She had me at “I’m Old Fashioned!”

A poet who discovered the joy of teaching as a kindergarten paraprofessional following her career as a medical receptionist, Donna Carbone has created a storybook for all ages.

In her debut children’s book, she introduces the remarkable Mrs. Hoo, who finds her class stunned by the disappearance of the animals at the Zoo.

In the tradition of beautifully illustrated stories read at bedtime, we’re transported by subtle rhymes and rambunctious children to a place of happiness and dreams fulfilled, as their teacher unleashes their creativity to overcome disappointment.