Smoot

Name: Smoot
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780525429692
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A Rebellious Shadow

By Michelle Cuevas

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Summary

Smoot by Michelle Cuevas is a whimsical tale about a shadow, Smoot, who dreams of leading a life full of adventures, separate from the boy he is tethered to. When Smoot finally breaks free, he embarks on a magical journey, inspiring other shadows to discover their own paths. This enchanting book beautifully explores themes of imagination and the courage to follow one's dreams.
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Format: Hardback

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You might enjoy this enchanting tale if you love stories about imagination and the courage to embrace one's individuality. The book follows a little shadow who yearns to break free and explore the world on its own, weaving a heartwarming narrative about self-discovery and the magic of dreams.

Smoot

After Smoot the shadow comes unstuck from his boy, he has a wild time that inspires other shadows to live out their dreams in this joyous picture book by the acclaimed author of "The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles" and illustrator of "Sidewalk Flowers." Full color.

A brave shadow finds a more colorful life in this joyous picture book by the acclaimed author of The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles and illustrator of Sidewalk Flowers.

Description

A brave shadow finds a more colourful life in this joyous picture book by the acclaimed author of The Uncorker of Ocean Bottles and illustrator of Sidewalk Flowers.

Smoot, the shadow, has been living a yawn-filled life for years. His boy never laughs and never leaps, so Smoot never does either... until the day he pops free and decides to hit the road in search of the life he dreams about.

As he enjoys his first colourful day—singing, dancing, and playing—other shadows watch him, and they become brave, too. The frog's shadow takes the shape of a prince, the dragonfly's shadow that of a dragon. Even the rock's shadow gets in on the excitement.

But what will become of the timid beings their shadows have left behind? Will they finally be inspired to find their own daring?

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Smoot is praised for its fresh plotline that celebrates the rewards of taking risks, drawing comparisons to the famous shadow of Peter Pan. Reviewers highlight the seamless blend of text and illustrations, with inky shadows and vibrant watercolours capturing the protagonist's energy. It is noted as an inspiring and delightful read-aloud that visually shines as a modern fairy tale.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780525429692

Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 12 September 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Dial Books for Young Readers,US

Illustration: FULL-COLOR ILLUSTRATIONS

Contributors:

Illustrated by Sydney Smith

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 260.0mm

Height: 262.0mm

Weight: 482g

Pages: 48

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Michelle Cuevas Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

Michelle Cuevas graduated from Williams College and holds a master of fine arts degree in creative writing from the University of Virginia. She lives in Massachusetts. Sydney Smith was born in Nova Scotia and has a BFA in drawing and printmaking from NSCAD University. He is an award-winning children's book illustrator whose work can sometimes also be found in magazines and on festival posters and album covers. Sydney also plays a little banjo, stands on his hands, and can ride his bike really fast. He lives in Toronto, Ontario, with his wife and baby son.

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