Milo and Georgie

Bree Galbraith, Josée Bisaillon

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Type:

Fiction

Categories:

Humorous Stories | Lifestyles | Family | Social Issues | Social Themes

Themes:

City & Town Life, Siblings, New Experience

Language:

English

Publisher:

Owlkids Books

Grade Level:

P-3

Age Range:

3-7

Accessible Format Availability:

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Where to buy it

Amazon

Description

A funny, spirited story about adapting to change

When Milo’s family moves to a new city, he vows to officially retire from having fun. So he stays inside for days while his little sister, Georgie, yearns to explore the new neighborhood. Finally, Milo ties Georgie to the end of a ball of yarn so she can go out, on one condition: she has to come home when he tugs the string twice.

But one day, Georgie isn’t at the end of the string. Which means Milo might just have to step outside and discover everything he’s been missing. Charming, detailed artwork illustrates their vibrant new city in this heartwarming story about supporting each other, building community, adapting to change, and embracing new things.

Contributors

BREE GALBRAITH is a UBC Master of Creative Writing graduate and author of award winning titles, Once Upon a Balloon (Orca 2013), and Milo and Georgie (2017). Usha and the Stolen Sun is Bree’s third book, and several more follow in the coming years, including the Wednesday Wilson series (Kids Can Press 2020-22). She lives in the heart of Vancouver with her family, where when she’s not writing, she’s definitely outside enjoying the wonders of the west coast.

Formats

Awards

Ontario Library Association Best BetCommended

Fall 2017 Best Books for Kids and Teens

Blue SpruceShort-listed

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