Anya's Secret Society

Bought two of these books - one for my 9-year-old daughter and another one as a gift. My 17-year-old grabbed the 2nd copy and read it simultaneously with her sister. Unique content and relate-able characters intrigue readers from page one, catching and maintaining attention of even the youngest readers through the end. Flagrant, stylish illustrations that make the characters comes alive, adding historical period flavor and color to the story. Great conversation starter with your children about many layers of diversity, conformity vs. freedom of expression.This book makes a great gift for your own kids or a friend - highly recommend!!!

For kids of all ages who feel the pressure to conform and comply.The truth is they can't change you no matter how hard they try. They can force you to do everything with your right hand, but your left will go on making beautiful drawings in secret. And that's how others, like you, will know you.And they can't take away your imagination.So you can fight back - gently.Beautiful drawings. Charming, witty, with a healthy sarcastic edge to it.

Wonderful book for kids and adults. Compelling and easy to read story and deeply meaningful illustrations that will definitely captivate kids and their parents. We bought one copy for our friends who have little kids, and the other to donate to our son's school library.

Very good book. We learned a lot too.

My kids loved this book.

A beautifully illustrated and inspiring story about a left handed girl. A pleasure to read.

So beautiful and touching! Lovely art.

This is probably one of the most gorgeous picture books I’ve ever seen.Incredible illustrations that are child friendly but never too cute.The story is inspiring:Anya lives in Russia. Alas, she’s left handed and her neighbors and teachers believe that: “The right hand is the right hand.” And, “The left hand is the wrong hand.”Anya discovers that many artists were also lefties. She imagines a secret society where everyone draws with their left hand.Things change when Anya moves to America and realizes that being a lefty is just fine!The back matter in the book is a most moving account of the author/illustrator who herself is a lefty and grew up in Russia.This wonderful warm story conveys a message that being different is acceptable and that there’s no right hand or wrong hand.Highly recommended!