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Because

by Mo Willems

Book Details

Publisher:Hyperion Books for Children
Published:2019-03-05
Pages:218
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Mo Willems, a number one New York Times best-selling author and illustrator, composes a powerful symphony of chance, discovery, persistence, and magic in this moving tale of a young girl's journey to center stage. Illustrator Amber Ren brings Willems' music to life, conducting a stunning picture-book debut.

Our Review

This lyrical picture book explores the powerful chain of events that leads a young girl to discover her life's passion in music. When a chance childhood encounter with an orchestra performance sparks something deep within her, we witness how small moments can create seismic shifts in a person's destiny. Amber Ren's luminous illustrations capture both the grandeur of concert halls and the intimate magic of musical discovery, creating a visual symphony that perfectly complements Willems' poetic storytelling about artistic inspiration.

What makes this narrative so compelling is its honest portrayal of the journey between inspiration and achievement—acknowledging both the wonder of discovery and the persistence required to master an art form. Young readers who have ever felt captivated by something beautiful will recognize themselves in this character's transformative path from audience member to performer. The book ultimately serves as a touching reminder that every great achievement begins with someone, somewhere, opening a door for us.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction