A Children’s Book Council Hot Off the Press Selection, August 2024! “A sunny look at living life with intention... Stresses the importance of making space not only for the momentary encounters in life but also for the emotions involved. Tanco’s pen illustrations are delicate and textured... A reminder to embrace the smaller moments in life with purpose.”
Kirkus Reviews

Short, evocative lines of text accompanied by loosely sketched, lively drawings remind readers to make space in their lives for many different experiences and explorations... Some experiences are more emotional, like saying goodbye to a pet who dies or a friend who leaves. Fun is part of life, too, demonstrated by pillow fights, beach trips, and campouts. The illustrations are sometimes surprising in a creative way, such as when 'scribbling' is done with ice skates rather than a pencil. Whether these children are on the go, pausing to focus intently, or simply stopping to breathe, they invite others to observe, act, and grow.
Booklist

“Beautifully simple yet moving text demonstrates the purpose that people put into things every day, such as holding a hand, letting go, planting a flower, then watching it grow… The art style is similar to Peter H. Reynolds’s work… Children and adults will find the story charming, yet emotion-evoking as everything is relevant to real-life events. This quick read will certainly be a favorite, as it serves as a reminder that the little things in life with friends inform our best memories. VERDICT: Guaranteed to be loved by all readers, this book is a valuable purchase for the SEL or general children’s section. Recommended.”
School Library Journal

Together with Miguel Tanco’s energetic, loose-lined illustrations and warm lemon-yellow palette, Paola Quintavalle’s sparse text in Making Space leaves copious room for connecting the book’s short vignettes to its evocative title... Tanco’s sunny tableaux primarily feature small children playing outside and exploring the natural world, without any cell phones or screens in view. He depicts heightened emotions and lots of lively joy... This is a book to make space for.
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