“You don’t have to have this huge good deed that you have to do. Something that is not obtainable. A good deed is just opening a door or saying “hello” or helping someone with their bags . . . I wanted to show that a good deed can be so small and make someone’s day so much better.” –Holly Hatam
Join us for this joyful conversation about finding magic, the power of even the tiniest good deeds, planting surprises in the forest, and other moments of delight!!
Today’s Picture Book: A Good Deed Can Grow illustrated by Holly Hatam and written by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman
Today’s Guest: Holly Hatam
Holly is the illustrator of the New York Times bestselling Dear Girl, and Dear Boy, as well as Unicorns Are Real!, Made by Maxine, and Jack (Not Jackie). She loves hugging trees, drinking tea, sniffing books, music, animations, and most importantly, unicorns. She invites you to be transported into her magical world by visiting her on Instagram: @hollyhatamillustration.
Book Description:
A good deed can grow like a seed. . . .
Join a loving community as they work to create a better world. Whether planting a garden or visiting a sick friend, picking up litter or playing music at the senior center, kind actions—no matter how big or small—can spread like a ripple, impacting the lives of others for the better. Jennifer Chambliss Bertman’s inspiring text and Holly Hatam’s joyful illustrations celebrate how anyone, young or old, can make a difference. It all starts with a good deed.
Please consider supporting your local independent booksellers by purchasing A Good Deed Can Grow. Find a store here: https://www.indiebound.org/
Other mentions in this episode:
Jennifer Chambliss Bertman’s Book Scavenger Series
Holly’s upcoming book with Roma Downey, Message in the Moon (October 2023)
Questions/Activities for further engagement based on the discussion:
1. Ask yourself when you’re having a hard day: what brought me joy today? OR what brought me joy yesterday?
2. Ask yourself: how can I bring some kindness today?
Find Holly:
Website/blog: https://hollyhatam.com/
Instagram: @hollyhatamillustration
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