Rosie and the pre-loved dress

At the thrift store, Rosie finds a bright yellow dress that sparkles and shines. Back at home, she notices a handwritten name, Mila, on the label sewn inside and wonders about Mila. Did she also wear this yellow dress? Was she a trapeze artist? Rosie loves the dress and wears it every day until eventually she finally outgrows it. Sad but ready to pass it on, she writes Rosie on the label and returns her dress to the thrift shop as a donation. Afterwards, she looks around the shop and spots another magical, "preloved" item to take home. Before the final page turn reveals her latest find, viewers will be scanning the double-page scene and trying to guess her new favorite. Hatch's cheerful digital artwork reflects the tone of the writing. With a realistic portrayal of an imaginative character, this picture book shows both her strong emotional attachment to a special item of clothing and her healthy attitude toward letting it go when the time has come. Another engaging read-aloud choice from the writer-illustrator of Unraveled (2021).