Next to Me

Written and illustrated by Daniel Salmieri and Sophia Haas

Discover the wonders hidden in everyday moments on a walk home.

3.7 Goodreads · 132 ratings

40 pages· ~500L

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Bookroo's summary

On a walk home from school, every step reveals a new wonder. Puffy clouds, twisty slides, and bustling backhoes invite young eyes to see the world anew. What will you notice next? This delightful journey encourages children to find joy in the everyday, transforming the ordinary into extraordinary moments of discovery. From afternoon adventures to bedtime reflections, each page invites a closer look at the world around us, sparking curiosity and delight in the simplest of things.

From the publisher

This joyful and soothing read-aloud, about noticing all the wonderful things around you, is a bedtime gem that’s illustrated in gorgeous cut-paper collages by husband-and-wife team Sophia Haas and New York Times Best Illustrated winner Daniel Salmieri. A walk home from school is an opportunity to observe all the happy details along the way: puffy clouds next to an airplane, the twisty slide next to swinging swings, a backhoe next to a big hole. When you really take the time to observe, there are so many interesting things to see in every moment of every day. What’s next to you? From school to home, afternoon to bedtime, this cheerful book invites children to look closely and with delight at the objects all around them.

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