Ish

A boy who loves to draw anytime, anything, anywhere loses his confidence after one careless comment from his older brother — until his little sister shows him a different way to see his own work.

For the kid who erases and restarts ten times because it doesn't look right — this book gently argues that ish is plenty good enough.

• Big idea: Loving what you make matters more than getting it exactly right.
• Vibes: Quiet, tender, and hopeful, with a lightness that matches its message.

• are working on handling criticism without giving up
• tend to be perfectionists about their own drawings or work
• enjoy quiet stories with a gentle message
• respond well to seeing a problem solved by a sibling's kindness

• Feelings & empathy: How do you think Ramon felt when Leon made that comment about his drawing?
• Story & problem-solving: What did Marisol see in Ramon's drawings that he couldn't see anymore?
• Real-life connection: Has anyone ever said something that made you not want to keep trying at something you loved?
• Imagination: What does it mean to draw something 'ish' instead of trying to make it perfect?
• Feelings & empathy: Why do you think one careless remark can change how someone feels about something they love?