The Backpack

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Pub Date 15 Feb 2019 | Archive Date 21 Mar 2019

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Wanting the latest and greatest clothes, toys, and gear isn’t uncommon among kids; they see what their peers have and that sets the standard. Even parents are feeling the pressure to fit in more than ever, weighed down with expectations to provide whatever it is that will make their children appear “cool.” But what message is that really sending our kids? Do we need to look and act like everyone else to be happy?

These questions are posed and the answers subtly revealed in the fun, thoughtful, and beautifully crafted new children’s picture book, The Backpack by Lindsay C. Barry (illustrated by Klaudia Bezak). In it, we follow a young girl as she carefully chooses the perfect backpack for school, while her dad reminds her to stay focused on what really matters: what’s inside – and he doesn’t mean pencils and folders!

As she journeys to school, she notices a new boy on the bus who others poke fun at for the way he looks and acts. She notices he skateboards, and clings onto this as common ground, since she’s always wanted to learn that hobby. Later in the cafeteria, as he shuffles by without a group to belong to, she calls out to him and invites him to sit with her and a friendship blooms. Her dad’s words come full circle.

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Wanting the latest and greatest clothes, toys, and gear isn’t uncommon among kids; they see what their peers have and that sets the standard. Even parents are feeling...


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The Backpack can be purchased as of February 15, 2019 from Amazon.

The Backpack can be purchased as of February 15, 2019 from Amazon.


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About the Author:

Lindsay C. Barry developed her love of reading and writing at a young age with help from her mother – an English and creative writing teacher – who ingrained a passion for creating new worlds into Lindsay’s upbringing. Graduating from The Pennsylvania State University with a degree in Communications, Lindsay started her career in the advertising world. Later, she switched career paths and worked as an executive assistant. The best day of work was meeting Robert Redford and having him say, "Oh hi Lindsay!"

During her time living in Washington, D.C., Lindsay met her future husband and three years later they welcomed their first son. Two years and two days later, they welcomed their second son (and decided two boys made their family complete). Now with two boys, two cats, and a slew of fish, Lindsay considers herself a Momtrepreneur and expert good night story reader.

Her sons' love of trains and outer space, and her love of getting them to go to sleep, inspired her first children's book, Journey to Constellation Station. The Backpack is her second book.

Learn more about Lindsay and her books at www.lbarrybooks.com, and connect with her on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Goodreads, and Pinterest.

About the Author:

Lindsay C. Barry developed her love of reading and writing at a young age with help from her mother – an English and creative writing teacher – who ingrained a passion for creating...


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EDITION Paperback
ISBN 9781947486119
PRICE $10.00 (USD)

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A wonderful story about learning it's what is on the inside that counts and about making new friends. I really loved the storyline and the moral behind it. The illustrations are really nice too. I would say this is the perfect addition to any child's library.

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