Publish Date |
June 09, 2020 |
Category |
Juvenile Fiction / Art Juvenile Fiction / Family |
Price |
$23.99 |
ISBN: 9781534437524
Format: Hardback
Pages: 40
Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Published: June 09, 2020
"The story provides a lighthearted way to discuss perspective and would serve as effective preparation for a family or school outing.""The story is simply and realistically told from Simon’s perspective.....The illustrations are done in ink outlines with watercolor washes which perfectly compliment the text and give the book an old-fashioned feel. Many children will enjoy reading about Simon because they will find him relatable and recognize similar experiences from their own lives."* "This sweet and familiar story will resonate with anyone who has ever felt as Simon does....A perfect introductory text to what is and is not appropriate at the museum, this tale also delivers a generous lesson about how a single piece of art can turn an entire experience around.""This is a creative take on the oft-told story of kid meets art museum, and Simon’s grappling with a novel setting and challenging constraints is depicted with humorous sympathy. ...Davenier’s art, with its usual playfully scrawled lines and taste for contrasting yet sophisticated vivid colors, effectively balances squirmy Simon with the cathedral air of a great museum hall....An imaginative prep for a museum visit or just a way to open up a new conversation about art."