A 2022 Caldecott Honor Book
Have You Ever Seen a Flower? is a beautiful exploration of
perception, the environment, and humanity.
This enchanting picture book explores the relationship between childhood
and nature. In this simple yet profound story, one child experiences a
flower with all five senses--from its color to its fragrance to the
entire universe it evokes--revealing how a single flower can expand
one's perspective in incredible ways.
CELEBRATION OF NATURE: Full of bright, stunning illustrations, Have You
Ever Seen a Flower? reminds readers of all ages to appreciate the
beauty of the world.
INCREDIBLE TALENT: Have You Ever Seen a Flower? is the authorial debut
of award-winning illustrator Shawn Harris. His previous illustrated
books have garnered multiple awards and starred reviews, including Her
Right Foot and What Can a Citizen Do (both by Dave Eggers),
Everyone's Awake by Colin Meloy, and A Polar Bear in the Snow by Mac
Barnett.
CRITICS LOVE IT: This award-winning book has received praise from
numerous esteemed publications. Highlights include:
"[A] stunning tour de force."--The New York Times
"The pictures have a rich visual texture, vibrant color, and a naive
style, which together imply a child as ostensible artist. This effect is
well aligned with the playfully inquisitive text, with rhythm and
repetition akin to books by Margaret Wise Brown and Ruth Krauss. . . .
Have you ever seen a book quite like this? Not likely."--The Horn Book
Magazine
Perfect for:
- Parents and caregivers seeking a read-aloud with thought-provoking
questions
- Nature lovers
- Birthday, baby shower, or seasonal gift
- Fans of The Little Prince, The Giving Tree, Not a Box, and The
Very Hungry Caterpillar
