Description
Description
A young girl takes a walk in the forest with her grandfather and observes the animals, plants, growth, and marks of the seasons--a walk that parallels the journey her family took to put down roots and that shaped her life. Reflecting on the present, she looks to the future and the ways that she, too, will offer strength and support to generations that follow.
Jashar Awan's spare, lyrical text is given magnificent expression in Rahele Jomepour Bell's stunning images of nature. Where I Grew is a nuanced and lovely picture book that honors the sacrifices and strengths of people who journey to new lands and to the beautiful and enduring homes that they create.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
Awan's clear, unfussy first-person lines and Jomepour Bell's bold, translucent illustrations add layers to an expansively imagined portrait of building community and putting down roots.-- "Publishers Weekly"
Awan's light, heartfelt prose and Jomepour Bell's mixed media artwork, with intertwining themes of protecting natural landscapes and honoring those who came before us, will resonate with readers from all walks of life.-- "The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"
With spare but lyrical text, Awan's story celebrates a forest's transformation and that of a family over generations. Jomepour Bell's careful illustrations reveal the passage of time: what has changed (a single fox seen earlier eventually is depicted with two kits, a butterfly emerges from its chrysalis) and what remains: home and the vibrancy of the forest. The bright visual details reinforce the themes of belonging and time and reward attentive reading. A lovely, meditative reflection.-- "Kirkus Reviews"
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Norton Young Readers
Pub date:
2026-03-24
Length:
48 pages
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