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While We’re Here

Anne Wynter, illustrated by Micha Archer

A mother and daughter hurry through a busy city, focused on where they need to be. When their plans change, they discover that slowing down can make room for a different kind of day. Anne Wynter's picture book follows the pair as they notice small pleasures and enjoy being together. Micha Archer's cut-paper illustrations accompany a story about adapting to disappointment, paying attention to one's surroundings, and finding happiness in ordinary family moments.

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Book details

Lexile Text Measure
160L
ATOS Book Level
1.5
AR Points
0.5
AR Interest Level
LG
Fountas & Pinnell Text Level
F
Themes
Emotions · Family · Resilience
Format
Hardcover
Publisher
Clarion Books
Published
March 24, 2026
Pages
40
ISBN-13
9780063238299
Language
English
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