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I Had a Favorite Dress: A Picture Book

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Author Boni Ashburn and illustrator Julia Denos’s I Had a Favorite Dress is a fresh, stylish, and “endearing” (Wall Street Journal) picture book about growing up and keeping hold of your favorite memories. “Will speak to young fashionistas.” ―Kirkus Reviews This is a lively, energetic story about adjusting when you need to and being creative when you have to. As the year passes, the narrator’s favorite dress goes through a series of creative changes, from dress to shirt to tank top to scarf and so on, until all that’s left of it is a good memory.Assisted by her patient and crafty mama, the narrator finds that when disaster strikes her favorite things, she doesn’t need to make mountains out of molehills―she “makes molehills out of mountains” instead! Structured around the days of the week, the story is also illustrated to show the passing of the seasons, a perfect complement to the themes of growing older and keeping hold (and letting go) of special mementos. The collaged mixed-media full-color illustrations of watercolors, graphite, colored pencil, and needle and thread give this unique and charming story its bounce and flounce. Breezy in style, the artwork smartly stitches each scene of alteration as the not-so-little girl sashays through the days of the week and the seasons. This modernized version of a traditional folk tale will delight new audiences of parents and children who will learn that everything old can really become new again. “What could have been yet another example of kindergarten consumerism instead becomes one of resourcefulness and resilience.” ―New York Times Also available: I Had a Favorite Hat Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Abrams Books for Young Readers


Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 1, 2011


Edition ‏ : ‎ Illustrated


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 32 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1419700162


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 63


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.7 ounces


Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7 years, from customers


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 0.5 x 10.88 inches


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  • Darling Story
Format: Hardcover
We have been reading this over and over again because the story is just so cute. The illustrations are nice. The tempo is very upbeat and catchy, and sounds very good when read aloud. The story itself is nice because not only does it talk about fashion, it addresses the idea of repurposing things. I also appreciate that although the main character is POC, the story isn’t about her race or racial struggle. The story also has repeated lines that are perfect for kids who like to read along with parents. This book makes for a great gift for children 3-6. If they like Fancy Nancy or anything fahshion or craft related, they will love this. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2019 by Kristi

  • super cute
Format: Hardcover
Adorable. This book is like a combination of Grandma wisdom of "use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without," and Project Runway (which is a combination that works better than it sounds). Who remembers The Elephant Show with Sharon, Lois and Bram? They performed a song this book reminded me of, where a coat became a jacket became a vest became a hat became a tie became a pocket became a button...you get the drift. Anyway, the sweet story and impossibly cute illustrations combine to make this something I hope my granddaughter will love, and a message I hope she'll embrace. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2017 by Lelli

  • Happy.
Format: Hardcover
Very good shape. My daughter was extremely happy to see it in person. She's always read it on her lap top. Now she has a printed copy she can turn pages to. 🤗
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2025 by Amazon Customer

  • My favorite book for my daughter!
Format: Hardcover
This was one of the first books I bought for my daughter when she was born. She’s now 4 and loves this book. It is such a cute story and the pictures are amazing. It’s one of my favorite books that I have gotten for her. If you have a little girl, this book is a must!
Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2019 by Ashley L.

  • Great read
Format: Hardcover
Great book for young girls! Highly recommend
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2024 by Shaun Staggs

  • Love the Theme
Format: Hardcover
I plan on giving this to my granddaughter, and doing a project with her like in the book. I think she's going to love it!
Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2024 by maggilynne

  • Adorable book for little girls
Format: Hardcover
This is such a cute book that incorporates humor and a believable story line. I can relate to the book because as a child I also had a favorite dress that I was sad to outgrow so my mom made doll clothes out of it! I love the book's encouragement of "up-cycling" items to be used again and again. Makes me want to browse my own closet for things to revive :) ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2012 by Kimberly14043

  • Our new favorite & nightly read
Format: Hardcover
This book is so sweet for so many reasons - first and foremost, the illustrations are absolutely beautiful. My 7 year old traces the whimsical pictures with her fingers as we read. The story is equally sweet, showing a girl can repurpose and reuse one of her favorite things, her pretty pink dress, and her mother teaches her how to get crafty and think creatively. My girls ask for this book every night, definitely one of our absolute favorites. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2014 by Lisa

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