Ish

    Ish

    by Peter H. Reynolds

    Ages 4-82004
    Picture Book

    A young boy named Ramon loves to draw until his older brother laughs at one of his pictures, causing Ramon to lose confidence in his artistic abilities. When his younger sister Marisol shows him that his drawings don't need to be perfect to be wonderful, Ramon discovers the joy of creating art that is 'tree-ish' or 'vase-ish' rather than exact replications. This heartwarming story celebrates creativity, artistic expression, and the importance of encouragement over criticism, showing how art can be about feeling and expression rather than technical perfection.

    2004Published
    Genres: Picture Book, Art, Self-Esteem, Creativity

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    Family, Friendship & Community
    Frequent
    Diversity & Cultural Representation
    Minimal
    Fantasy or Symbolic Storytelling
    None
    Gender Identity Topics
    None
    Romantic or Mature Themes
    None
    Sexual Orientation Topics
    None
    Social or Historical Topics
    None

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