Dear Little One by Laden, Nina

A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year

Celebrate the wonder of the world in this reassuring picture book about the joy, love, and beauty found in each and every day that is a "visually stunning ode to the beauty of nature" (School Library Journal, starred review).

From the treasure of flowers to the mystery of insects, this lyrical book encourages children to explore the natural world around them and to be grateful for all that surrounds them. With jewel-like artwork, every page is a treasure for children just born or exploring the world full of possibilities we all share.

Author: Nina Laden
Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Published: 11/02/2021
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 10.60h x 7.70w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9781534454774
Audience: Ages 4-8

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 10/01/2021 pg. 75
Publishers Weekly 10/11/2021

About the Author
Nina Laden is the author-illustrator of many books for kids, including the Peek-a series; Who Loves You, Baby?; The Night I Followed the Dog; Yellow Kayak; Dear Little One; and Love Is My Favorite Color. She lives with her husband on Lummi Island, Washington. Visit her online at NinaLaden.com.

Melissa Castrillon studied at the Cambridge School of Art where she earned a first class honors degree in illustration and a master's degree in children's book illustration. She is the illustrator of If I Had a Little Dream by Nina Laden. She is also the author-illustrator of The Balcony, which received the Society of Illustrators Gold Medal. Her book Dear Little One, by Nina Laden, was a School Library Journal best picture book of the year. Her books have been published all over the world. She lives in Cambridge, England, with her husband.