Sam Bennett's New Shoes (Carolrhoda Picture Books)

The tradition of hiding old shoes in houses is a very old and was practiced during the 1600 and 1700s. This story is about a boy who receives new shoes and is filled with confidence because as he grows into his shoes, he grows as a boy into a man. His old shoes are hidden for good luck and fortune. As he ages and has a daughter, he tells her that they will hide her shoes as well. It is an uplifting and adorable story. Many people and children do not know about this old tradition so it will be fun to read and discuss this book.