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About The Book
In this magical and poetic picture book, a father and child see all the wonders and connections in nature and in life as they go about their day.
From a seed to a plant, from an egg to a chick, from a caterpillar to a butterfly, a child and father observe the cycles of nature and come to see that as each journey ends, new adventures begin.
From a seed to a plant, from an egg to a chick, from a caterpillar to a butterfly, a child and father observe the cycles of nature and come to see that as each journey ends, new adventures begin.
About The Illustrator
Photo courtesy of the illustrator
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.
Why We Love It
“This celebration of nature and love focused on a father and child and is lyrical and touching.”
—Paula W., Publisher, on Beginning
Product Details
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books (September 27, 2022)
- Length: 40 pages
- ISBN13: 9781534494442
- Ages: 4 - 8
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Raves and Reviews
"Graphite and digitally colored illustrations with a soft palette of blues, purples, yellows, and greens create a peaceful atmosphere that underscores the comforting message that each ending brings something new for the child to experience."
– Booklist
"A gentle, winsome reminder that an ending is just an opportunity for a new start."
– Kirkus
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- Book Cover Image (jpg): Beginning Fixed Layout eBook 9781534494442
