Angel Face

This heartwarming picture book tells the story of a mother whose young son wanders away while picking blackberries. Her poetic description of her "angel face" son leads Old Crow on a search. Initially, the crow struggles to recognize the boy, who appears quite ordinary. However, upon witnessing the mother's boundless joy and relief when reunited with her child, Old Crow comes to understand that a mother's love transforms her child into the most beautiful being. Accompanied by sumptuous illustrations and a complimentary CD, this book is a tender celebration of unconditional love and the unique bond between a parent and child.

You would know it anyplace -- my angel's face... When a little boy wanders away while picking blackberries, his distraught mother enlists the help of Old Crow to find him. Her description of the child is so beautifully poetic that when the crow sees a child, who is as plain as a cricket, sleeping under a bush, he nearly flies on by. But on second thought, Old Crow decides to bring the child back rather than return empty-handed. As the mother joyfully wraps the boy in her arms, Old Crow realizes that every child is beloved and unique -- especially in his mother's eyes. Sumptuous illustrations by Caldecott winner David Diaz and a complimentary CD performed by singer/songwriter Sarah Weeks make this book a breathtaking and tender celebration of a mother's love.