This Book Is Made of Clouds
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- 13,99 €
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- 13,99 €
Beschreibung des Verlags
This Book Is Made of Clouds is a playful invitation for young minds to explore how they are connected to nature, the universe, and all of humanity. Everything is connected to everything else, from the ocean’s phytoplankton who create half of the oxygen we breathe, to the clouds whose rain nourishes the trees from which books are made (including this one!).
Filled with cheerful, detailed illustrations, this Book is Made of Clouds promotes holistic thinking and inspires wonder for the world around and within us all.
Perfect for curious kids, elementary classrooms eager for STEAM content, and caregivers who want to encourage children to contemplate our oneness with the earth and all of humanity.
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Blaise showcases the interconnectivity of life in this richly illustrated narrative, employing the refrain, "everything is connected to everything else." Bold typography announces six equally bold claims throughout, beginning with "This Book Is Made of Clouds." Each statement is followed by a spread or two featuring a brief explanation (rain from clouds feeds the trees that become paper), paired with poetic embellishment ("Forests are hidden inside of this book/ and a cloud floats through every page./ Everything is connected to everything else") and naïf-style art. In this manner, Blaise explains how the reader breathes the seas (through phytoplankton's oxygen production), eats the sun (through photosynthesis), and more. The hyperbolic relationships Blaise sketches between natural elements and the audience aren't always fully clear ("The sun shines inside of you,/ and plants thread through/ your hair"), but detailed, vibrantly colored illustrations and a message of global connectedness will capture readers' attention. Back matter showcases five activities, including a meditation and a mandala. Ages 4–10.
