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Wise Woman and Her Secret

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I recently read "The Wise Woman and Her Secret" after talking to our school children about the art of "wondering". We are often told new information by others, however, it is more important that we gain new knowledge by way of our own wondering. Eve Merriam helps us to gain an appreciation for this art by telling this beautiful story. Those who rush through life don't get the chance to wonder. Those who slow down and pick up pennies, or seashells find lots to wonder about and even more to learn. The old woman and the young girl have this gift. One knows that it is a gift and not really a secret, while the other simply enjoys herself and the world around her. Every child and parent should read this story. It will help to pave the way towards a successful life-long learning experience for both.

I just recently attended a reading workshop hosted by famous reading researcher, Yetta Goodman. I was enchanted and moved when she read this to us, 75 teachers. The magical text, along with the beautiful illustrations celebrate every child's need for curiosity and day dreaming! A must have for any children's library collection!

I found a copy of this book at a yard sale this summer. I volunteer with a second grade class and realized this book with its plot, beautiful illustrations, and subtle moral would be perfect. I ordered a second copy from Amazon so that the teacher would have a permanent copy. Can't understand why this book never made it to paperback and best seller.

My 4-year-old daughter and I just read this after checking it out from the public library. We both loved it. She was excited about the girl discovering the secret when the grown-ups couldn't, and the beautiful illustrations. I loved that it embraces and encourages the natural curiosity and exploration that children have for the world around them - and that adults usually squelch.
I expected to order this book right away, but with the cheapest copy at $40, I think we will have to borrow this book regularly from the library instead.