In a Jar
By Deborah Marcero
The Story
A little rabbit named Llewellyn collects ordinary treasures in jars until his friend Evelyn joins him, gathering wonders like rainbows and ocean sounds — then she must move away.
Why It's Special
For the kid who saves every shiny rock and dandelion puff in their pockets, this is a story that treats their collecting as something close to magic.
- Big idea: Memories are things you can hold onto, even when the people you made them with are far away.
- Vibes: Tender, quiet, and a little bittersweet — full of small wonders.
Perfect For Kids Who
- enjoy collecting little treasures like rocks and feathers
- are working through a friend or family member moving away
- respond well to gentle, imaginative stories about friendship
- love finding magic in everyday things
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story details: What kinds of things did Llewellyn like to put in his jars?
- Imagination: How do you think Llewellyn and Evelyn managed to collect something like the sound of the ocean?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Llewellyn felt when Evelyn told him she was moving away?
- Real-life connection: Is there a friend you've had to say goodbye to, and how did that feel?
- Imagination: If you could put a memory in a jar, what would you choose?
