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32 pp.
| HarperCollins |
May, 2001 |
TradeISBN 0-06-023730-9$$14.95
|
LibraryISBN 0-06-023731-7$$14.89
(4)
K-3
Illustrated by
Salley Mavor.
A little girl describes her day, focusing on one particular object or idea that is the "heart" of each segment. While the concept sometimes feels forced, the satisfying conclusion neatly summarizes the day's highlights. The illustrations, remarkably detailed three-dimensional collages composed of fabrics and found objects and enhanced with needlework, invite careful scrutiny.