From My Window

By Otávio Júnior

Book Overview

★ "J nior, a writer who grew up in a favela in Rio de Janeiro, has created a loving tribute to his home....Digitized acrylic paintings by Starkoff are an artfully composed quilt of colors and activity; they combine the sweep of a grand mural with intimate, relatable moments of fun, joy, and resilience, and provide plenty for young readers to notice and appreciate" -- Publishers Weekly, starred review What do you see from your window? This picture book from Brazil offers a first-hand view of what children growing up in the favelas of Rio de Janiero see everyday. A vibrant and diverse celebration of urban community living, brought to life by unique, colorful illustrations that juxtapose brick buildings with lush jungle plants.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1782859780
• ISBN13: 9781782859789
• Release Date: March 2020
• Publisher: Barefoot Books
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 10.0" x 9.7"
• Age Range: 4 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Kindergarten to Grade 5