The Gift of the Broken Teacup: Poems of Mindfulness, Meditation, and Me

In three sections of roughly equal length, oft-rhyming verse scans impeccably, the better to convey messages of perseverance and self-acceptance… . Orlando’s pictures beautifully complement Wolf’s poems, with plenty of animals, playful perspectives, and thoughtfully diverse depictions of children. A terrific exposition of mindfulness, perfectly distilled for curious kids.—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Through prose and rhythm, these 30 poems explore profound yet accessible themes, such as integrity, perseverance, empathy, and appreciation for life’s small wonders… The Gift of the Broken Teacup is a treasure trove of mindfulness where readers can find inspiration and cultivate peace within their lives.—BooklistRecommended for elementary collections where mindfulness-based stress reduction and social-emotional learning through yoga and meditation are popular.—School Library Journal

Allan Wolf is the author of many award-winning books for children and teens, including How to Tantrum Like a Champion, The Blanket Where Violet Sits, Behold Our Magical Garden, No Buddy Like a Book, The Day the Universe Exploded My Head, and The Blood-Hungry Spleen and Other Poems About Our Parts. He lives in Asheville, North Carolina.

Jade Orlando’s colorful illustrations are featured in books, apparel, advertising, and licensing, with clients including Hallmark and the ACLU. She lives in the ’burbs of Atlanta, Georgia, with her husband, three cats, and a greyhound named Petra.