Aaron Becker is the Caldecott Honor–winning author-illustrator of the Journey trilogy and of A Stone for Sascha. He lives in western Massachusetts with his family.
Gorgeous.
—Susan Verde, New York Times bestselling author of I Am Human
Explore the ways sunlight enriches the Earth, enhanced by colorful,
dynamically shifting die-cut circles. Don't be fooled by the
board-book format; there's plenty for readers of all ages in this
interactive art book, written as a poetic ode to the power and
importance of light...Becker uses the glowing swatches of color
powerfully. Variegated shades of blue circle a wave's crest; a
decorative trio of gold, lime, and violet halos grain; a stark
penultimate page of white moon against black background has no
color at all. This book is demanding of its readers, but those who
take the time are in for a treat. A well-crafted art book with
emotional resonance.
—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
The story lends itself to discussion with children and does an
outstanding job of introducing complex ideas in a lighthearted,
lyrical way...The text and illustrations work well together to
create a sturdy, tactile experience will appeal to young children.
This is an age-appropriate concept book. Highly recommended as a
first purchase for public libraries and preschools.
—School Library Journal (starred review)
Forming a luminous, rainbow-hued sphere when the covers close, the
circular pattern of colors resembles stained glass window panels in
a house of worship, as well as a secular view through a
kaleidoscope, reinforcing the mood of quiet awe and universal
connection in the book’s final lines: “This light is you. And you
are the light.” Becker’s artful board book offers opportunities for
tactile play and deeper contemplation.
—Publishers Weekly
Becker (Journey, rev. 9/13, and sequels) presents a striking board
book about colors, the sun, and, more broadly, the environment and
our interconnected ecology...An eye-pleasing novelty board book for
young children with additional depth that recommends it for
slightly older budding environmentalists.
—The Horn Book
You simply have to experience this one for yourself, especially for
the final spread. Simply exquisite.
—Kirkus Reviews (blog)
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