PICTURE BOOKS

You Make the World

by Muon Thi Van (text) & illus. by Huynh Kim Lien & Phung Nguyen Quang
Scholastic/Orchard. May 2025. 32p. Tr $18.99. ISBN 9781338822045. PreS-Gr 3
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PreS-Gr 3–A beautifully tender story told in a lyrical voice that captures the impact of a child’s actions, large and small, on the world around them. Through a father’s loving words, young readers are gently reminded that kindness, joy, and even sadness leave lasting imprints. The poetic text, with its gentle rhythm and occasional rhymes, is complemented beautifully by the digital and pencil illustrations, which are whimsical and imaginative, fitting the message of each page perfectly. This book is more than just a story; it is an invitation to reflect on the impact we leave as we move through the world.
VERDICT A perfect addition to any public or school library.
Reviewed by Jessica Clark , May 29, 2025

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