Make Magic! Do Good! - by Dallas Clayton (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

"An uplifting read, a little wonder that speaks of the magic and good in everyone and the importance of following one's dreams." --School Library Journal

A boy with a beard tries to stay six forever. A monster who is frightful lives a million miles away, but is equally scared of you. A magic rope hangs from the sky, next to a sign saying Give me a try. In this brightly illustrated selection of playful, often provocative poems, ideas run the gamut from slowing your lightning-fast running in order to let others keep up to imagining a store that sells never-before-made colors to admitting you'll never know all the answers (and sleeping better at night for it). Dallas Clayton's quirky, captivating collection makes it clear that this talent, whose work has evoked comparisons to Maurice Sendak and Shel Silverstein, exudes a spirit and style all his own.

Review Quotes

Clayton succinctly delivers a number of behavioral tips looking to foster kindness, generosity, courage and spontaneity in the next generation.
--Kirkus Reviews

This is an uplifting read, a little wonder that speaks of the magic and good in everyone and the importance of following one's dreams.
--School Library Journal

The brilliant drawings are rendered with images that are playful and cartoon-like. This collection will bring laughter.
--Library Media Connection

Kids love poetry. The beat and flow of a rhyme is mesmerizing. A lot can be packed into a mere 15 lines--thoughts on friendship, reflections on life, or simply the silliness of a moose driving a caboose. Clayton penned this whimsical collection to send a message to children--take a chance, be silly, follow your dreams and welcome adventure.
--USA Today

Filled with silly, poignant prose as well as cheerful, bright illustrations, Make Magic! Do Good! is a great way to introduce poetry to little ones in a fun, smart way.
--About.com Parenting

Contains a joy that is hard to deny. Read this and watch the positive vibes flow.
--100 Scope Notes

Each of these poems overflow with joy and optimism.
--GeekDad (Wired.com)

About the Author

Called "the New Dr. Seuss," Dallas Clayton is known for his vivid use of colors, powerful themes, out-of-the-box-thinking and magical word play, Clayton has carved out quite a path for himself in a very short period on the book scene earning big name celebrity endorsements as well as multiple brand collaborations. Clayton makes his home in Los Angeles, but can be found touring the world relentlessly, reading to kids from preschool to college age, painting murals, playing music and spreading his message of the importance of following your dreams.