And So It Goes

PreS-Gr 2—Translated from Spanish, this charmingly illustrated picture book tackles the very difficult topic of life and death and the mysteries that are so often associated with them. The text uses very vague terms, offers no set explanations, and simply posits that some beings and things come into our lives, others leave, and it's not clear where they go or from where they came but those of us left either celebrate or mourn as the situation dictates. "It's a mystery where they come from and where they're headed. Those of us here are just here. And so we'd best enjoy ourselves." The whimsical artwork—done in watercolor, pencil, ink, and Photoshop—uses geometric shapes to form animals and humans alike, with bright colors and varied patterns. Because of the amorphous nature of the meaning and prose, this title is best shared one-on-one.