Product Description
by Laura Wifler (Author), Janna Mattia (Artist)
Young readers will join Cora, a girl with big dreams and even bigger aspirations, on a journey to discover what makes life truly meaningful.
Ever since she was a little girl, Cora has dreamed of designing truly fantastical things, awe-inspiring structures that everyone recognizes as world wonders...and that's exactly what she does!As Cora ages and her accomplishments and acclaim grow, she returns to her hometown to fulfill her childhood dream--to transform the house on top of the hill into a true world wonder. In the process, Cora learns that living a meaningful life isn't all about amazing achievements or always making bigger and better things, but about building community, giving generously of your time and talents, and loving others along the way.
Vividly illustrated and imaginative, A World Wonder helps parents and educatorsencourage children to dream big but also to value wonder and beauty in the ordinary. Most important, young readers will learn that in a world of limitless possibility, it's the bonds we form and the people we love that bring real meaning and satisfaction in life.
Author Biography
Laura Wifler is the cofounder of Risen Motherhood and Executive Director of the nonprofit ministry. She cohosts the popular Risen Motherhood podcast and is the coauthor of the bestselling book of the same name. She is also the author of Like Me and Any Time, Any Place, Any Prayer. Laura lives in central Iowa with her husband, Mike, and their three wild and wonderful kids.
Janna Mattia is an illustrator from California who also has a love for writing. She works primarily in traditional media, but feels equally at home working digitally. With a touch of nostalgia for the old classics, Janna is devoted to creating memorable stories through high quality art.
