Making Space
by Paola Quintavalle (Author) Miguel Tanco (Illustrator)
A delightful and inspiring picture book about making time for the little things that make life rich and beautiful, from author Paola Quintavalle and award-winning illustrator Miguel Tanco
Watching a flower grow. Taking time to say goodbye. Giving yourself the chance for another try. Holding hands and letting go. And welcoming the night when the moon is up.
These are all things for which we need to make time--things that involve both imagination and intention, even though they are ordinary. By sharing these small moments, this playful, conceptual book inspires us not to waste but to fill the precious time we have on our hands.
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A reminder to embrace the smaller moments in life with purpose.
School Library Journal
Gr 1-3--Beautifully simple yet moving text demonstrates the purpose that people put into things every day, such as holding a hand, letting go, planting a flower, then watching it grow. Each page contains a basic task in a single sentence. Illustrations are done in different hues of yellow with charcoal and black outlines rendering slightly different skin tones and hair styles. The delicate characters in the story are children depicting details of the narrative. A few animals are included on some of the pages. The art style is similar to Peter H. Reynolds's work. There is some rhyme and rhythm in the reading of the story: "To stand up to your fears./ For those who are no longer here." Children and adults will find the story charming, yet emotion-evoking as everything is relevant to real-life events. This quick read will certainly be a favorite, as it serves as a reminder that the little things in life with friends inform our best memories. VERDICT Guaranteed to be loved by all readers, this book is a valuable purchase for the SEL or general children's section. Recommended.--Tracy Cronce
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A sunny look at living life with intention... Stresses the importance of making space not only for the momentary encounters in life but also for the emotions involved. Tanco's pen illustrations are delicate and textured... A reminder to embrace the smaller moments in life with purpose. — Kirkus Reviews
JUV051000 - Juvenile Fiction | Imagination & Play
