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Sky Color (Creatrilogy) Hardcover – Picture Book, August 28, 2012

by Peter H. Reynolds (Author, Illustrator)
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 549 ratings
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The sky’s no limit as the author-illustrator of The Dot and Ish winds up his Creatrilogy with a whimsical tale about seeing the world a new way.

Marisol loves to paint. So when her teacher asks her to help make a mural for the school library, she can’t wait to begin! But how can Marisol make a sky without blue paint? After gazing out the bus window and watching from her porch as day turns into night, she closes her eyes and starts to dream. . . . From the award-winning Peter H. Reynolds comes a gentle, playful reminder that if we keep our hearts open and look beyond the expected, creative inspiration will come.
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  1. Reading age
    5 - 9 years
  2. Part of series
    Creatrilogy
  3. Print length
    32 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 4
  6. Lexile measure
    AD550L
  7. Dimensions
    8.5 x 0.36 x 7.81 inches
  8. Publisher
    Candlewick
  9. Publication date
    August 28, 2012
  10. ISBN-10
    0763623458
  11. ISBN-13
    978-0763623456
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creativity; art; drawing; orginality; painting; colors; imagination; inspiration
painting; drawing; creativity; imagination; colors; problem solving; architecture
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PreS-Gr 2-Marisol is an enthusiastic artist who doesn't hesitate to share her creations "with the world"-on the refrigerator, through the mail, even on posters. So when the class prepares to paint a mural for the library, she is right there shouting, "I'll paint the sky!" But she is flummoxed when she can't find blue paint. "How am I going to make the sky without blue paint?" The problem gnaws at her until she watches a sunset. That night she dreams she is flying "through a sky swirling with colors," and next day, she mixes paints into "an all-together new [sky] color." Reynolds's familiar fluid drawings, executed in watercolor, ink, and tea, reveal a young girl filled with personality, squiggly hair flying, clothes adorned with contrasting patterns. The burst of color on the front endpaper is the only hint of the delight in store since the artwork to follow is almost devoid of color except for Marisol's creations. Only when readers get to the final spread that reveals the mural with Marisol's dazzling sky as backdrop for the multicolored fish leaping from the water below are they treated to a surprising display of the girl's creativity. This story, along with Reynolds's The Dot (2003) and Ish (2004, both Candlewick), carries the important message that there is an artist inside everyone and that sometimes finding that creative spark means doing the unexpected. In these days of filling in circles on tests, it's an important message to share with youngsters.-Marianne Saccardi, formerly at Norwalk Community College, CTα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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Besides encouraging children to paint what they actually see rather than repeating the visual conventions they’ve learned, this original offering frames an apparent problem as a challenge with a simple solution. Rounding out the picture book series that began with THE DOT (2003), this fresh, whimsical picture book encourages the artist and the creative thinker in every child.
—Booklist (starred review)

Reynolds’s characteristically wispy and loose mixed-media art makes judicious use of color in a way that accentuates Marisol’s creativity. Once again, Reynolds’s message is to think outside the box, and Marisol’s efforts should encourage readers to do just that.
—Publishers Weekly

Fans of Reynolds will enjoy the succinct language enhanced by illustrations in pen, ink, watercolor, gouache and tea. Share this feel-good title with those who love art and those who can appreciate the confidence-building triumph of solving a problem on one’s own—creatively.
—Kirkus Reviews

Once again Reynolds has fashioned a gratifying tale for the artist within us. His hand-lettered text and illustrations rendered in pen, ink, watercolor, gouache, and tea create a unique picture book...This is truly a picture book that should be shared with audiences of all ages. (Highly Recommended)
—Library Media Connection

This story, along with Reynolds’s The Dot (2003) and Ish (2004, both Candlewick), carries the important message that there is an artist inside everyone and that sometimes finding that creative spark means doing the unexpected. In these days of filling in circles on tests, it’s an important message to share with youngsters.
—School Library Journal

Like its predecessors, Sky Color is all warmhearted, multihued sweetness.
—New York Times online

Reynolds is a pro at creating books about art, and each one feels fresh and new. Each captures an artist's sense of inspiration. And each one makes us want to pick up a brush, too.
—Young Children Magazine

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Candlewick; Dot, Ish, Sky Color edition (August 28, 2012)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0763623458
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0763623456
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 - 9 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD550L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 4
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.36 x 7.81 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 549 ratings

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Thanks for the tremendous support of my work which includes books I have written and illustrated, (The Dot, Ish, Happy Dreamer, The Word Collector) as well as collaborations, (Someday with Alisan McGhee, the Judy Moody series with Megan McDonald, Going Places with my twin brother, Paul, and the I AM series with Susan Verde)

My children's media company, FableVision, located in Boston, is dedicated to crafting "stories that matter, stories that move." I also make creativity tools for the classroom - FableVision LeanMy twin brother, Paul, and I founded an independent bookshop in Dedham Square, MA called The Blue Bunny. www.bluebunnybooks.com

Much of my work is designed to inspire all of us to navigate our true potential - to be brave, original, inspirational, inspired, and active.

My hope is that my work will also inspire YOU to make YOUR mark - and see where it takes you.

Let's stay connected - follow me on twitter - @peterhreynolds : )

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Milburn Taylor
5.0 out of 5 stars The book has implications for all ages!
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Loved the book. The story line is simple and to the point, and the illustrations are delightful. Anyone interested in creative expression should read this.
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A Sweet
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful lesson to look beyond - wonderful illustrations
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Beautiful illustrations to go along with a wonderfully creative lesson.
I am a huge fan of Peter H. Reynolds. This is the third book that I have purchased as a project for my children.
This one is for my youngest - I am having her teachers sign it throughout the years and will be giving to her as a graduation gift (similar to what some do with another story but I prefer Peter H. Reynolds stories for this because of the lessons and "out of the box" thinking with encouragement they have)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Is "blue" the only color of the sky?
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I first saw this book displayed at an art exhibit and thought it was a charming story. I bought it for my little three-year-old niece who loves art. I highly recommend this for children who know their colors and can also understand the dilemma of the character in the story who wants to paint a sky but can't find any blue paint. The results are wonderful.
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5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book!
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I love reading this book to my students. I had to buy my own copy for my friend who is graduating from art school and thought this would be a great gift for her. Its message is a great one and everyone who enjoys making something new from something that has always been the same is a wonderful message. I recommend this book to anyone.
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5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book!
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I love reading this book to my students. I had to buy my own copy for my friend who is graduating from art school and thought this would be a great gift for her. Its message is a great one and everyone who enjoys making something new from something that has always been the same is a wonderful message. I recommend this book to anyone.
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5.0 out of 5 stars This book is so delightful!
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Loved this book, it is delightful and fun to read to my grand kids.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great story
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Great book! Lovely
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good book for young creative minds
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I bought this book for my 7 yr old grandson. He had a little more trouble sounding out the words on this Peter Reynolds book, but the story is good! Helps young creative painters think outside the blue sky box. 😄
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5.0 out of 5 stars And the best part is that it started her noticing the actual ...
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2017
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My granddaughter loves it. We read it over and over. And the best part is that it started her noticing the actual sky colors and inspired her to paint the different hues she sees as well as mixing her own colors. It prompted us to have conversations about weather patterns and the environment. It is worth noting that she is not even 4 years yet.
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Laura
5.0 out of 5 stars Children's Book
Reviewed in Canada on July 31, 2021
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Book arrived on time in good condition. I will use this book for teaching kindergarten aged children that creative works can be made into anything the children put their minds to. Spark creativity in the youngest of learners and artists. Art is a form that expresses feelings and emotions in a wide range of ways. Highly reccomend to any age for all educators. The main characters shows us that any colour can be "Sky Colour".
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5.0 out of 5 stars Recomendado
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Bonito, buen tema.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
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My daughter who is 2 loved this book
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Ikshit
1.0 out of 5 stars Double the actual sticker price
Reviewed in India on September 18, 2018
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The book is lovely, unfortunately the price I paid for it was beqrly double the sticker price mentioned on the book. Very upsetting
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5.0 out of 5 stars feeling is great
Reviewed in Japan on February 25, 2022
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これはこうゆうものだ！という概念にとらわれずに、想像・発想・感じることが素晴らしい。読んだ後はアートタイムをしたくなる♪
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