Synopses & Reviews
A hospital courtyard garden — and a vivid imagination — are a haven for a young boy as he waits for his baby sister to be well enough to join him.Noah really wishes he could see his new sister. Life has been anything but normal since baby Jessica was born with a serious medical condition, and Noah and his family are staying close by her at the children’s hospital. Luckily, there’s a garden outside for Noah to play in while he waits, and an elaborate wall mural that spurs him off into fanciful worlds. Young siblings or friends of an ill child will be reassured by this gentle picture book, an ode to the healing power of the natural world — and a child’s bountiful imagination.
Synopsis
A hospital courtyard garden — and a vivid imagination — are a haven for a young boy as he waits for his baby sister to be well enough to join him.Noah and his family are living in The Children’s Hospital because his new sister, Jessica, was born with a serious medical condition. Normal family life is suspended indefinitely for Noah, but in the true spirit of childhood, he spends his days in the hospital garden, creating an imaginary world, longing for the day when Jess can join him.
About the Author
Mo Johnson teaches high-school literature and drama and began writing for children in 2005. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, she now lives in Sydney, Australia.
Annabelle Josse makes her picture book debut with NOAH'S GARDEN. She was born in France and now lives in Australia.