"A sweet example of how to be a kind and supportive presence in the life of a struggling friend."--Kirkus Reviews Everyone likes David, the boy with flowers in his hair. He's sweet and gentle, just like his colorful petals. David and his best friend have a great time together, finding the good puddles, making up songs, and running away from the bees. But one day David comes to school wearing a hat, and he is quiet. When he takes off the hat, his bright petals flutter down like butterflies. Now, where his flowers were looks twiggy and prickly, causing the other children to stay away. But David's best friend has an idea--a way to help David get his color back, wielding paintbrushes and plenty of love. Sensitively told and simply illustrated, Jarvis's story invites even the youngest children to talk about difficult subjects in an age-appropriate way--and feel inspired to support others when they face trying times.
Sobre o autor(a)
Jarvis
JARVIS estudou design gráfico e trabalhou como designer de capas de discos e diretor de animação antes de se tornar autor e ilustrador de livros infantis. Sobre a inspiração para seus livros, ele diz: “A maneira como trabalho é sempre visual. Tenho uma imagem ou personagem em mente e tiro uma história dela. Rabisco, rabisco e rabisco até acertar.” Mora em Manchester, numa parte muito arborizada e tranquila do norte da Inglaterra, com sua namorada e seu gato, que costuma rasgar essas ideias em pedacinhos. |