Ish

"Ish" tells the story of Ramon, a boy who finds immense joy in drawing until a critical comment from his older brother, Leon, shatters his confidence. Ramon begins to struggle, feeling his drawings are never 'right.' It is his younger sister, Marisol, who helps him shift his perspective. She shows him that art, and life, can be 'ish' a little bit like something, but not exactly, and still be beautiful and meaningful. This book is a gentle exploration of perfectionism, self-doubt, and the liberating power of creative expression. It's perfect for children aged 4-11, offering a valuable lesson in embracing imperfections and finding joy in the process rather than just the outcome.

"Ish . . . encourages readers to see the world anew." --School Library Journal (starred review) Ramon loved to draw. Anytime. Anything. Anywhere. Drawing is what Ramon does. It's what makes him happy. But in one split second, all that changes. A single reckless remark by Ramon's older brother, Leon, turns Ramon's carefree sketches into joyless struggles. Luckily for Ramon, though, his little sister, Marisol, sees the world differently. She opens his eyes to something a lot more valuable than getting things just "right." Combining the spareness of fable with the potency of parable, Peter H. Reynolds shines a bright beam of light on the need to kindle and tend our creative flames with care.