Maya's World
$43.40
- Hardcover
40 pages
- Release Date
17 February 2026
Summary
A young artist is eager to share her colorful artwork but when the rainbow she creates causes confusion among her classmates, she must overcome self-doubt in this empowering picture book about embracing the artist in you!
When Maya’s class is asked to draw something inspired by nature, she gets right to work. There’s nothing Maya loves to do more than draw! So she spends all evening drawing, painting, and gluing. She even wakes up early the next day to add the finishing touches. In cl…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780593814994 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0593814991 |
| Author: | Andrea Pippins |
| Publisher: | Random House USA Inc |
| Imprint: | Random House Inc |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 40 |
| Release Date: | 17 February 2026 |
| Weight: | 567g |
| Dimensions: | 254mm x 229mm |
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Critics Review
“A loving look at the limitless possibilities of creativity and art.” —Kirkus Reviews
“This story and its enthusiastic illustrations could be useful for educators prepping their own students for personally meaningful—and thus inherently vulnerable—artistic expression.” —The Bulletin
“A child’s creative interpretation of a teacher’s prompt to ‘draw something that is inspired by nature’ compels a class to embrace imagination in a picture book that pops with bold graphics.” —Publishers Weekly
“In this adventurous and openhearted picture book, Pippins honors the brave act of sharing your creativity with the world….children of all ages will appreciate the reminder to take pride in their art.” —Booklist
“The book honors and celebrates….creativity and is a fine example of an educator guiding the whole class through a moment of possible tension into understanding and joy. This is recommended wherever classroom stories and artistic tales are popular.” —School Library Journal
About The Author
Andrea Pippins
Andrea Pippins is an illustrator and author with a passion for creating images that reflect what she wants to see in art, media, and design. Her work has been featured in Essence, the New York Times, and O: The Oprah Magazine. Andrea is the author-illustrator of many children’s books including The Spark in You; Who Will You Be?; and Hey Baby! She lives with her family in Stockholm, Sweden.
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