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What Is Love?
What Is Love? | Mac Barnett
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A beautiful fable about the nature of love, from beloved, award-winning picture book creators Mac Barnett and Carson Ellis. "What is love?" a young boy asks. "I can't answer that," his grandmother says, and so the boy goes out into the world to find out. But while each person he meets—the fisherman, the actor, and others—has an answer to his question, not one seems quite right. Could love really be a fish, or applause, or the night? Or could it actually be something much closer to home? This tender, funny tale is an original take on the "I love you" story, a picture book treasure for all ages to read and cherish. A CLASSIC LOVE STORY: A wonderful narrative voice and spectacular pictures give this book the feel of a modern classic. Fans of The Runaway Bunny, Guess How Much I Love You, and Love You Forever will adore this book. A BOOK THAT KIDS AS WELL AS PARENTS WILL ENJOY: Many books about the love between parents and children are told from an adult's point of view. This book begins from the child's perspective, and it's funny and unexpected in ways that children can relate to, while being thoughtful in ways that adults will appreciate. Like all great children's books, this book can be understood on many levels. A BOOK ABOUT FINDING YOURSELF: The boy's journey takes him to many different people, whose descriptions of what love means to them is very much about how they see themselves and their lives. A GREAT READ-ALOUD: The engaging text is full of surprises and the distinctive voice of the narrator invites audiences to respond. STAR TALENT: Mac Barnett is a New York Times bestselling author and a beloved figure on the school speaking circuit. Carson Ellis is a Caldecott Honor–winner and illustrator of some of the most interesting and beautiful children's books published today. They're an incredible creative duo and long-time friends, working together for the first time on this book. Perfect for: • Mac Barnett fans • Carson Ellis Fans • Parents and grandparents • Educators • Librarians
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merkerk4
What Is Love? | Mac Barnett

“The farmer told me love is a seed.
The soldier told me love is a blade.
But the cart driver said, 'No, it's a donkey.'“

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merkerk4
What Is Love? | Mac Barnett

This is a great book to teach children to be grateful for what they have. They can be grateful to have a house, have food, or have lots of family members. It also teaches children to see from multiple perspectives. Love is something different for everyone.

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merkerk4
What Is Love? | Mac Barnett
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“What Is Love?“ written by Mac Barnett, published in 2021. This book is about a boy who is curious and asks his grandmother what is love. She tells him that she cannot answer that and he must go out into the world to find the answer. Every person he asks, replies that love is something they have or related to their occupation. He disagrees with all of them. Finally he goes home and learns that love is what he has, and love is his grandmother.

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mandarchy
What Is Love? | Mac Barnett
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An #everybody book that would make a sweet wedding gift or Valentine or anniversary card. I don't think I've ever read a more romantic picture book. The image is the #underthedustcover surprise.

mandarchy I had to research the song. It's a traditional Scottish parting song popularly sung before Burn's Auld Lang Syne (Wiki). You would be offered a final cup to fortify you for your trip, once upon your horse. I need to read this book again! What's the connection? 2y
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