Yuyi Morales was born in Xalapa, Mexico, where she currently resides. She is a Caldecott Honoree and a repeated winner of the prestigious Pura Belpré Medal for Illustration, among other honors. Her titles include Dreamers (A New York Times bestseller), Niño Wrestles the World, Viva Frida, and Bright Star. She lived for many years in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she still maintains close connections.

Morales's powerful mixed-media illustrations combine elements of Mexican folklore, photography, painting, embroidery and collage to create an atmosphere of layered colors and textures that feels both grounded and magical.
--The New York Times

Multimedia illustrations both playful and serious depict a lush natural world, showcasing animals and plants alongside the children throughout an engaging, emotionally-secure-feeling telling that offers a powerful message.
--Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Morales wistfully invites readers to consider their relationship with nature, encouraging self-reflection and creativity in equal measure.
--Kirkus Reviews

An encouraging eco-fable, a passionate entreaty to embrace individuality, a psalm to the spirit of community, and more, the book is accompanied by marvelous mixed-media illustrations of unusual proportions and intriguing detail. . . . An incredibly creative commentary, sure to expand and inspire young minds.
--Booklist

A dreamy yet powerful tale. . . .sparks creativity and inspiration on every page. A great choice for an Earth Day story time, this book is applicable all year round. Readers will enjoy the colorful illustrations and strong message Morales ­delivers.
--School Library Journal

Publisher: Bound to Stay Bound Books

Pub date: 2025-09-02

Length: 39 pages