Author Profile
Amy Krouse Rosenthal
3 Books
Amy Krouse Rosenthal was an acclaimed American author renowned for her heartwarming and inventive children's picture books, as well as her memoirs for adults. Her beloved works, including Little Pea, Plant a Kiss, and the bestselling Dear Girl, often celebrate themes of love, kindness, and the joy of everyday moments. With a unique voice that resonated across generations, she crafted stories that encourage readers to embrace their individuality and connect deeply with others.
Books in "Spoon"
Two wonderful friends have spent their entire lives side by side. They do absolutely everything together and cannot imagine a day apart. But suddenly, an unexpected event causes this inseparable pair to face a fork in the road.
For the very first time, they must learn how to navigate the kitchen and the world entirely on their own. It is a scary and confusing challenge, but it also brings the chance to discover new strengths and unexpected talents they never knew they had.
This witty and clever story shows you that taking time for yourself can actually make a partnership even stronger. You will see how growing independently helps build an unbreakable bond of friendship that lasts a lifetime.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
One speedy fellow has a serious thirst for always finishing first. He rushes through absolutely every situation, quickly slurping up everything in sight just to cross the finish line before anyone else.
But his constant need for speed eventually causes a problem, leaving him completely out of breath and bent out of shape. It takes a gentle intervention from a caring friend to show him that constantly rushing is not the only way to experience life.
You will join him on a wonderful journey as he finally learns how to slow down, take a deep breath, and truly drink in the amazing world around him. This clever tale is packed with witty jokes and reminds us to savor life's little pleasures.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
Meet Spoon! He's a shiny, happy utensil, but sometimes he wishes he could be like his friends. Knife can cut things up, Fork can twirl spaghetti, and Chopsticks are so cool, always together. Spoon feels like he just... scoops. He wonders if he's special enough.
Have you ever felt like others have more fun or can do cooler things than you? Spoon feels that way sometimes. But what if all the things he can do are exactly what makes him amazing and one-of-a-kind? Join Spoon as he learns to appreciate his own special talents. His mom helps him see that being himself is the best thing of all, and that everyone has their own wonderful way of shining.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
