Description
Problem-solver Paula patches her pants--and encourages her class to be resourceful, mend, and reuse.
Oh, no! While at school, Paula's pants catch on a bush that rips a large hole in her pants. She tries everything to hide the hole from her classmates, only to find out that they, too, have leaky lunchboxes, spaghetti stains, and hand-me-down backpacks. Nothing some colorful patches can't fix! Children will follow Paula as she feels embarrassed about her torn pants, curious about patches, and excited for a possible solution that helps both her and her classmates.
Paula's Patches can be used as a starting point for discussions of consumerism, throwaway culture, and fast fashion. At the back of the book, a section provides activities for children, including how to make their own patches, no-sew bookmarks, and fabric pouches.
A 2025 Washington Children's Choice Picture Book Award Nominee, 2024 International Latino Book Award Honorable Mention, and 2023 Foreword INDIES Finalist.
Title Details
Author: |
Aldeman, Gabriella |
Publisher: |
Free Spirit Publishing |
Language: |
English |
Copyright: |
2023 |
Number of Pages: |
32 |
Dewey: |
E |
Dewey Range: |
E |
Binding Type: |
Hardcover |
Interest Age: |
7 |
Lexile Level: |
540 |
Lexile Range: |
Developing Reader (500 - 799) |