Return

Aaron Becker's "Return" is the breathtaking, wordless conclusion to his acclaimed trilogy, following a young girl who, feeling overlooked by her busy father, retreats into a fantastical world of castles, canals, and exotic creatures. This visually rich narrative explores themes of loneliness, imagination, and the profound need for family connection. As the girl embarks on her third adventure, a significant backstory unfolds, leading to an emotionally satisfying resolution that brings her back to her father with a renewed bond. Perfect for ages 4-11, this book encourages visual literacy and offers a gentle way to discuss feelings of neglect and the importance of communication within families.

Welcome the much-anticipated finale of Caldecott Honoree Aaron Becker’s wordless trilogy—a spectacular, emotionally satisfying story that brings its adventurer home. Failing to get the attention of her busy father, a lonely girl turns back to a fantastic world for friendship and adventure. It’s her third journey into the enticing realm of kings and emperors, castles and canals, exotic creatures and enchanting landscapes. This time, it will take something truly powerful to persuade her to return home, as a gripping backstory is revealed that will hold readers in its thrall. Caldecott Honor winner Aaron Becker delivers a suspenseful and moving climax to his wordless trilogy, an epic that began with the award-winning Journey and continued with the celebrated follow-up Quest.