The Box by Jo Linsdell ~ Children’s Book Review #Imagination #Play #PictureBook @JoLinsdell
Book Details
The Box by Jo Linsdell
Published by Independently Published on 03/15/2014
Genres: Children's Picture Book
Format: eBook, Paperback
Pages: 44
Source: Kindle Unlimited"Because a box is just a box, except when it's not."
Join in the creative fun as a little boy explains why his box is his favourite toy.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Purchase Links for The Box
- Amazon Kindle Edition
- Linsdell, Jo (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 44 Pages - 03/25/2014 (Publication Date)
- Linsdell, Jo (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 44 Pages - 03/15/2014 (Publication Date) - CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (Publisher)
Please let me know if the above Amazon button does not route you to your country’s Amazon page for The Box. I will be happy to send you a link. Every click and/or purchase helps to support my blogging efforts.
Using my link does not change the price you pay. Amazon pays me a minimal amount out of their share.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Purchase The Box online from your local bookstore in the original Italian!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
My thoughts on The Box
Jo Linsdell’s “The Box” beautifully celebrates imagination and creativity. The story shows how something as ordinary as a cardboard box can become a boundless adventure through simple yet engaging prose and delightful illustrations.
I love the superimposed line drawings that show what the box is being used for in the boy’s imagination. While you are reading this with your little ones, I bet they come up with many more imaginative uses.
The repeated phrase, “Because a box is just a box, except when it’s not,” adds a playful rhythm that young children will love. Rhymes and repetition are great tools for emerging readers, and this book nails it.
Children and adults will find joy in this story. While children will delight in the imaginative possibilities, parents will appreciate the subtle nudge to reuse and recycle. It’s a gentle reminder that high-tech toys aren’t required for meaningful fun—imagination is what truly counts.
The author’s experiences with her children shine through, giving the story an authentic, heartfelt feel. It’s the perfect choice for family storytime, encouraging creativity while promoting sustainability. Plus, its “less is more” message feels refreshing and empowering.
I read this gem through Kindle Unlimited, and even though I know Jo from the online writing world, my review is totally honest. If you’re not following her on social media, you’re missing out on a treasure trove of inspiration!
I may have received a copy of the book from the author, publisher, or tour company. Otherwise, it is from my personal library or Kindle Unlimited.
This review is my honest, unbiased opinion.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
I love to read books through my Amazon Kindle Unlimited subscription.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
About Jo Linsdell
Jo Linsdell was born in Gillingham, Kent (UK) in September 1980. Having passed 10 GCSE's, she went on to study Business Studies, History and Art A-Levels at Yateley 6th Form. She left England and moved to Rome, Italy in June 2001, where she now lives with her Italian husband and their two young sons.
She has published numerous books, including; 'The Box','Fairy May', 'Out and About at the Zoo', 'Italian for tourists' and 'A Guide to Weddings in Italy', 'Virtual Book Tours: Effective Online Book Promotion From the Comfort of Your Own Home' and 'How to be Twittertastic: Writers and Authors Guide to Social Media Book 1'.
She is also the illustrator of the "A Birthday Clown for Archer" books written by Kathy Mashburn and the "Jasmine Dreams" series written by Maria Rochelle.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Reviews similar to The Box
Jazmyne’s Big Emotions by Tom Tracy #ChildrensBook
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Have you already read this book? Share what you thought in the comments!
If you enjoyed this post, don’t forget to like, follow, share, and comment!
Then follow me on social media:
Twitter/X Facebook Threads (link in Instagram Profile)
Please help by sharing this post!
Discover more from Gina Rae Mitchell
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
Thank you for being part of the blog tour for The Box and for this amazing review. I’m thrilled you liked it.
I wrote The Box for my youngest son as I’d done Out and About at the Zoo for my eldest and he wanted a special one for him too. Both books are based on real experiences with my children and I’m happy that that came through whilst you were reading it.
Children’s books hold a special place in my heart. I can’t wait to read The Box to my youngest grandson.