In this beloved classic companion to Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse, another feisty mouse makes her splash at a wedding. The bright, familiar palette will get kids in the right mindset for the big day. Fancy clothes, music, flowers, speeches, dancing, and a tossed bouquet -this work matter-of-factly presents all the must-have details that mark the special day. Part of “Maisy’s First Experiences” books, this entry follows the little mouse as she attends her first wedding. What better way to calm down children’s wedding day jitters than to introduce them to the motions of the day through the eyes of a familiar friend? Here are some titles that can help get little ones through the big day. Whether children are attending a celebration for the first time or having the huge honor of being a member of the bridal party, their first experience with weddings can be overwhelming (and fun). Cooper captures each moment.”-Horn BookĬooper, F. (2017). The Ring Bearer. United States: Philomel Books.In this installment of SLJ's new ' Milestones' series that takes on “firsts” for young children with relevant book suggestions, we round up some festive titles perfect for nuptial newbies. “Many children experience parental weddings, and these times are filled with joy and nervousness. A solid purchase for any picture book collection.”-School Library Journal “Children will identify readily with Jackson’s fears and enjoy the way he overcomes them. A heartening, reassuring picture book.”-Booklist “Written with simplicity, immediacy, and warmth….Cooper creates beautiful effects with subtle colors, textures, and suffused light in the soft-focus paintings. “Throughout, Cooper’s softly textured mixed-media illustrations offer a warm, affirming depiction of this black family’s life and love together….Readers will be joining the congregation in cheering for Jackson.”-Kirkus Reviews In a celebration of blended families, this heartwarming story, stunningly illustrated by the award-winning Floyd Cooper, is a perfect gift for any child who’s nervous to walk down the aisle at a wedding, and shows kids that they can handle life’s big changes. She’s supposed to be the flower girl, but Jackson’s not sure she’s taking her job as seriously as she should. And what about his new stepsister, Sophie?

The Ring Bearer by Floyd Cooper