The Friendship Wish - Hardcover

Kleven, Elisa

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0525423745 ISBN 13: 9780525423744

Publisher: Dutton Books for Young Readers, 2011

Synopsis

With the same whimsy and buoyancy that established her as a master of magical stories for children, Elisa Kleven tells, in her unique dreamlike style, the story of a shy dog named Joey. Joey is afraid to reach out and make friends, until a beautiful dream angel draws him out by showing that everyone has secret talents to share. Accompanied by shimmering, glorious artwork, it's a joyous, heartwarming story, told in a way that only Elisa Kleven can.

About this title

About the Author:

Collage artist Elisa Kleven (www.elisakleven.com) is the illustrator of numerous picture books, including Abuela and Sun Bread, a New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book. She lives in Berkeley, California.

Review:

"Kleven's collage illustrations in a cheery, mostly pastel palette
capture Farley's range of emotions and the spirited actions of all the creatures in this
gentle tale. Most dramatic is a nighttime scene that shows the starry sky full of the
dreamed angels of each of the new friends." -- Kirkus

"Kleven has created another story revealing the power of imagination. Children will enjoy the fantastical happenings." -- School Library Journal


"Kleven deftly interweaves fantastic and familiar elements, and kids will recognize how imagination, support, and shared activities can inspire fun and connection. The lively, lyrical prose is illustrated with colorful, intricate mixed-media artwork that includes droll details that invite close viewing. Enjoyable all around."  -- Booklist

About this edition

• Publisher: Dutton Books for Young Readers
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 0525423745
• ISBN 13: 9780525423744
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 32