Umbrella

Ages 4 to 9, Grades P to 3

A surreal and magical tale of empathy, kindness, and community

Clara finds an umbrella on the ground at the park and does a good deed by putting it on a bench. The umbrella says "thank you" and invites Clara to make a wish.So unfolds a magical chain of events featuring a new friend, an elephant, musical butterflies, and a naughty fox who learns his lesson. The artwork in this quirky piece of magical realism is packed with humor and character, and the surprising ending is both heart-warming and uplifting.

About the Author

Elena Arevalo Melville is a Guatemalan-born debut author and illustrator, who has studied architecture and art and now teaches art to children. She lives in Cambridge, UK, with her partner and children.Elena Arevalo Melville is a Guatemalan-born debut author and illustrator, who has studied architecture and art and now teaches art to children. She lives in Cambridge, UK, with her partner and children.