Willow Says 'What Colour'

Reach for this book when your child feels like a square peg in a round hole or is navigating a major life transition like a new school or family structure. It is a soul-soothing choice for the imaginative child who often hears they are too loud, too dreamy, or too much. The story follows Anne, a spirited orphan with a penchant for high drama and vivid daydreams, who is accidentally sent to a quiet farm on Prince Edward Island. While the setting is historical, the emotional core is timeless: it explores the ache of wanting to belong and the triumph of a child who wins over a community simply by being her authentic, imperfect self. Parents will appreciate how it validates big emotions while modeling resilience and the importance of finding one's tribe. It is perfect for middle-grade readers who are beginning to define their own identities.