Fireworks
By Matthew Burgess, Cátia Chien
Price: $19.99
About the Book
*Seven Starred Reviews * A New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Book of the Year * The Society of Illustrators Gold Medal Winner * Kirkus’ Best Books of the Year * Booklist’s Editors’ Choice Picks of the Year * School Library Journal’s Best Books of the Year * Publishers Weekly Best Books of the Year * The New York Public Library’s Best Books of the Year * Chicago Public Library Best of the Year * NPR’s Best of the Year Roundup*
Fireworks is a sparkling picture book from the award-winning team of Matthew Burgess and Cátia Chien, highlighting the simple delights of a steamy July day in the city as two siblings eagerly anticipate a spectacular fireworks display.
POP!
As a hot day sizzles into evening, everyone on stoops and sidewalks looks skyward on this special summer night—the Fourth of July! Words and art blossom into flowers of fire across the sky, making this a perfect read for firework enthusiasts in cities and suburbs everywhere.
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Reviews
★ “In this joyous seasonal idyll, the creators capture with onomatopoeic eloquence the day’s sensations, with plenty of time to savor sounds, sights, and ‘summer on our skin.’” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)
★ ”This is an immersive tribute to the unique pleasures of an urban Fourth of July and a radiant celebration of all things summer.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
★ “It’s a joyful celebration of simply being alive and experiencing the world in the guileless way children do. Electric, affectionate, and enchanting.” — Booklist (starred review)
★ “Brimming with rich sensory details, Burgess’ poetic verses combine with Chien’s marvelous mixed-media artwork to celebrate the exuberant, magical moments of summertime.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review)
★ “An immersive celebration of summer and siblinghood.” — Horn Book (starred review)
★ “Imaginative and radiant. This joyful title will capture young readers and win the hearts of all ages.” — School Library Journal (starred review)
“This is without a doubt my favorite firework-related summertime picture book ever. Beautiful, weirdly touching, and utterly original.” — Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production (SLJ blog)
About the Book
*Seven Starred Reviews * A New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Book of the Year * The Society of Illustrators Gold Medal Winner * Kirkus’ Best Books of the Year * Booklist’s Editors’ Choice Picks of the Year * School Library Journal’s Best Books of the Year * Publishers Weekly Best Books of the Year * The New York Public Library’s Best Books of the Year * Chicago Public Library Best of the Year * NPR’s Best of the Year Roundup*
Fireworks is a sparkling picture book from the award-winning team of Matthew Burgess and Cátia Chien, highlighting the simple delights of a steamy July day in the city as two siblings eagerly anticipate a spectacular fireworks display.
POP!
As a hot day sizzles into evening, everyone on stoops and sidewalks looks skyward on this special summer night—the Fourth of July! Words and art blossom into flowers of fire across the sky, making this a perfect read for firework enthusiasts in cities and suburbs everywhere.
Product Details
Reviews
★ “In this joyous seasonal idyll, the creators capture with onomatopoeic eloquence the day’s sensations, with plenty of time to savor sounds, sights, and ‘summer on our skin.’” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)
★ ”This is an immersive tribute to the unique pleasures of an urban Fourth of July and a radiant celebration of all things summer.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
★ “It’s a joyful celebration of simply being alive and experiencing the world in the guileless way children do. Electric, affectionate, and enchanting.” — Booklist (starred review)
★ “Brimming with rich sensory details, Burgess’ poetic verses combine with Chien’s marvelous mixed-media artwork to celebrate the exuberant, magical moments of summertime.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review)
★ “An immersive celebration of summer and siblinghood.” — Horn Book (starred review)
★ “Imaginative and radiant. This joyful title will capture young readers and win the hearts of all ages.” — School Library Journal (starred review)
“This is without a doubt my favorite firework-related summertime picture book ever. Beautiful, weirdly touching, and utterly original.” — Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production (SLJ blog)
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