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"What is little Miss Haley creating today?" my kindergarten teacher used to say. While other kids were cutting out simple strips of grass, I was making a life-sized self-portrait, complete with pigtails. Illustrating, writing, and publishing children's books is something I've always wanted to do. I remember how intrigued and amazed I felt watching my dad illustrate our bedtime stories on the spot.
During college, I loved my job as a story time performer at the public library. I graduated with my bachelor's degree in elementary education with minors in art and leadership.
I enjoyed teaching art classes and grade school to many fantastic students. I live with my wonderful husband and our three children in the Western United States. Reading to them is one of my favorite parts of the day.
You can keep up with my current work by following @HaleyARTgyle on Instagram and Facebook.
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Reviewed by Luwi Nyakansaila for Readers' Favorite
James Lamar and the Empty Jar by Haley Argyle is a heartwarming story about using one's imagination to make friends. It follows James Lamar, a young boy who struggles to interact with his classmates during recess. When he gets home, his mother notices his sad face and listens to his concerns about feeling lonely and bored. She says she has just the right thing to help him attract friends and have fun. She takes out an empty jar, opens it, and pulls out an invisible substance that she calls 'imaginelly.' As she plays with it, James becomes fascinated by this magical substance. He learns to envision and create playful scenarios using the imaginelly. When he takes it to school, his classmates are skeptical at first. However, as he uses the imaginelly during recess to craft exciting adventures and games, he successfully captures their attention.
James Lamar and the Empty Jar is a beautiful story that highlights children’s struggles to make friends and demonstrates how the power of imagination can help them connect with others. James is a lovable, shy child, and it is touching and inspiring to see him open up and embrace his creativity. His mother's innovative approach to nurturing his imagination is a key aspect of the narrative, showing how parental support can significantly impact a child's social experiences. Haley Argyle uses simple language that children can easily understand. The story is engaging, featuring smooth dialogue and a natural flow. The colorful illustrations bring the narrative to life. I particularly liked the light yellow background because it created a warm and inviting atmosphere. Overall, this is a wonderful read, and I recommend sharing it with your children or students to encourage imagination and social interactions.
