A Pura Belpré Illustrator Honor Book Winner of the Tomás Rivera Mexican Children’s Book Award
The book Bright Star shares a story of courage, growth, and self-discovery through vivid illustration and simple language. Created by Yuyi Morales, it follows a young fawn moving through a landscape that is both challenging and full of possibility. A gentle voice encourages resilience and curiosity along the way. The story invites readers to reflect on their place in the world.
The Bright Star Book combines artwork created with painting, embroidery, and digital techniques inspired by the Sonoran Desert. The imagery highlights plants, animals, and people connected to this environment. The narrative offers themes of reassurance, identity, and hope in uncertain times. It works well for children, families, or anyone drawn to illustrated storytelling.
ISBN-13: 978-0-823443-28-4
Genre: Fiction
Format: Hardcover
Trim: 10 1/4" x 10 1/4"
Page count: 40 pages
Published by Neal Porter Books in 2021
Written and illustrated by Yuyi Morales
Audience: Children 4-8 years (AD330L)
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