Look! What Do You See?

“A rather ingenious optical game.”–The New York Times“Hushed and beautiful… . As artful as it is refreshing.”–The Wall Street Journal* “Wow! This cross-cultural cipher is a feast for the eyes and a challenge for the mind.”–Kirkus Reviews, starred review* “Once readers get the hang of it, guessing the other songs isn’t too difficult, but it’s plenty rewarding.”–Publishers Weekly, starred review“When it comes to calligraphy puzzles, few have Xu Bing’s creativity beat.”–Reader’s Digest“Look! is both a fantastic puzzle and a new language for young readers to delve into.”–Shelf Awareness“Ingenious… . Cipher fans should be very intrigued and eager to try it for themselves.”–School Library JournalSelected for the Children’s Literature Assembly’s 2018 Notable Children’s Books in the Language Arts Award BooksSelected for the 2018 CCBC Choices ListA Junior Library Guild selection2018 Notable Children’s Books in the Language Arts Award

Xu Bing is one of the world’s foremost contemporary artists. Born in China, he lived in the U.S. for eighteen years and now resides in Beijing. He was the vice president of China’s Central Academy of Fine Arts and has received an Honorary Degree of Humane Letters by Columbia University, a MacArthur “Genius” Award, and many other international awards. Some of his best-known works include the Phoenix Project and Book from the Sky. He is frequently in the United States and has a studio and permanent residency in Brooklyn.Becca Stadtlander is a freelance illustrator and fine artist, inspired by the beauty of everyday objects, the comforts of home, and the lush colors and landscapes of far-off places. She attended the Maryland Institute College of Art (BFA 2010) and currently lives and works in her hometown of Covington, Kentucky. Her work is featured on stationery, home decor products, editorial publications, and young adult and children’s books.

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