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Even the sparkliest shoes can’t hide a case of the blues. In "Lily May and the Ruby Shoes Blues," Danielle Diestl delivers a heartwarming and essential story for any child who has ever felt "off" without knowing why.
Lily May loves her bright ruby shoes, but lately, even their shimmer isn't enough to lift her spirits. This charming tale dives into the complex world of childhood depression and sadness, providing a gentle, non-threatening vocabulary for "big feelings" that can feel heavy and gray. Through Lily May’s journey, young readers learn that it’s okay not to be okay and that talking about our "blues" is the first step toward finding the light again.
★★★★★ "I absolutely loved this book. It is an excellent book to read to kick off discussions on diversity and embracing children's individuality. It makes for an excellent resource for classrooms of preschool and primary as well when planning lessons around talking about feelings and how to handle them. It is a well written book with beautiful illustrations that draw children in and keep them engaged in the story."
★★★★★ "This book was incredibly beautiful! It affirms all students identity in a loving and respectful way."
★★★★★ "Lil May and the Ruby Shoes Blues is the cutest!! It is such a great story on how to embrace our differences and be uniquely you! Dani hit it out of the park with Lily May and sweet Mama May. The mindful minutes in the back of the book are super cute to practice with little ones after reading too! Can't recommend this book enough!!!"
