Picture books in order

The Patch is a 2006 picture book by Justina Chen about a girl who learns to see her differences as strengths.

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# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 The Patch 2006 Justina Chen Buy

The Patch is a 2006 picture book by Justina Chen about a girl who has to wear an eye patch to strengthen a weaker eye. At first self-conscious, she gradually comes to terms with standing out from her classmates and finds her own kind of confidence.

The book shares the themes of appearance and self-acceptance that run through much of Chen’s young adult fiction, adapted here for a younger audience. It was published by Charlesbridge and illustrated by Stacey Schuett.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Picture series?

There are 1 books in the Picture series, published in 2006.

What is the first book in the Picture series?

The first book in the Picture series is The Patch, published in 2006.

What is The Patch about?

The Patch is a picture book about a young girl who wears an eye patch to correct a lazy eye. Through the story, she learns to accept what makes her different and finds confidence in her own way of seeing the world.

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