Posts Tagged ‘rainy-days’

Kirkus Reviews says A Good Day for Ducks is “just right to enjoy after a rainy-day outing”

July 24th, 2018

“Impressionistic illustrations use light, splashy washes of color with scratchy ink outlines and white backgrounds, conveying both the excitement of the rainy outdoor scenes and the familiar, cozy atmosphere inside. The simple plot, short length, and rich vocabulary make this a fine choice for toddlers just beginning to listen to real stories, but there’s enough […]

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Under the Umbrella will be enjoyed by “anyone who dislikes rainy days” says Winnipeg Free Press

March 22nd, 2017

“Anyone who dislikes rainy days would enjoy Under the Umbrella by French author Catherine Buquet and illustrated by Marion Arbona… Arbona’s artwork, in gouache and pencil, is the real highlight of this rhyming story. She is a three-time Governor General’s Award finalist, and her unique illustrations evoke the very feeling of a rain-soaked day. For youngest readers (2-4).” […]

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To Pickle Me This blogger Kerry Clare, Under the Umbrella reminds us “not to miss those moments in which light and communion is possible”

March 16th, 2017

“A beautifully illustrated picture book that celebrates a few of my favourite things, namely light, umbrellas, and baked goods? Yes, please…. As we turn towards the season in which the rain can seem unceasing and the world still a bit too cold and grim, it becomes important to be reminded not to hurry too much, […]

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