Albert’s Quiet Quest — by Isabelle Arsenault - Lightly Used

Albert’s Quiet Quest — by Isabelle Arsenault

ISBN / Code: 9780735269385 | 61099
Condition: Lightly Used

Albert’s Quiet Quest is a charming and beautifully illustrated picture book about a young boy who just wants to enjoy his book in peace. Living in Montreal’s Mile End neighborhood, Albert struggles to find a quiet place to read while his friends and neighbors fill the area with noise and activity. When he discovers an old painting of a peaceful beach, his imagination takes him on a relaxing adventure away from the distractions around him.

But Albert’s friends keep interrupting his quiet time until he finally loses his patience. As the story unfolds, the children learn to understand one another’s needs and discover that friendship can include both lively play and peaceful moments spent reading together. With expressive illustrations and a gentle sense of humor, this story celebrates imagination, empathy, and the importance of finding balance between social time and solitude. 

Why You’ll Love This Book

• Features beautiful, expressive illustrations by award-winning artist Isabelle Arsenault

• Celebrates the joy of reading and using your imagination

• Explores friendship, patience, and understanding others

• Shows that needing quiet time is perfectly normal

• Encourages empathy and cooperation among children

• Perfect for bedtime reading and classroom discussions

Book Details

• Author: Isabelle Arsenault

• Series: A Mile End Kids Story

• Audience: Children / Picture Book, ages 4–8

• Genre: Children's Fiction / Picture Book / Friendship / Imagination

Condition Notes

• Lightly used

• Pages remain readable

• Binding remains intact

• May show minor signs of previous handling