Pat Zietlow Miller crafts children's books that explore themes of kindness, courage, and sharing with a gentle touch. Her writing delves into the emotional landscape of childhood, fostering empathy and understanding in young readers. With a keen sense for language and narrative, Miller creates stories that resonate deeply and encourage personal growth. Her work celebrates the bonds of friendship and the everyday wonders of growing up.
All Are Welcome meets Sometimes People March in this uplifting picture book with an empowering message: No matter your size, you can do big things. This joyful book celebrates the many ways people can join together to become something bigger-an unstoppable force.
From the New York Times bestselling author of Be Kind comes an uplifting classroom tale about students who create a vegetable garden on their school's rooftop. Millie has recently moved to a new city, from a place more than an ocean away. More than anything she misses the garden where her family used to grow food. Then one day she has an idea—the school has a fine flat roof, perfect for a garden. Soon her teacher and classmates are on board, but it takes more than ideas to build a garden. It takes supplies and hard work; it takes a lot of learning; and it takes a whole school—a whole community—coming together to help. And of course, it also takes a lot of waiting. But as Millie's teacher Miss Mirales says, “Be patient. Good things take time.” From building the beds and planting the seeds to the first glorious harvest, here's the story of a garden—and a girl—in bloom, and what it takes for a new place to finally feel like home.
From the author of the mega-bestseller Be Kind comes a picture book for anyone who's ever loved someone far away.Someday soon, I'll see you.Even though you are there.And I am here.So very far apart.In this heartfelt picture book, a child imagines ways to connect with a grandmother who lives far way. Whether by rocket ship or jet pack, train or in a plane, any journey is worth it to see someone you love.With an inviting, accessible text by Pat Zietlow Miller and inventive art from the critically-acclaimed illustrator Suzy Lee, this picture book reminds us that, no matter the physical distance between us, the people we care about are never far from our hearts. The book features clever and innovative die-cuts throughout, adding a creative, thoughtful and discussion-worthy novelty aspect to this layered and deeply emotional story.
There’s something that I’ve noticed.Perhaps you’ve seen it, too.Life is so much betterwhen it’s me and you. From the time we are young, we are drawn to special people—the ones who complete our sentences and who know our favorite color, food, and song. The people who understand us and make us happier than anyone else in the world. After all, no matter how much time passes or how many miles tug us apart, there is no one quite like a best friend. From New York Times bestselling creators Pat Zietlow Miller and Eliza Wheeler, this jubilant celebration of friendship and the adventures of childhood will make your heart sing.
Emma Cooper is kidnapped when she is fifteen, and her kidnapper forces her to marry him. He takes her in a covered wagon on the Santa Fe Trail, farther and farther away from home. She feels that God has abandoned her, and wonders if she'll ever see her family again. Emma hates the winds that blow every day on the prairie, but learns that the winds are not all ill winds.
A picture book about finding strength in unlikely places from the team behind the hugely popular New York Times bestseller Be Kind. When her gym class must face the school rock-climbing wall, Tanisha is discouraged. Her muscles are weak, and she knows she'll never reach the top like Cayla. But maybe strength is about more than just muscles. With help from her family, Tanisha learns that by showing up, speaking up, and not giving up, she can be strong, too. And that people are the strongest when they work together and trust each other. Award-winning author Pat Zietlow Miller has reunited with illustrator Jen Hill for Be Strong, another unforgettable story sure to inspire kids and adults alike.
Kids will love this playful story of of a unique fall friendship between a girl . . . and her squash! On a trip to the farmers' market with her parents, Sophie chooses a squash, but instead of letting her mom cook it, she names it Bernice. From then on, Sophie brings Bernice everywhere, despite her parents' gentle warnings that Bernice will begin to rot. As winter nears, Sophie does start to notice changes.... What's a girl to do when the squash she loves is in trouble? The recipient of four starred reviews, an Ezra Jack Keats New Writer Honor, and a Charlotte Zolotow Honor, Sophie's Squash will be a fresh addition to any collection of autumn books
From the team behind backlist favorite Wherever You Go, an inspiring picture book affirmation about having courage even in difficult times.
TheNew York Times-bestselling author of Be Kind writes a love letter to individuality in this charming picture book about the beauty of being true to self. Uplifting affirmations are accompanied by Barton's heartwarming illustrations. Full color.
The New York Times bestseller that teaches children what it means to be kind.