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Bestselling author-illustrator Mies van Hout employs vivid creatures in a jewel-tone natural setting to explore the longing we all feel at times to be like somebody else.
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Bestselling author-illustrator Mies van Hout employs vivid creatures in a jewel-tone natural setting to explore the longing we all feel at times to be like somebody else.
What child has not daydreamed about having wings like a butterfly? But secretly, the flashy butterfly yearns for a stick insect's privacy. And the stick insect wants to swim like a whirligig beetle.
One after the other, the denizens of bestselling author-illustrator Mies van Hout's vibrant garden landscape wish to be like somebody else. From the glowing firefly to the capable spider to the adorable ladybugs, each one brings something to be admired. And when the dragonfly wishes to be like a child who can run, play, laugh, and build, a world of possibilities opens up.
A gentle but effective story for social emotional learning, If Only... allows children to reach their own conclusions and acknowledge that while it's common to compare ourselves to others, it's best to remember and celebrate what we ourselves can do.
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If Only... by Mies van Hout receives high praise for its vibrant, eye-catching illustrations and engaging collage art reminiscent of Eric Carle. The book is celebrated for its gentle exploration of themes like appreciating differences and being content with oneself, making it both an educational and visually delightful read for young audiences. Reviewers highlight its appeal across various age groups, from toddlers to elementary school children, and its ability to spark meaningful conversations about individuality and nature.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781772781960
Publisher: Pajama Press
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 01 July 2021
Country: Canada
Imprint: Pajama Press
Illustration: Illustrations, color
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 19.0mm
Width: 220.0mm
Height: 267.0mm
Weight: 454g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Mies van Hout is the author and illustrator of the picture books Happy, Friends, and Surprise, From 1 to 10, This is My Daddy, and others, which have been hugely popular in Europe and North America. She studied graphic design at the Arts Academy in Groningen, the Netherlands, and has worked as a freelance illustrator and graphic designer since 1989. Her distinctive paintings are cheerful and bold, and her work has been published in more than twenty countries.
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