Books like Isabella by Jennifer Fosberry
Isabella spends her days imagining herself as a warrior, archeologist, queen, and astronomer, transforming her backyard into a stage for boundless adventures. When her father sets out to do chores outside, she eagerly offers her help—though her ideas for how to aid him are as creative as the characters she conjures. The story celebrates imagination, family connection, and a child’s inventive spirit.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Jennifer Fosberry
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