Awe!

By Chana Stiefel, Illustrated By Susan Gal

Hardcover

ISBN: 9781546150350 Pages: 48 Ages: 4-8 Dimensions: 11 x 10

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About this book

Introducing A. W. E., an
Awesome
Wondrous
Empowering
emotion!

When chills travel down your spine,
and sudden tears surprise your eyes.
When your heart exclaims, “Ooh! Ahh! Whoaaa!”
That’s when you know
you’ve found AWE.

This breathtaking journey will take you to the Grand Canyon and the deepest reaches of the sea. It will invite you to share moments of giving and to feel the joy of family and community. It will lift you to the highest heights and make your spirit soar.

Experiencing awe has been scientifically proven to spark wonder, improve thinking, and open us up to new ideas. For children living through these turbulent times, Awe! is the perfect book to foster positivity, comfort, joy, and empowerment.

Reviews

★ "Countless picture books teach children to identify and explore feelings; this title stands out for its focus on one that few other stories have considered: awe. Stiefel provides a vivid, child-friendly explanation of the titular word..." ― Kirkus Reviews

Distinctions for The Tower of Life:

Sydney Taylor Book Award (Gold Medal for Picture Books)

Robert F. Sibert Honor Book (Silver Medal Picture Book)

Russell Freedman Award Winner for Nonfiction for a Better World (Inaugural Award)

An ALSC Notable Book

Junior Library Guild Gold Standard

2023 ALA Rise: A Feminist Book List

School Library Journal Best Book

Booklist Editors’ Choice for Books for Youth List 2022

School Library Journal (starred review)

Booklist (starred review)

The Horn Book (starred review)