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mnstucki's review
4.0
Perfect story to read to an introvert and/or artistic child to let them see themselves in the story.
jwsg's review
2.0
Love the illustrations but I’m not such a fan of Jamie, who is clearly annoyed by all these grown ups asking her inane questions. I’m sure if I were her, I would be annoyed too and want to be left alone to focus on my sand play. I’m just less sure this is a book I want to read to my kids. They’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn what it means to be annoyed by grown ups, later in life rather than sooner, I hope.
ivyinthepages's review
5.0
Rating: 5 leaves out of 5
Characters: 5/5
Cover: 5/5
Story: 5/5
Writing: 5/5
Genre: Children
Type: Book
Worth?: Yes
Characters: 5/5
Cover: 5/5
Story: 5/5
Writing: 5/5
Genre: Children
Type: Book
Worth?: Yes
crostonk's review
emotional
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
This book is on my list of "Required Reading". I know it is a kids book, but the meditative message (and the art) are beautiful. When friends of mine have kids, this is the first book gift.
singular_coyote's review
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
lauriehnatiuk's review
4.0
The quiet of this book quickly drew me in. A young girl is on a beach and clearly in the midst of creating using objects she finds around her. She loves the sea that doesn't bother her asking questions, gently swishing as she hums and creates. As she is busy constructing and building, people of various ethnicities stroll by curious and ask her what she is making. She always answers "I don't know" somewhat annoyed as she is still unsure herself. Soon a woman painter comes with stand, brushes and canvas and sets up right beside her paying the little girl no attention. Finally, the little girl asks "What are you making?" and she replies "I dont know yet" They continue to work quietly beside one another until they both share what they have completed when done.
A book for introverts, makers and processors who need time to be alone to think and create. Another book to add to the library where readers who like to be quiet and alone will see themselves at the beach.
A book for introverts, makers and processors who need time to be alone to think and create. Another book to add to the library where readers who like to be quiet and alone will see themselves at the beach.