Country Passions

Employing sweet humor and sensory detail, Barnett (What Is Love?) and Berube (Second Banana) convey the unexpected beauty of a school performance. . . in a breathlessly kinetic, wordless sequence, spreads show John turning, leaping, and landing, light as a feather. . . The story&#8217;s collective, omniscient voice and graceful illustrations, wonderfully reminiscent of The Philharmonic Gets Dressed, portray a community that stays open and curious&#8212;and a child who shares their effort with brave vulnerability. &#8212;Publishers Weekly (starred review)Barnett and Berube offer a sensitive story about a boy grappling with stage fright and insecurity. . . . Barnett and Berube bring mastery of craft as well as an understanding of human nature to offer a fresh take on a familiar trope. &#8212;The Horn Book (starred review)Berube&#8217;s warmly colored illustrations capture how John&#8217;s apprehension turns to confidence and even elation as he dances; his facial expressions and body language are spot-on. Much of this perfectly paced book is devoted to John&#8217;s performance, including five elegantly and economically composed, almost wordless spreads. . . . John faces down his fear to share his gift with determination, beauty and a style that is all his own. A true gift, indeed.&#8212;BookPage (starred review)The quiet text tells the story simply, though during the lively, eight-page dance sequence featuring images of John in motion, two words suffice: 'He danced.' Berube&#8217;s sensitive drawings, created with ink and paint, capture the look and ambiance of the elementary-school setting as well as John&#8217;s emotions. A respectful, wonderfully childlike introduction to ballet. &#8212;BooklistBerube&#8217;s simple ink-and-paint illustrations have minimal background details, allowing readers to focus squarely on John and his emotions. It is truly wonderful to see a boy character in a children&#8217;s book so enthusiastic about, and accomplished at, ballet. Any child, though, who has a talent to share or struggles with performance anxiety will find a role model in John. . . . A lovely, empowering book about having the courage to express one&#8217;s individuality. &#8212;Kirkus ReviewsDappled textures and simple lines of the ink and watercolor art play well with perspective. . . Viewers who struggle with stage fright and embracing their hobbies may gain some confidence from John&#8217;s journey and the book&#8217;s welcoming, inclusive tone.  &#8212;The Bulletin of the Center for Children's BooksThis wonderful children&#8217;s book is filled with tender illustrations and a lovely story about a boy who is waiting for his turn at Friday Assembly where they have a &#8220;Sharing Gifts&#8221; portion. I just loved this book, especially the ending.&#8212;Book Riot

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