COLÓN, RAÚL
An ALA Notable Book
A New York Public Library Best Book for Kids
A Bookpage Best Book
"This fine book provides not only exposure to art...but also an example of a boy-a boy of color, a boy in America-with a passion for fine art." -The New York Times
"The prosaic world of the city boy we meet...is transformed into a realm of wonder not by a quirk of quantum physics but by exposure to fine art." -The Wall Street Journal
"A joyful, wordless exploration of artistic discovery." -Shelf Awareness (starred review)
"Colon's latest again challenges readers to discover inspiration through ingenious means...beautifully euphoric." -Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
"Captures the drama of a personal artistic experience and the lasting impact it can have...compelling...an irresistible invitation to creativity." -School Library Journal (starred review)
"A delightful wordless tribute to the arts with a magical touch." -Booklist (starred review)
"Colon's vibrant scenes make it clear that visiting works of art can breathe magic into the everyday and inspire further creativity afterward." -Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Six starred reviews for New York Times bestselling artist Raul Colon's wordless picture book about a visit to the museum and the power of art and imagination, which "hums with and jubilation" (The Horn Book, starred review).
After passing a city museum many times, a boy finally decides to go in. He passes wall after wall of artwork until he sees a painting that makes him stop and ponder. Before long the painting comes to life and an afternoon of adventure and discovery unfolds, changing how he sees the world ever after.
