KRISTEN WITTE at Books Inc. in the Marina

Join author Kristen Witte to celebrate her new picture book A Children’s Illustrated Book of Tarot with a lively author talk and tarot demonstration. Dive into the world of Tarot with an enchanting rhyming picture book that introduces children ages 5-8 to the fascinating stories and symbols behind the Tarot deck.

About Kristen Witte: Kristen Witte is a former elementary school teacher and current Tarot enthusiast. Always on the lookout for social-emotional learning tools for both herself and others, she stumbled upon a deck of Tarot cards and hasn’t looked back. She believes the tool can help create an ongoing discourse between children and their caretakers about mental health, processing emotions, and approaching each day as a learning opportunity. Kristen leads community relations for tech companies by day, and dreams up more book ideas by night. She lives in Austin, TX.

About A Children’s Illustrated Book of Tarot: A Child’s Book of Tarot: An Adventure Through the Major Arcana invites readers to step into the shoes of The Fool, the main character of the Tarot, and embark on a whimsical journey through the deck and the ups and downs of life. Read it cover-to-cover in one sitting or use the book like a Tarot deck for a daily practice. Open the door to the world of Tarot and let the magic unfold.This beautifully illustrated 48-page picture book touches on universal values like strength, patience, and free will, teaching young readers to view life as one big story in which they are the protagonist. Each turn of the page reveals a new vibrant illustration, bringing to life the 22 archetype characters and symbols of the Tarot‘s Major Arcana. From the brave Fool’s leap into the new and unknown to the nurturing love of the Empress, children will be enchanted by each story.The book also includes backmatter with questions for parents to discuss with their children as they read along. With its rich storytelling and stunning four-color illustrations, this magical picture book is a perfect gift for young minds.

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