Amy’s Three Best Things by Philippa Pearce & Helen Craig
During Amy’s first sleepover at Gran’s house, she bravely battles night-time anxiety using her imagination and some comforting belongings from home.
Ten years after it was first published, Amy’s Three Best Things gets a gorgeous makeover from illustrator Helen Craig of Angelina Ballerina fame. The original story by Philippa Pearce (Tom’s Midnight Garden) unfolds at a gentle pace with plenty of wonder, making for a great read-aloud for ages 4 and up.
Craig also complements the old-fashioned setting with classic pencil and watercolour artwork. I loved this celebration of independence and the creative mind of a child.