Lily had been counting down the days on her calendar for months. She dreamed of double the cake, double the laughter, and double the fun!
In
The Girl with Two Birthdays
, author Kerry Nagle introduces us to Lily, a special girl with a special birthday-leap day! She faces a dilemma, however, when she realizes that her birthday doesn't fit into the conventional school calendar. Fortunately, Lily has a thoughtful and caring mom who offers a creative solution to her daughter's predicament. Instead of celebrating just once, Lily experiences the joy of two birthday parties-one on February 28 and another on March 1.
With accessible writing and entrancing illustrations,
beautifully captures the essence of embracing individuality and finding creative ways to overcome challenges. Through Lily and her family's story, young readers learn valuable lessons about uniqueness, adaptability, and the love that surrounds them. Lily's two birthdays don't just make her feel special; they also teach readers the importance of celebrating their own differences.