"...keeps things lighthearted and fun, while also modeling mindfulness techniques and positive thinking. A positive, playful story that helps kids imagine big, explore possibilities, and believe in themselves-one lucky clover at a time."-Kirkus Reviews
A positive, playful story that helps kids imagine big, explore possibilities, and believe in themselves-one lucky clover at a time.
Join Blarney, a four-leaf clover hunting expert with a heart full of hope, as he searches sun-drenched fields and teaches young readers the art of finding luck. But Blarney offers more than clover-spotting tips-he encourages children to see the world through a lens of optimism, curiosity, and self-belief.
Filled with delightful illustrations and interactive challenges, this picture book helps kids dream boldly and embrace their own potential. Children will learn that true luck comes from their actions, choices, and outlook-not just the next patch of clover.
Perfect for ages 4-8, this empowering story is ideal for bedtime reading, classroom discussion, or as a thoughtful gift.
★ Encourages problem-solving and curiosity
★ Introduces the concept of finding opportunity and creating your own luck
★ Supports social-emotional growth with optimism and self-belief
★ Sparks imagination and confidence in young readers
If your child loves stories about hope, creativity, and discovering their own strengths, they'll delight in joining Blarney on his four-leaf clover adventures!
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Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 216 mm
Thickness: 2 mm
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ISBN-13
978-1-951546-29-8 (9781951546298)
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Donna Boock is an award-winning children's author celebrated for her laugh-out-loud chapter books (ages 6-12) and picture books (ages 3+) that inspire creativity & problem-solving, and turn reluctant readers into book lovers. She's best known for bringing to life strong characters in her collection of children's books about friendship and kids navigating big life changes, including: -Moo-La-La-Ti-Da! (ages 3+), a silly book for kids about friendship, bullying, kindness, finding the courage to stand up for what's right and saying I'm sorry;-The Kinzie's Kinventions series (ages 6-9), including Kinzie's Got Talent, Earth to Kinzie, and Kinzie and the P. U. Zoo-a STEM-adjacent, young chapter book series that encourages curiosity and problem-solving using the design process (ask, imagine, plan, create, improve);-Oh, My Word! (ages 8-11), a story for chapter book readers tackling big life changes like moving to a new town, starting over in a new school, making new friends, and learning to speak up;-The Claw & Order: Fairy Goose Unit series (ages 6-9), including The Pignapping and Stolen, Golden Goose Eggs-early reader mysteries that help develop observation skills and strengthen logical thinking, all wrapped in silly, mashed-up fairy tale fun.-How to Find a Four-Leaf Clover (ages 3-8) is a playful, interactive picture book encouraging imagination, positive thinking, and resilience to help kids set their sights on finding luck-or anything else they can dream. Donna also started the REACH (Reading Establishes a Connection Home) initiative, with weekly posts full of ideas to make reading fun for the whole family. Search "REACH by Donna Boock" online to find free classroom materials like worksheets, lesson plans, and discussion guides for teachers, librarians, media specialists, and homeschoolers, plus printable puzzles, worksheets, and hands-on activities to support parents and young readers. Sign up for Donna Boock's free REACH newsletter to get fresh games, crafts, and creative ways to enhance the reading experience-delivered straight to your inbox and designed especially for readers ages 3-12 and the rockstar grown-ups who read along and help them find books they'll beg to read again and again.
