Lala's Words: A Story of Planting Kindness

Lala’s Words: A Story of Planting Kindness by Gracey Zhang

Release: July 6, 2021
Format: Hardcover, eBook
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Source: Rockstar Book Tours
Find it at: Goodreads, Amazon, Kindle, B&N, iBooks, Kobo, TBD, Bookshop.org

From debut author-illustrator Gracey Zhang comes a timeless and timely picture book that celebrates the unassuming power of kind words.

Oh, there goes Lala! She carries a pot of water around the corner, down the block, and over the fence, to a patch of dirt and concrete where tiny weeds sprout. “Hello, hello, friends!” she whispers. Lala waters the plants every day, but it is her kind words that make them sway and nod.

Lala’s wild nature and quiet compassion enchant in this evergreen story about the power of kind words and the magic of being loved for who you are.

About the Author:

Gracey Zhang is an illustrator and animator with a love of storytelling and verse. She was born and raised in Vancouver, Canada, and received her degree in Illustration from RISD.

She is now based in Brooklyn, New York, where she can be found window watching from the train when she’s not scribbling away at her desk. Lala’s Words is her first picture book. You can visit her at graceyzhang.com.

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Lala’s Words: A Story of Planting Kindness Review:

“Lala’s Words: A Story of Planting Kindness” is an adorable children’s fiction book that depicts love, hope, and kindness and was a sweet book to read.

Firstly, kudos to the author for writing and illustrating the book. Considering that this is the author’s debut picture book, I thought she executed it wonderfully. The story is simple yet charming because a reader of any age would relate to it. There is a bit of Lala inside all of us, waiting to burst free and explore the world. Although targeted for children, even adults reading the story would connect with the tale because it gives us hope. It is never too late to chase after your dreams and do what makes you happy.

Lala is a sweet girl who loves her plants and weeds. However, her mother stops her from going outside as she keeps getting dirty. The author gets creative with the storyline as we discover what happens when Lala cannot leave the house. Although the story emphasis a love for nature and plants, I feel anyone would enjoy the story even if they are not a nature enthusiast.

Moreover, I loved the illustrations. The images are simple yet effective because of the beautiful contrasting colors the author uses. The backdrop is entirely grey to emphasize how dull the world can become when we don’t have any fun. Lala and her loved ones are the only characters in color, and I loved how the author depicted this in the book.

Overall, I adored “Lala’s Words: A Story of Planting Kindness” and hope the author continues to write many more such picture books, as she has a beautiful talent for them.

Giveaway Details:

3 winners will receive a finished copy of LALA’S WORDS, US Only.

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