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Isle of You - by David Larochelle (Hardcover)

Isle of You - by  David Larochelle (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>A deep breath and a little imagination are key in this gentle, beautifully illustrated story that will inspire little ones to lift their own spirits--and remember that they are loved. Full color. 5/8.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>A deep breath and a little imagination are key in this gentle, beautifully illustrated story that will inspire little ones to lift their own spirits -- and remember that they are loved.</b> <p/>Some days are harder to get through than others, but when you're sad, or lonely, or angry, it helps to remember these words: the Isle of You. Take a moment to shake off your worries, then set sail to a land where your dreams can come true. Soar on the back of an eagle, hunt for treasure, watch dancing polar bears on roller skates -- anything you can imagine is yours. Hopeful and dreamlike, Jaime Kim's paintings illuminate a way for young readers to visualize a brighter, happier mood in this compassionate story by David LaRochelle.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>Every page is a double spread of delights in full color using pastel watercolor with digital tools. Children will love the carnival and castle environments, the roller-skating polar bears in tutus, and the friendly animal playmates. It's a dreamland of wonders, a perfect isle to comfort angry or sorrowful moments in a child's day.<br>--Booklist <p/>LaRochelle (<i>Moo!)</i> and Kim (<i>La La La</i>) have created the picture book equivalent of a guided visualization...those with a stubborn case of weltschmerz should welcome the calming sojourn.<br>--Publishers Weekly <p/>Throughout, the narrator's questions and suggestions have a peaceful and calming effect and add an interactive layer to the tale. A wonderful depiction of the power of imagination that encourages young children to look inwardly when faced with life challenges. A strong choice for most shelves.<br>--School Library Journal <p/>Among picture books for younger readers, David LaRochelle's playfully titled <i>Isle of You </i>is imbued with a dreamlike richness and features warm pastel illustrations by Jaime Kim...This is a lovely, soothing antidote to daily snappishness and stress.<br>--The Guardian<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>David LaRochelle </b>is the author of many books for young readers, including <i>Moo! </i>and <i>This Is NOT a Cat!, </i> both illustrated by Mike Wohnoutka, and<i> How Martha Saved Her Parents from Green Beans, </i>illustrated by Mark Fearing.David LaRochelle lives in Minnesota. <p/><b>Jaime (Jimyung) Kim </b>was born and raised in Korea before moving to the United States at the age of eighteen. She has illustrated many books for young readers, including <i>La La La: A Story of Hope</i> by Kate DiCamillo and <i>And Then Comes Summer</i> by Tom Brenner. Jaime Kim lives in North Carolina.

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