Boy

"Boy couldn't hear, but he was happy. He spoke with dancing hands and he drew pictures for people in the sand. His parents loved his stories... but the villagers didn't understand." 

Boy, by Phil Cummings and Shane Devries, is a beautiful story for many reasons. It tells the story of a feuding king and dragon, and a little boy who helps them see (or perhaps hear) past their differences. The story may be simple, but the message runs deep. In a society where it seems we are so often more interested in being right than being heard, we all need to stop and pay attention to the child who simply wants to understand, "why are you fighting?" And then take the time to talk it out. 

The illustrations in this sweet picture book are crisp and powerful; everything about the book is thoughtful and filled with meaning. I'm a big fan of books where the illustrations tell the story as much as the text, because it means kiddos who don't yet read can still find meaning in the story. 

It's that book where something as simple as dancing hands helps us understand each other a little better.

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Book benefits:

• Story speaks to hearing impairment without presenting it as a problem - in fact, it's what saves the day
• Illustrations will engage the readers as much as the powerful story
• Message is one that adults need as much as children :) 
• Hardcover binding makes for a sturdy read to enjoy over and over

Buy Boy here! ($12.99, hardcover)

Here's a preview!