It’s Perfect Picture Book Friday again! Where did the week go???!!!

In case you didn’t realize (because I don’t usually post on Wednesdays) the guidelines for the 14th Annual Halloweensie Writing Contest are up, so come on over and check them out and you can get started on your entries! I’m still working on the prizes, but I hope to have them up this weekend!

And I am in the Halloween mood, so you won’t be surprised at today’s Perfect Picture Book choice 😊

Title: Leila, The Perfect Witch

Written & Illustrated By: Flavia Z. Drago

Publisher: Candlewick, July 12, 2022, fiction

Suitable For Ages: 3-7

Themes/Topics: importance of family, perfectionism

text and illustration copyright Flavia Z. Drago 2022, Candlewick

Opening:
“Far and wide, Leila Wayward was known
for being an extraordinary little witch.

She lived with her baba and
three big sisters, Adelfa, Fer, and Lucy,
in their cozy gingerbread house.

Shee was always the fastest flier. . .”

text and illustration copyright Flavia Z. Drago 2022, Candlewick

Brief Synopsis: Leila is a little witch who is the best at everything she does. But when she dreams of winning the Magnificent Witchy Cake-off, she discovers there’s something she’s not so good at. Luckily, she has three sisters who can help, and a family that makes her realize you don’t have to be perfect to have fun!

text and illustration copyright Flavia Z. Drago 2022, Candlewick

Links To Resources: 18 Easy Halloween Treats Kids Can Help Make; The Best Witch Crafts and Activities for Kids

text and illustration copyright Flavia Z. Drago 2022, Candlewick

Why I Like This Book: So many reasons! For starters, how can you not love the coziness of any book that starts with a family that lives in a gingerbread house? 😊 The story is so cute. Leila is a little witch who is accustomed to being the best at everything. Imagine her surprise when she sets out to win The Magnificent Witchy Cake-Off and discovers she’s not very good at baking! She comes from a long line of talented bakers and she doesn’t want to let the family down. Also, she wants to WIN! And she is determined. So she sets aside flying, and carving pumpkins, and having fun and buckles down to researching recipes and practicing. Still, her baking is a disaster. Luckily, she discovers that “good sisters will always be there, especially when you need them the most.” Her three sisters teach her not only how to bake, but how to have fun at it. I won’t give away the end, but it’s just right! In addition to the delightful story, I LOVE the art in this book! So cute, and so full of fun details. Kids will enjoy poring over it reading after reading. There is just such a nice, cozy feel to both the story and the pictures. A great choice for any bookshelf!

I hope you enjoy it as much as I do 😊

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Have a wonderful weekend, everyone! 😊