Sometimes It's Nice to Be Alone
By Amy Hest
Illustrated by Philip C. Stead
By Amy Hest
Illustrated by Philip C. Stead
Category: Children's Picture Books
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$18.99
Feb 14, 2023 | ISBN 9780823449477 | 4-8 years
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Praise
★ “The text is simple and eloquent, with enough repetition to captivate the youngest readers but also with precise, often lyrical, descriptions for each activity. . . . A sparkling reminder that nothing is as powerful as a child’s imagination.”—Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review
★ “A celebration sure to delight introverts everywhere. . . .”—School Library Journal, Starred Review
“[An] affirming acknowledgement that alone does not equal lonely. . . . Soaring illustrations created with printmaking techniques greatly expand the text and add larger action to the narrative. . . . The episodic nature of the story encourages readers to move slowly and think about each scene.”—Booklist
“Tap into a primal desire to frolic in perfect safety and abandon, engaging one’s private imagination.”—Publishers Weekly
“Joyously explores and celebrates everyday moments, whether spent alone or in unexpected company. . . . The brightly colored, textured illustrations, created by hand using printmaking techniques, are mischievous and detailed, perfectly extending the plucky text.”—The Horn Book
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