The Button Box
The Button Box by Margarette S. Reid, published by Penguin on May 1, 1995, is a first edition children’s book that invites young readers into the imaginative world of a little boy who discovers the joys of his grandmother’s button box. This 24-page book, written in English, presents a delightful exploration of creativity and play, showcasing how simple objects can inspire endless possibilities.
Readers will find that The Button Box not only highlights the fun of counting and numbers but also touches on themes of family and multigenerational connections. The book’s illustrations, featuring bold linoleum cuts with gentle colors, enhance the narrative and evoke a sense of nostalgia. This engaging story encourages imaginative play and offers ideas for parents and librarians on how to incorporate the book into games and educational activities.
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“Simple toys are best, and when they’re done as well as this, simple books as well.”—Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
An imaginative little boy explores the many pleasures that can be found in—and made from—his grandmother’s button box.
NCSS-CBC Notable Children’s Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies
“Chamberlain’s bold linoleum cuts, with gentle color added, portray the buttons in loving detail and give the book an appropriately old-fashioned flavor.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Besides inspiring some flights of fancy for readers, the book will suggest many uses to parents and librarians for games, history lessons, and puppetry.”—Booklist
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