Wonder Why

Hardcover Synopsis Enchanting and educational, this picture book takes the young reader through the arc of the day and answers the question “Why?” in beautiful verse that begs to be read aloud.  Giant sky, brightest blue, like an artist painted you. How I wonder, wonder why, why are you so blue, big sky? Have you ever wondered why the sky is blue or why thunder crackles in the night? Wonder Why takes the curious young reader through the arc of a day--from blue skies to rain and thunder, a rainbow, and finally nighttime. Each stanza poses a “wonder why” question that is answered simply and accurately in a beautiful verse. The story begs for reading aloud and repeated readings. The pitch-perfect rhyming text from author Lisa Varchol Perron and the stunning illustrations from rising star Nik Henderson combine in an incredible work that is sure to get both critical and popular acclaim. Young readers will be encouraged to be curious about the natural world around them . . . and to ask “Why?