Summer: Animals Share in a Poetic Tale of Kindness

Summer is a poetic, inspirational picture book about the power of kindness from two of Chinas most acclaimed creatorsand children will discover a surprise as they turn the pages!During a hot summer day in the grasslands, a group of animals race to claim the single spot of shadeunder one tiny leaf that clings to a branch. The animals fight until they are inspired by an act of love to offer shade to one another.Through lyrical text from Hans Christian Andersen Award winner Cao Wenxuan, the story comes alive with bright, delicate art from awardwinning illustrator Yu Rong and provides a vivid introduction to animals. In the middle of the book, pages grow shorter and then longer to emphasize each selfless action and to remind children of the importance of sharing and being kind.An Imprint BookAn exquisitely calibrated fable. Publishers Weekly, starred reviewChildren will return often to enjoy the interactive opportunities. Kirkus Reviews, starred review