One Big Canvas Blog Tour: Review + Giveaway

 

 

One Big Canvas: The Masterpiece
Written by Jay Miletsky
Illustrated by Luis Peres
Ages 3-9 | 24 Pages
Publisher: New Paige Press
ISBN-13: 978-0578496382

Publisher’s Synopsis:

Join a spunky collection of paintbrushes as they set out to create a grand masterpiece.

When some of the brushes don’t cooperate, is it because they are misbehaving…or is there another reason entirely? In this story, young readers are introduced to some of the behavioral differences in their autistic peers.

Without ever mentioning any particular challenge or disability by name, this story helps children recognize and understand what autism is, and impress upon them the importance of showing kindness to those who are different, wrapped into a fun story with lighthearted, engaging characters.

They worked through the day, then stopped and admired,
the wisdom their now-painted canvas inspired:
their painting was perfect, It all meshed just fine,
with its colorful circles, and angry green line.
It was a true masterpiece, not one thing was wrong,
including the hum of their single-note song.

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3v9ibq3

One Big Canvas: The Molding of Clay
Written by Jay Miletsky
Illustrated by Luis Peres
Ages 3-9 | 24 Pages
Publisher: New Paige Press
ISBN-13: 978-0578496382

Publisher’s Synopsis: 

The brushes are back! Join Reese, Estelle and the rest of the gang in the art studio in another adventure as they learn the value of kindness and understanding.

When Clay comes to visit from the other side of the art studio, the brushes are excited to welcome their friend. But when a few of the brushes start acting differently, Clay needs to be reminded that it’s important to be accepting:

“Some brushes are different, so we like to remind,
it’s kind to be caring, so take care to be kind.”

Will Clay leave the brushes in frustration, or will he learn to mold his thinking as he comes to understand and accept that brushes have different abilities and challenges? Without ever mentioning autism or any particular disability, The Molding of Clay helps introduce children to the behavioral differences of their autistic peers, creating an opportunity for discussion. It helps teachers and parents impress upon them the importance of understanding, acceptance and kindness, through a fun, lighthearted story with quirky and colorful characters.

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3dIFdxZ

One Big Canvas books are a series of children's picture books that have a cute story, fun illustrations, and also make learning about autism easier for kids. The books include a note saying that the series will feature a "growing number of titles, characters, and storylines centered on understanding, accepting, and demonstrating kindness to all." I think that this statement perfectly aligns with what each of the books achieve. The stories are short and have a rhyme scheme that's easy for young readers to listen and pay attention to. We're introduced to a number of paintbrush characters, some of who demonstrate autistic behaviors. The lead brush named Reese calmly explains to the other brushes that it's just the way they are and it's nothing to be scared of or to make fun of. They're just different and that's totally fine - by the end we see that their masterpiece was perfect exactly as it was, including the odd behaviors that had happened. 

 

The illustrations were adorable and went along perfectly with the stories. They were bright and colorful and took up the entirety of every page in the book. By pairing the rhyming story and these fun illustrations, the book easily holds the attention of even the smallest of children. I very highly recommend these books to kids of all ages, especially those who are learning to read by themselves and those who still enjoy being read to.

The REED Foundation for Autism is committed to providing individuals with autism the opportunity to learn, live, work and thrive at every stage of their lives. For more information, please visit https://www.reedfoundationforautism.org.

 

Enter for a chance to win a ‘One Big Canvas’ book series prize pack!

One (1) grand prize winner receives:

• A hardcover copy of One Big Canvas: The Masterpiece

• A hardcover copy of One Big Canvas: The Molding of Clay

• A $50 Amazon gift card

Two (2) winners receive:

• A hardcover copy of One Big Canvas: The Masterpiece

• A hardcover copy of One Big Canvas: The Molding of Clay

The giveaway begins April 23, 2021, at 12:01 A.M. MT, and ends May 23, 2021, at 11:59 P.M. MT.

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TOUR SCHEDULE:

April 23	The Children's Book Review	https://www.thechildrensbookreview.com/	Book Review
April 24	Over Coffee Conversations	https://gmarcianoblogs.wordpress.com	Beyond the Book Activity
April 25	Mommy Ramblings	http://www.MommyRamblings.org	Book Review
April 26	Life Is What It's Called	lifeiswhatitscalled.blogspot.com	Book Review
April 27	Crafty Moms Share	https://www.craftymomsshare.com/	Book Review
April 28	Barbara Ann Mojica's Blog	https://bamauthor.me	Book Review
April 29	A Dream Within A Dream	http://adreamwithindream.blogspot.com	Book Review
April 30	Book Bug Ca	https://bookbugca.wordpress.com/	Book Review
May 3	Jrsbookreviews	Http://www.jrsbookreviews.com	Book Review
May 4	Heart to Heart	tynea-lewis.com	Book Review
May 5	Fairview Elementary School (Library)	https://fveslibrary.blogspot.com/	Book Review
May 6	Lisa's Reading	https://lisasreading.com	Book Review
May 7	icefairy's Treasure Chest	http://icefairystreasurechest.blogspot.com/	Book Review
May 10	Confessions of a Book Addict	http://www.confessionsofabookaddict.com	Book Giveaway
May 11	The Children's Book Review	https://www.thechildrensbookreview.com/	Book Review
May 12	Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers	https://insatiablereaders.blogspot.com	Book Review
May 13	The Children's Book Review	https://www.thechildrensbookreview.com/	Beyond the Book Activity

*Disclosure: I partnered with The Children's Book Review and the REED Foundation for this tour.