Books like My two blankets by Irena Kobald
Cartwheel has just arrived in a new country and feels the sting of everything familiar slipping away. In response, she creates a personal sanctuary, an "old blanket" fashioned from memories and thoughts of her homeland. When a new friend enters her life, their budding relationship provides the support she needs to step into the unfamiliar culture. Together, they help Cartwheel weave a "new blanket"—a tangible symbol of friendship and a renewed sense of belonging.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Irena Kobald
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