Welcome to the Bank Street Children's Book Committee's (CBC) Searchable Best Books List, a tool designed to help educators, families, librarians, and others access developmentally appropriate and engaging books for young readers (ages birth - 18).
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Mr. Wayne's Masterpiece
written and illustrated by Patricia Polacco
Ages: 9+
Published: 2014
Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons/Penguin
ISBN: 978-0-399-16095-0
Keywords: Shyness, Social/Emotional Learning, Theater, Picture Books for Older Readers, Read-Aloud, Drama, Self-esteem
Shy Trisha faces reciting in public. With the help of her drama teacher, she is able to conquer her fears. Emotions vividly expressed in dramatic illustrations.