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The Book of Mistakes

By Corinna Luyken
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The Book of Mistakes by Corinna Luyken is a beautifully illustrated children's book that explores the creative process and the idea that mistakes can be a source of inspiration. Through gentle storytelling and imaginative artwork, the book demonstrates how small errors can lead to unexpected and delightful outcomes, encouraging young readers to embrace imperfection with an open mind.
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Format: Hardback
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This beautifully illustrated children's book may capture your interest if you appreciate stories that celebrate creativity and the beauty found in mistakes. As an imaginative and heartwarming narrative, it encourages children to embrace imperfections, fostering a mind-set that mistakes are opportunities for growth and originality.

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"As an artist creatively incorporates her slipups into a drawing, readers see the ways in which 'mistakes' can provide inspiration and opportunity, and reveal that both the art and artist are works-in-progress"--

Zoom meets Beautiful Oops! in this memorable picture book debut about the creative process, and the way in which "mistakes" can blossom into inspiration.

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Zoom meets Beautiful Oops! in this memorable debut about the creative process, and the way in which "mistakes" can blossom into inspiration.

One eye was bigger than the other. That was a mistake. The weird frog-cat-cow thing? It made an excellent bush. And the inky smudges... they look as if they were always meant to be leaves floating gently across the sky.

As one artist incorporates accidental splotches, spots, and misshapen things into her art, she transforms her piece in quirky and unexpected ways, taking readers on a journey through her process. Told in minimal, playful text, this story shows readers that even the biggest "mistakes" can be the source of the brightest ideas—and that, at the end of the day, we are all works in progress, too.

Fans of Peter Reynolds's Ish and Patrick McDonnell's A Perfectly Messed-Up Story will love the funny, poignant, completely unique storytelling of The Book of Mistakes. And, like Oh, The Places You'll Go!, it makes the perfect graduation gift, encouraging readers to have a positive outlook as they learn to face life's obstacles.

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Reviews for The Book of Mistakes by Corinna Luyken highlight its philosophical nature and adventurous spirit, encouraging readers to view mistakes in a positive light. The book is praised for its imaginative style, compassionate storytelling, and for celebrating the creative process where setbacks are seen as opportunities. It offers a unique perspective on the artistic journey, guiding young readers to embrace mistakes as pathways to creativity and discovery.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780735227927

Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 April 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Prentice Hall Press

Illustration: FULL-COLOR ILLUSTRATIONS

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Corinna Luyken

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 252.0mm

Height: 298.0mm

Weight: 607g

Pages: 56

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Corinna Luyken Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

Corinna Luyken grew up in different cities along the West Coast, and after studying at Middlebury College, she settled in Washington State, where she draws inspiration from nature, her family, and the human form. She got the idea for The Book of Mistakes by doing art activities with children in schools. This is her debut book.

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