All the Places to Love
By Patricia MacLachlan
The Story
A boy named Eli grows up on his grandparents' farm, learning to love the barn, the fields, and the river that surround him — then shares those same places with his baby sister, Sylvie.
Why It's Special
For families who want their child to feel rooted in a place and in the people who love them, this book puts words to that quiet, steady feeling.
- Big idea: The land you grow up on and the people who love you are gifts worth passing down.
- Vibes: Gentle, lyrical, and tender — a slow, loving look at farm and family.
Perfect For Kids Who
- enjoy quiet stories about family and home
- respond well to calm, lyrical read-aloud rhythms
- are working on understanding what it means to be a big sibling
- love pictures of farms, fields, and rivers
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & connection: What are some of the places Eli loves on his grandparents' farm?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Eli felt when he showed those same places to his sister Sylvie?
- Real-life connection: What is a place that you love to visit with your family?
- Imagination: If you could show a new baby your favorite place, where would you take them?
- Family & belonging: Why do you think Eli wanted to pass on his favorite places to Sylvie?
