La Senora de la Caja de Carton [Hardcover]

Ann McGovern (Author), Marni Backer (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up

It is wintertime in the city and freezing cold, but not everyone is inside and warm. Ben and his sister Lizzie know that there is a lady who lives outside in a box over a warm air vent. The children worry about the kind-looking lady, and begin sneaking food and clothes out of their apartment for her. Gently told and powerfully illustrated in rich hues, The Lady in the Box deals candidly with the issue of homelessness.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 1-3?An unfortunate woman, caught in the depths of homelessness, seeks shelter on a nightly basis beside a warm, city deli. All seems irredeemably bleak that winter until two youngsters come to her aid, determined to lessen her plight. Their compassion not only helps them to become responsible members of their community but also fortifies their relationship with their mother, who ultimately speaks out on the woman's behalf. Appropriately somber illustrations rendered in oil add to the well-written presentation. This sensitive portrayal of homelessness is both educational and inspirational. A poignant selection that addresses the possibilities for compassion in society.?Selene S. Vasquez, Orange Brook Elementary School, FL
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Review

"A modern morality tale that never strays too far from the stark reality of homelessness while portraying the generosity and concern of two children for a stranger. Written in direct, disarming prose." -- School Library Journal 10/97

"A modern parable about reaching out to those who can find no room at the inn..this book is true to a child's predilections for helping the less fortunate and has a reasonableness about how much people can help the homeless better their lives. The art here, too, is very strong." -- Booklist 9/1/97

"A touching story...a worthy collaboration that illuminates the realities of homeless life and offers no happy, pat conclusions." -- Publishers Weekly 9/8/97

"Realistic and believable..For readers who witness homelessness every day, the book answers questions, carrying the message that even for large problems, small efforts can make a difference." -- Kirkus Reviews 9/15/97

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Hardcover: 40 pages
• Publisher: Turtle Books; 1st edition (June 11, 1997)
• Language: Spanish
• ISBN-10: 1890515027
• ISBN-13: 978-1890515027
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 10.7 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,589,883 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Ann McGovern is the author of over 55 books for children and sales of her books exceed 30 million. She is the author of the classics STONE SOUP and TOO MUCH NOISE, as well as several IF YOU LIVED... books.