Sami loves to paint the world around him, for to him, it is filled with beautiful and inspiring things—like the ding-dong of the ice cream truck at the end of the street, the warmth of the autumn sun on his face, and the hard work of a mother robin building her nest. Whenever Sami sees something he loves, he is overcome by a rush of emotions that flutter like a butterfly into his mind, then his heart, and finally into his brushes, pouring onto the paper as a whirlwind of colors.
Sami loves painting these feelings, but he becomes frustrated when no one at school or even at home understands his artwork. Although this doesn't stop him from painting what he feels, he loses the desire to show his work to others. That is, until the day he meets his new neighbor, Salma. Sami is surprised by her deep admiration for his drawings and her ability to understand the emotions hidden within them. Only then does Sami realize he has finally found a kind soul who truly understands him and what he wishes to convey through his art.
This gentle story, brimming with art and emotion, reminds us that there is no single "correct" way to do things. It shows that as human beings, we always long for understanding and appreciation, even when our methods of expression differ. Through a little empathy and patience, we can learn to understand and value one another. Celebrating the vast world of art, this story serves as an open invitation for both children and adults to express themselves in their own unique way, using their sensitive senses and sincere feelings. It encourages them not to be discouraged by others' confusion toward their art, for their journey is full of beautiful surprises and sensitive hearts that will understand and give them all the love and appreciation they deserve.
Book Details:
- Written by: Bob Raczka
- Illustrated by: Simon Shin
- Translated by: Dr. Nusaiba Al-Azaibi
- Age: 6 - 8 years
- Pages: 30 pages