{"title":"Christina Shawn","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristina Shawn\u003c\/strong\u003e crafts charming and heartfelt stories that captivate young readers with warmth and imagination. Her books often explore themes of friendship, kindness, and the magic found in everyday moments, making them perfect for family reading time and early independent readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith gentle narratives and engaging characters, Christina’s works inspire empathy and curiosity. Whether delving into adventures or tender life lessons, her stories offer a delightful escape for children and parents alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"and-then-came-you-by-christina-shawn-9781797213606","title":"And Then Came You","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnd Then Came You\u003c\/em\u003e is described by Liz Garton Scanlon, author of the Caldecott Honor winner \u003cem\u003eAll the World\u003c\/em\u003e, as “a lyrical love letter, written to families of all shapes and sizes.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis delightful rhyming picture book is perfect for anyone facing the challenges that accompany change. Bit by bit, and branch by branch, this “family tree” grows to make room for more and more (and more!) love. Families grow and change, but what if you like things just the way they are? What if you aren’t ready to welcome in a new parent, a messy pet, or a baby sister who cries a lot and is leaking goo?! Change can be scary, but even a full heart has room to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth hilarious and heartwarming, this endearing children’s book is a powerful tool for helping little ones understand that there are often silver linings to the changes life brings. Even when things are initially uncomfortable, an open heart paves the way and teaches us that a family can be full of love at any size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Message:\u003c\/strong\u003e Families inevitably change over time, and transitions can be challenging for a child who is used to the way things used to be. The honest feelings and sweet messages woven into the story will resonate with families of all sizes and kinds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumorous Family Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tackling a challenging issue with humour and compassion, this lighthearted and unexpectedly quirky children’s book is heartwarming and healing all at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuessing Game Rhythm:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an incredible read-aloud with polished rhyming text and an energetic plot. Young listeners will have fun guessing what word comes next, creating a guessing game that uses both rhyme and the turn of the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bookreps NZ Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47900270788844,"sku":"9781797213606","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781797213606-and-then-came-you.jpg?v=1783395907"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/christina-shawn.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}