Joey loves things that fold: maps, beds, accordions, you name it.

When a classmate’s mother turns a plain piece of paper into a beautiful origami crane, Joey’s eyes pop. Maybe he can learn origami, too!

It’s going to take practice — on his homework, the newspaper, the thirty-eight dollars in his mother’s purse. . . . Enough! No more folding! But how can Joey become an origami master if he’s not allowed to practice?

• An inspiring parable of creativity and determination, but also a sweet story of friendship and belonging.
• A wonderful story about making art and what it takes to be a master (practice and patience). 
• Boys and girls alike will love this sweet, well-written debut picture book text.