This beautiful picture book articulates the magic of planting a simple seed and seeing it flourish throughout the seasons, synonymous to cultivating dreams and wishes. The simple story will appeal to children, while its sophisticated artwork and inspirational message will be adored by grown-ups.
Something magical happens when you plant a dream with a seed. With plenty of love and patience, they can blossom into an extraordinary gift.To be shared with those you love and those with big dreams, this book encourages us to never give up.
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This beautiful picture book articulates the magic of planting a simple seed and seeing it flourish throughout the seasons, synonymous to cultivating dreams and wishes. The simple story will appeal to children, while its sophisticated artwork and inspirational message will be adored by grown-ups.
Something magical happens when you plant a dream with a seed. With plenty of love and patience, they can blossom into an extraordinary gift.To be shared with those you love and those with big dreams, this book encourages us to never give up.
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Something magical happens when you plant a dream with a seed. With plenty of love and patience, they can blossom into an extraordinary gift.To be shared with those you love and those with big dreams, this book encourages us to never give up.
Critic Reviews
“This lovely book is a whimsical way to teach the cycles and enduring power of nature”
Ontario Library Association 2013 Best Bets Top 10 Picture Book for Children Atlanta Parent Magazine Best Books of 2013 list for Preschool to Early Elementary "Glowing paper dioramas are the heart and soul of MacKay's debut..." --Publishers Weekly "All of [MacKay's] forethought and preparation has fittingly paid off in a story that is as surprising as it is nakedly inspirational."--Jay Bushara, --Huffington Post "The magic of this debut picture book rests in MacKay's diorama-style illustrations ... Just the right antidote for The Giving Tree." --Booklist "The book will be suitable for quiet one-on-one sharing or perhaps as a bedtime selection." --School Library Journal "[MacKay] does show unusual sensitivity to effects of color and light." --Kirkus Reviews "A magical, serendipitous story... " --City Book Review "This beautiful story is good for all young children..." --Parents & Teachers, U.S. Kids Magazines "The delight here is in the remarkable cut-paper forms that bring each scene to life. Delicate and meditative." --ForeWord Reviews
About the Author
Elly MacKay lives by Georgian Bay in Ontario, Canada with her husband and children. She attended Nova Scotia College of Art and Design. Her artwork is sold in several stores including her Etsy.com shop, theatre Clouds. This is her debut children's book. To learn more about Elly's special illustrative process, visit her online at ellymackay.com and Twitter @theatreclouds.
Something magical happens when you plant a dream with a seed. With plenty of love and patience, they can blossom into an extraordinary gift.To be shared with those you love and those with big dreams, this book encourages us to never give up.
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