A Story Is to Share: How Ruth Krauss Found Another Way to Tell a Tale

A parent might reach for this book when their child feels like their creative ideas are 'weird' or 'wrong' because they don't follow the rules. This picture book biography celebrates Ruth Krauss, an author who broke from tradition. Instead of writing what adults thought children's books should be, she listened to kids and wrote stories that captured their real voices, filled with quirky imagination and wonder. It's a joyful exploration of creativity, self-confidence, and finding your unique way to tell a tale. For children ages 5 to 9, it's a perfect inspiration for young writers and artists, showing that collaboration and perseverance can help bring wonderful ideas to life.