Ish

Written and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds

Book #2 in the Creatrilogy series

A young boy learns to find his own unique style and confidence in his art.

5.8/7 Bookroo expert·4.4/5 Goodreads · 12,290 ratings

32 pages· 356 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· 440L

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Bookroo's summary

Ramon's world of joyful sketches crumbles with one harsh comment from his brother, Leon. Struggling to find his artistic spark, Ramon feels lost until his sister, Marisol, offers a fresh perspective. She teaches him that creativity isn't about perfection but about seeing the world through a different lens. As Ramon learns to embrace his unique style, he discovers the true value of thinking 'ish-ly.' Will he reclaim his passion for drawing and find happiness in imperfection? This heartwarming tale explores the power of perspective and the importance of nurturing creativity.

From the publisher

Ramon loved to draw. Anytime. Anything. Anywhere.

Drawing is what Ramon does. It¹s what makes him happy. But in one split second, all that changes. A single reckless remark by Ramon’s older brother, Leon, turns Ramon’s carefree sketches into joyless struggles. Luckily for Ramon, though, his little sister, Marisol, sees the world differently. She opens his eyes to something a lot more valuable than getting things just “right.” Combining the spareness of fable with the potency of parable, Peter Reynolds shines a bright beam of light on the need to kindle and tend our creative flames with care.

At a glance

Format
Pages: 32
Words: 356
Reading age: 5–9
Audience: Picture
Lexile: 440L

Themes & topics

Books about art Books about siblings Books about coping with failure Books about self-esteem Books about self-esteem and self-reliance

What readers & critics say

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“Siblings are both the best... and the worst. This book showcases the power siblings have to tear us down or to build us up, and the effect that both can have. While Ramon is initially happy with his art, once his older brother laughs at him he feels like a failure for a long while, until his little sister shows him that his art is truly something beautiful, and once he is able to see it through her eyes he once again finds his inspiration...ish.”

Marmee

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