About This Book:
Follow the story of a child from babyhood to parenthood in this moving book about family connections, time, and opposites—a lyrical classic in the making from the acclaimed illustrator of the #1 New York Times bestselling Dragons Love Tacos.
Ava’s world is full of opposites: colorful sneakers on a gray sidewalk, thick books made up of thin sheets of paper, and dreams of huge spaces in her small head. Together, these opposites depict a full and impactful life, as Ava moves from girl to student to scientist, from daughter to mother to grandmother. While years pass and some things change, there is even more that is constant in this visually rich, soothing portrait of family connection through the generations.
You’ll want to cozy up and read this touching, beautiful book together with the children in your life. And as a celebration of personal and family milestones, it’s a perfect gift for baby showers and graduations.
*Review Contributed By Connie Reid, Staff Reviewer*
Thoughtful Reflection about Life
This was a sweet book that takes a nostalgic approach showing one child growing up and having a child of their own. I liked the vibrant and textured look the color pencil illustrations gave the story. The words were poetic and not always descriptive which lends itself to an older audience/ adult appreciation of what the book is depicting. This book would be good for graduations and other milestones where you can look back and reflect on where you have come from and dream of what will come next. For that reason, I am not sure how many children in the age group it is marketed for are ready for the deep reflective thoughts this book inspires. However, my own children are always striving to be older and getting ready for their next step in growing up. I could see this book appealing to children like them who want to imagine their future successes. Overall, it is a deep and thoughtful book on the cyclical nature of our lives.
