From award-winning and bestselling author Kevin Henkes and the
acclaimed painter Laura Dronzek, Little Houses is an unforgettable
masterpiece about nature, family, wonder, and the ocean. The lyrical
writing and stunning paintings make this a great choice for family
sharing and for story times all year round.
When a young girl visits her grandparents at the beach, she stays in a
little house and walks along the shore gathering seashells--which were
once little houses of their own. As she wanders the beach, she wonders
about the creatures who used to live in each shell, about the hidden
treasures of the sea, and about the mysteries of the world.
Kevin Henkes's text features striking imagery, depth of emotion, and a
lovely multigenerational relationship. He deftly captures the feeling of
wonder and imagination that is fostered by a trip to the shore. Laura
Dronzek's lush, saturated paintings make this book a true treasure for
parents and children, and a must-have for the classroom.