrator Kayla Harren
Praise for Ruby and Lonely
“A warm, genuine journey that promotes self-reliance”
– Kirkus Reviews
“RUBY AND LONELY is a gentle reminder to young readers everywhere that they are not alone in their feelings of loneliness. Patrice Karst once again delivers a tender, thoughtful guide for children on how to cope and manage emotions that can often feel overwhelming. I would recommend it to parents everywhere for helping kids work through big feelings. “
– Dana Wyss PhD, licensed marriage and family therapist, board certified art therapist, and co-author of The Invisible String Workbook
ABOUT THE BOOK
Ruby’s got a problem. At school and at home, everyone is so busy all the time, and no one seems to notice her at all. Ruby finds herself feeling kind of…lonely. It’s a big problem! But one day, while walking home alone after school, she decides to look at her problem from a new angle. She even gives it a name―Lonely―a seemingly small but significant decision that transforms her problem, and entire life, in the most surprising and extraordinary way. Join Ruby as she discovers her inner best friend in this relatable and heartwarming story. A note from the author and discussion questions are included.
ABOUT THE CREATORS Patrice Karst
The bestselling author of The Invisible String, which has sold more than a million copies and been translated into fifteen languages, and its companion titles, The Invisible Leash, The Invisible Web, You Are Never Alone: An Invisible String Lullaby, and most recently, The Invisible String Backpack. She is also the coauthor of The Invisible String Workbook with Dr. Dana Wyss. She also wrote The Smile that Went Around the World. Patrice is passionate about spreading her message of love across the planet. Born in London, England, she now lives in Southern California. Learn more
An award-winning illustrator of children’s books, including A Boy Like You, written by Frank Murphy, and The Boy Who Grew a Forest, written by Sophia Gholz, among other titles. She recently illustrated Thursday, by Ann Bonwill, which Midwest Book Review called “an impressively presented picture book of healing and hope for young children.” Her work has been featured in the Society of Illustrators, American Illustration, Communication Arts, and 3×3 Magazine, and she won the Highlights for Children Pewter Plate Award. She lives in Minnesota. Learn more at
RUBY AND LONELY By Patrice Karst; Illustrated by Kayla Harren
Two Lions, an Imprint of Amazon Publishing
On-Sale: September 12, 2023 | 9781662508042 | $17.99
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
