B's absolute favourite book at the moment is "The lost thing" by Shaun Tan. This book is a must if you have ever felt out of place, feel like you don't belong or wonder where lost things go.
I love children's books that delve into negative emotions. I remember those types of stories as a child, because they moved me. Life isn't all good. I might be wrong or you might disagree with me but I think it's important to keep it real for kids. Books like "The lost thing" achieve realness in a really beautiful way.
The illustrations are mind boggling. Pictures and text is laid over blueprints and newsprint, the style is urban industrial cartoon and mysteriously out of this world. B has spent a lot of time examining each and every page.
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I love all Shaun's books. His storytelling and paintings work seamlessly! He inspires me to become a more fluent storyteller (one who moves between text and visual).
So glad your little one is enjoying it!
Sorry I got the artist name wrong from my last comment. I mean Amanda Blake (not Sarah Blake). ;)
CF I totally agree with you about keeping it real for kids. Life isn't always sunshine and roses and it's our job as parents to prepare them for the realities of life in an age appropriate way.
I used to love reading to my kids when they were little, I miss it.
Great review, I'll check it out! Love your blog btw.....
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