The Umbrella
$45.21
- Hardcover
40 pages
- Release Date
13 October 2026
Summary
Getting caught in the rain at the park leads a little girl to discover a remarkable umbrella and, with it, the magic of friendship and community in this charming picture book.
Zora’s fun day in the park is interrupted by a sudden rain shower, and she finds just the thing she needs to stay dry: an umbrella big enough for one. When another child on the playground asks if he can join her, and then another and another still, Zora makes room for them all—and the umbrella does too!
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Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781665984157 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1665984155 |
| Author: | Sylvia Walker |
| Publisher: | Simon & Schuster |
| Imprint: | Denene Millner Books/Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 40 |
| Release Date: | 13 October 2026 |
| Weight: | 551g |
| Dimensions: | 13mm x 279mm x 279mm |
| Audience Age: | 4-8 |
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Critics Review
”[A] sweet exercise in generosity… Read this to a rapt audience of kids who wish they could play outside on a rainy day—or any kid who would benefit from the message of sharing.” – BCCB
”[A] sweet exercise in generosity… Read this to a rapt audience of kids who wish they could play outside on a rainy day—or any kid who would benefit from the message of sharing.” – BCCB
“The slight touch of magic elevates this small story about cooperation and problem-solving.” – Booklist
“Either shared alone or compared to other works, this is a colorful and appealing story that children will recognize and appreciate. A welcome addition to school and public libraries.” – School Library Journal
“A whimsical reminder that play is more fun when there’s room for everyone.” – Kirkus Reviews
Sylvia Walker
Sylvia Walker, a southern California native, brings a natural affinity to the artistic painting of diverse images, especially children. She expresses herself in a variety of media, including watercolor, pencil, ink, acrylic on canvas and wood, and recently digital images.
After earning a BFA at California Institute of the Arts, she began a career in fashion illustration for department stores, fashion houses, and the Simplicity and McCall’s pattern companies. Sylvia has years of experience illustrating children’s books. The Umbrella is her author-illustrator debut.
Sylvia lives in Sacramento, California.
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