Creatrilogy 3 Books Collection Set by Peter H. Reynolds - The Dot, Sky Color & Ish - Ages 5-9 - Paperback

Titles in This Set

The Dot
Sky Color
Ish

Details

Condition: New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789124375133
Publisher: Walker Books / Candlewick Press
Age Range: 5-9 years

Overview

The Creatrilogy 3 Books Collection Set brings together Peter H. Reynolds' three best-loved picture books about creativity and self-expression: The Dot, Sky Color and Ish. Each brand-new paperback tells a gentle, funny, beautifully illustrated story that encourages young readers to trust their own imagination. Loved by parents, teachers and children alike, this trio has become a modern classroom staple, inspiring International Dot Day celebrations in schools across the world. A perfect gift set for budding artists aged 5 to 9.

About the Books

The Dot follows Vashti, a girl convinced she "can't draw," whose teacher gently challenges her to just make a mark on the page. That single dot becomes the start of an unexpected artistic awakening, as Vashti signs her work, sees it framed, and is inspired to create more elaborate pieces before passing her new-found confidence on to another doubting classmate. Sky Color introduces Marisol, an enthusiastic young painter tasked with helping create a mural for her school library. When she realises she has no blue paint for the sky, Marisol learns to look beyond the obvious and trust her imagination, discovering that skies can be every colour she dreams up. Ish completes the trilogy with Ramon, a boy who loves to draw until an offhand comment from his older brother knocks his confidence. It takes his little sister's fresh perspective to show him that thinking "ishly" - loosely, playfully, without worrying about perfection - can be far more rewarding than getting things exactly right. Together, the three stories form a warm celebration of imagination and self-expression that has earned multiple awards and starred reviews since The Dot was first published in 2003. They are widely used in classrooms to spark discussions about growth mindset, creativity and kindness.

• Three award-winning picture books in one great-value set
• Encourages creativity, confidence and a growth mindset in young readers
• Short, engaging stories ideal for bedtime reading or classroom use
• Charming watercolour and ink illustrations throughout
• Perfect gift for budding artists, teachers and creative children
• Brand-new paperback copies, ready to enjoy again and again

About the Author

Peter H. Reynolds is an author-illustrator best known for The Dot, Ish and Sky Color, and for illustrating Megan McDonald's bestselling Judy Moody and Stink series. Born in Canada and now based in Dedham, Massachusetts, he is president and creative director of the children's media company FableVision. Reynolds' work champions creativity, empathy and self-belief in children, and his book The Dot inspired the global International Dot Day movement, now celebrated in classrooms worldwide every September.

Why You'll Love This Set

Three heart-warming, beautifully illustrated stories in one collection, celebrating creativity and confidence for young readers. A brilliant introduction to Peter H. Reynolds' much-loved picture books - ideal for gifting, bedtime reading or the classroom bookshelf.

Please Note: Books will be dispatched with the UK ISBN / UK edition cover as shown in the listing images.