Thursday, February 12, 2026

Noise

Raymundo, Kathleen. Noise. 2019. 28p. ISBN 9781793189530. Available at GFX RAY on the library shelves


Cathryn is entering 7th grade. She cherishes her solitude and manages to secure an empty seat on the school bus on the first day of school. Unfortunately, a talkative little 4th-grade boy named Tyler is in the seat right before hers, and, after introducing himself, keeps interrupting her for tools like paper, pencil, and scissors. When he asks her for a balloon, Cathryn's temper flares, and she tells him to stop interrupting her.

Based on a true story, Noise explores the unexpected joy found in unlikely connections. Their contrasting personalities set the stage for a unique relationship that unfolds against the backdrop of their daily lives. Short and beautifully illustrated, this story demonstrates how these two characters, despite their initial differences, come to find happiness and fulfillment in each other's company. It's a tale that celebrates the beauty of human connection and the surprising ways in which people can bring light and meaning into each other's lives, even when they least expect it.

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