Team Review by Rowena; The illustrations, words & theme of this book makes it a wonderfully joyous gift to give - I'd image, if mother nature had words these would be some of hers, a true celebration that makes you smile.
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Celebrate the wonder of the world in this reassuring picture book about the joy, love, and beauty found in each and every day.
From the treasure of flowers to the mystery of insects, this lyrical book encourages children to explore the natural world around them and to be grateful for all that surrounds them. With jewel-like artwork, every page is a treasure for children just born or exploring the world full of possibilities we all share.
Author Biography: Nina Laden is the author-illustrator of many books for kids, including the Peek-a series; Who Loves You, Baby?; The Night I Followed the Dog; and Yellow Kayak. She lives with her husband on Lummi Island, Washington. Visit her online at NinaLaden.com.
Illustrator biography: Melissa Castrillon, studied at the Cambridge School of Art where she earned a first class honors degree in illustration and a master's degree in children's book illustration. She is the illustrator of If I Had a Little Dream by Nina Laden. She is also the author-illustrator of The Balcony, which received the Society of Illustrators Gold Medal. Her book Dear Little One, by Nina Laden, was a School Library Journal best picture book of the year. Her books have been published all over the world. She lives in Cambridge, England, with her husband.
Children’s: picture books - activity books - early learning concepts, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Children’s / Teenage poetry - anthologies - annuals
Age: From 5 to 8 years
Hardback
Nina Laden, Melissa Castrillon
40 pages
H: 267mm W: 191mm Spine: 10mm
Weight: 404 grams