Everyone Gets a Turn

Everyone Gets a Turn is a beautifully illustrated, heartwarming story about four forest friends, Bear, Hare, Turtle, and Mouse, who discover an egg. After an initial squabble, they decide to take turns caring for the egg in their individual homes. The story follows their collaborative efforts as the egg hatches into 'Little Bird' and grows, eventually building her own home and naming herself Clara. This hybrid picture book/chapter book gently explores themes of friendship, sharing, responsibility, community, and self-discovery. It's perfect for children aged 4-11, offering both a charming read-aloud experience and an accessible independent read for novices.

A lovely and heartwarming illustrated children’s book about friendship, taking turns, and caring for one another by award-winning author Marianne Dubuc. Beloved children's book author and illustrator Marianne Dubuc chronicles the adventure and collaboration that ensues when four animal friends take turns caring for a precious little egg they find in the woods. Enter the beautifully illustrated world of Bear, Hare, Turtle, and Mouse. In Dubuc's signature soft and inviting watercolor scenes, these forest friends make an unexpected discovery and turn to each other to find a shared solution. They decide they each will have a turn caring for the egg in their homes. Mouse's house is chilly, so a cozy fire is set ablaze in the fireplace. At Bear's house, exercise and activity rule the day, and Little Egg hatches out of her shell! The next stop is Hare's house, where Bear and Hare dote over the newborn chick and face a new challenge: trying to find something for her to eat! Finally, it's on to Turtle's house for a special time exploring Turtle's treasures and sharing stories. An endearing picture book that celebrates friendship and encourages young readers to share and trust in the power of community and their own resourcefulness, Everyone Gets a Turn is a wonderful read-aloud book for children with a timeless message.