Umbrella

Beth Ferry lives by the beach in New Jersey where she loves scanning the shore for sea glass. In addition to sea glass, Beth has found countless shells, mermaid purses, and a few sand dollars. She often finds tennis balls and brings them home to the delight of her two bulldogs. Through the years, Beth has also picked up boatloads of trash. She is the author of many picture books including Stick and Stone, The Scarecrow, and The Peddler of Puddles. Sea Glass Girls is her first novel in verse. You can learn more at bethferry.comTom Lichtenheld makes books for children and people who used to be children. His New York Times bestsellers include I Wish You More and Duck! Rabbit!, created with Amy Krouse Rosenthal; Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site, created with Sherri Duskey Rinker; and Stick and Stone, created with Beth Ferry. See all his books at tomlichtenheld.com.

PRAISE FOR THE UMBRELLA: ★ "The exceptional duo behind Stick and Stone are back with another unmissable and upbeat collaboration. Simple and superb—a must-have for any collection." — School Library Journal (starred review)PRAISE FOR THE UMBRELLA: "A pleasing pick-me-up story, rain or shine."  — Horn Book MagazinePRAISE FOR STICK AND STONE: “This warm and tender story of two BFFs is made even more enjoyable by the charming, textured tan and blue illustrations . . . the text, suitable for beginning readers, sweetly expresses what it is to be and to have a good friend.”  — School Library Journal (starred review)PRAISE FOR THE SCARECROW: “An emotionally impactful exploration of love and loneliness, this is an essential addition to any picture book collection.” — School Library Journal (starred review)PRAISE FOR SWASHBY AND THE SEA: Telling a story with imagination and wit, Ferry creates a cantankerous but lovable character in Captain Swashby and a mysterious, well-intentioned, mischievous one in the sea...an exceptionally satisfying picture book."  — Booklist (starred review)PRAISE FOR SWASHBY AND THE SEA: "This readaloud is sweetly told as Swashby overcomes his bitter habits to welcome new, friendly, and energetic people into his quiet life....Martinez-Neal’s art captures the essence of the ocean."  — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review)PRAISE FOR THE UMBRELLA: "Dim days end with a bright romp thanks to magic. This celebration of patience and sharing light will spread delight." — Kirkus ReviewsPRAISE FOR THE UMBRELLA: "Wet, gray weather is no match for the bright spirit of a yellow umbrella–toting child in this buoyant picture book from the creators of Stick and Stone." — Publishers Weekly