Wanda the witch is so shy she can’t talk at school. No matter how hard she tries, the words simply won't come out. But when another quiet little witch named Flo joins her class, it seems that Wanda’s not the only one who gets nervous sometimes. Then disaster strikes at the school-wide magic contest. Will Wanda have the courage to shout out the magic words and save her new friend?
A tale of school-based anxiety in a magical setting. . . . The gentle rhyming text never strains or fudges its sometimes surprisingly wise wordplay. . . . Seeing Wanda and Flo both confronting their fears may encourage young readers with anxiety to do the same. The cartoon art puts a gentle spin on the otherwise Halloween-worthy setting. —Kirkus Reviews
Lucy Rowland works as a speech and language therapist for children. Her experience and passion for her work prompted her to make the leap into writing picture books. When she’s not daydreaming about story ideas, reading A. A. Milne, or thinking up new rhymes, she enjoys backpacking, baking, and long walks on the beach. Lucy Rowland lives in London.
Paula Bowles grew up with a house full of animals. She has always loved drawing, reading, and using her imagination, so she became an illustrator. In addition to drawing, Paula likes getting out of the city for long walks and bike rides in the fresh air. And she knows how to walk a tightrope! She lives in the UK.
Wanda the witch is so shy she can’t talk at school. No matter how hard she tries, the words simply won't come out. But when another quiet little witch named Flo joins her class, it seems that Wanda’s not the only one who gets nervous sometimes. Then disaster strikes at the school-wide magic contest. Will Wanda have the courage to shout out the magic words and save her new friend?
Praise
A tale of school-based anxiety in a magical setting. . . . The gentle rhyming text never strains or fudges its sometimes surprisingly wise wordplay. . . . Seeing Wanda and Flo both confronting their fears may encourage young readers with anxiety to do the same. The cartoon art puts a gentle spin on the otherwise Halloween-worthy setting. —Kirkus Reviews
Author
Lucy Rowland works as a speech and language therapist for children. Her experience and passion for her work prompted her to make the leap into writing picture books. When she’s not daydreaming about story ideas, reading A. A. Milne, or thinking up new rhymes, she enjoys backpacking, baking, and long walks on the beach. Lucy Rowland lives in London.
Paula Bowles grew up with a house full of animals. She has always loved drawing, reading, and using her imagination, so she became an illustrator. In addition to drawing, Paula likes getting out of the city for long walks and bike rides in the fresh air. And she knows how to walk a tightrope! She lives in the UK.
