Jackie's Drawing - A Poetic Picture Book about Nature, Resilience & Creativity Kids Books Ages 6-8 Earth Day & Classroom Read-Aloud - (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Can art help the world heal? Jackie believes it can.

In a city covered by a dusty haze, Jackie stays indoors, missing the wild places she once explored. She draws animals from her window--until the days grow long and her hope fades. But when a dolphin leaps from the canal below, something stirs inside her... and nature begins to return.

Jackie's Drawing is a poetic, hopeful fable about the power of creativity, the resilience of nature, and the light that art can bring in dark times. Beautifully illustrated and rich in emotional depth, this picture book inspires children to express themselves and care for the world around them.

Themes: Environmental awareness, creative expression, emotional growth
Use for: Earth Day, classroom SEL, art lessons, bedtime with a message

1. A Story of Nature & Resilience: Jackie finds hope in drawing as nature reclaims the city in this inspiring environmental tale.

2. Encourages Creativity Through Art: Perfect for budding artists, this poetic book shows how imagination helps us cope and heal:

3. Supports Emotional & Climate Conversations: A gentle way to talk about climate change, feelings, and finding beauty during hard times.

4. Ideal for Earth Day & Classrooms: A thoughtful read-aloud for Earth Day, art lessons, or discussions on nature and hope.

5. Painterly Illustrations Kids Will Love: Soft, dreamlike visuals make this story a beautiful keepsake and source of inspiration.

Review Quotes

A celebration of the power of imagination and the resilience of nature, Jackie's Drawing suggests that we might respond with hope--instead of withdrawal--even in the darkest of times. With Katz's gorgeous, poetic text and Luzano's golden-hued illustrations, this is a read-aloud that will get kids wondering, and asking big questions.

- Andrea Curtis, author of Loop De Loop

Andrew Katz and Tony Luzano combine reality and whimsy to delightfully demonstrate the power of nature and art-making to heal a sore heart, whatever the cause.

- Kathy Stinson, author of Red is Best

Andrew Katz has crafted a beautiful story that will help give hope to kids who are going through any difficult seasons, and Tony Luzano's illustrations give emotional depth to the story. Highly recommended.

- Yewande Daniel-Ayoade, author of The Little Regent

Charming and vibrant, Jackie's Drawing is an environmental tale that celebrates nature's ability to flourish and to inspire us to do the same. From the talented creative duo that brought you I Just Want to Be Super!

- Karen Krossing, author of My Street Remembers

Lovely imagery pairs with bright, whimsical illustrations in this beautiful picture book about the power of art, imagination, and nature. Jackie's Drawing reminds readers to always look for the magic in the world, even in the darkest moments.

- Deborah Kerbel, author of No Huddles for Heloise

The story, which has the feel of a modern-day fairy tale, features themes of nature, art, creativity and loss. The lyrical language pairs beautifully with the whimsical illustrations.

- Alison McGauley, author of Kenzie's Little Tree

This is a story about how art and creativity can get us through tough times, and about the impacts of solitude on children (and families) and how, often, the best company we can keep is our own creative mind. The illustrations are lively and full of colour and movement, showing us Jackie's connection to the natural world and those creatures that she has missed. A fun read for kids and their adults.

- Sandra Dumais, author-illustrator of Farm Crimes

About the Author

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