Super Star Children's Book Review: Outside In

Welcome to the monthly children’s book review feature here at Bird Meets Worm! My team of reviewers—Joan Charles, Laurie L. Young—and I are thrilled to pieces to be celebrating an exciting variety of gorgeous children’s books across all genres that delight, challenge and intrigue! Here at Bird Meets Worm we believe the world is a better, happier, more empathetic place for you and me and everyone when we connect through the magic of storytelling. Look for a new review on the second Wednesday of every month.

OUTSIDE IN
Written by Deborah Underwood • Illustrated by Cindy Derby
Picture Book • 40 pages
HarperCollins • 2020
ISBN: 978-1-3288-6682-0

The irresistible call of Outside In rings clear and sweet as a bell in this thoughtfully written and illustrated picture book. Ever so gently, the text tugs at our consciousness, subtly reminding us that nature is always with us. The dreamy illustrations offer glimpses of sun and shadow, day and night, calm days and stormy days, splashes of color and hidden wildlife, all rendered in dreamy, impressionistic watercolors.

This is a truly beautiful book, perfect to read aloud at bed time. The illustrations complement the text perfectly, and are full of subtle surprises that will delight and enchant any child.

Told simply but with powerful emotion, Outside In reminds us of the importance of nature and the joy that is there for anyone who is willing to step outside to enjoy the treasures that await.

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Reviewed by: Joan Charles