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by P. E. Shadrick (Author), Maya Penzlik (Illustrator), Jennifer Rees (Editor)
Winner of Four Children's Book Awards
"...These are pages to soak up and get lost in. This adorable children's story will delight elementary-aged kids but also parents and teachers." - BookLife by Publishers Weekly
A whimsical fairy tale that teaches kindness, respect, and responsibility-through the eyes of a clever girl and some very messy ladybugs.
Do you ever wake up with tangles in your hair? Six-year-old Lisbeth does-and when Grandma explains the culprit, Lisbeth is enchanted. Every night, a troupe of ladybugs throws a grand gala in her hair. But when the bugs forget to clean up, Lisbeth and her Grandmother must step in and fix the mess, learning that sometimes we clean up not because we made the mess, but because it's the right thing to do.
Lisbeth and the Littering Ladybugs blends joyful storytelling with meaningful life lessons. Featuring exclusive expanded illustrations that bring this imaginative story to life in breathtaking detail, this award-winning SPECIAL EDITION picture book is immersive, with vibrant, detailed, hand-rendered artwork that invites children to explore each page with wonder.
Perfect for teaching:
- Responsibility and consequences
- Respect for others and their space
- Teamwork, problem-solving, and compassion
Ideal for children ages 3-7, this picture book is a favorite among parents, teachers, and librarians looking for:
- Fairy tales with a moral
- SEL (social-emotional learning) stories
- Nature and insect-themed picture books
Awards: 2024 Story Monsters Approved Book Winner; 2025 Purple Dragonfly 2nd Place Winner; 2025 AWA Children's Book International Award Finalist; 2025 Literary Global Children's Book Award Finalist
Let Lisbeth's magical adventure inspire your little ones to act with kindness and care, one gala, one tangle, and one lesson at a time.
