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Quiet Hardcover – Picture Book, October 9, 2018

by Tomie dePaola (Author, Illustrator)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 208 ratings
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In this gorgeous and contemplative New York Times bestselling picture book, legendary author-illustrator Tomie dePaola reminds us that mindfulness—being quiet, still, and present with one another—is a very special thing.

Everything is in such a hurry, busy as busy can be.
The birds are flying so fast, the dragonfly is zooming over the water—even the trees are waving their leaves.

So what if we sit here, you next to me…and we can just be?
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  1. Reading age
    4 - 8 years
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Lexile measure
    440L
  6. Dimensions
    9 x 0.4 x 9 inches
  7. Publisher
    Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
  8. Publication date
    October 9, 2018
  9. ISBN-10
    1481477544
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1481477543
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PreS-Gr 2-In a park one day, a girl, boy, and their grandfather enjoy observing the busy activities of the creatures around them. Birds hurry across the sky. Their dog chases a ball. A frog jumps and a dragonfly zooms. Even leaves on the trees are moving. So grandfather suggests they sit together quietly. Coincidentally, all the animals that were previously active pause as well. The birds sit on tree branches singing, the dog falls asleep, the frog just sits and blinks, and the dragonfly stops beating its wings. Soon both children come to appreciate the benefits of being quiet. DePaola's signature cartoon illustrations are done with transparent acrylics and colored pencils using a muted palette that aptly matches the story's theme: "To be quiet and still is a special thing." All the spreads are bordered in pastel green and contain fun details such as a parade of ladybugs walking across a leaf and animal activities below ground. White space greatly increases when animals and humans are at rest. Although the animals' cessation of activities just when the humans decide to do so seems somewhat contrived, the value of taking time to remain quiet is an important message to share with children. VERDICT Best shared one-on-one or as a small group mediation.-Marianne Saccardi, Children's Literature Consultant, Cambridge, MAα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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"A white-bearded grandfather imparts his gentle wisdom to his grandchildren—a girl and a boy—as they meander through a placid green space. Together, the grandfather and children make note of the bustling natural world.... The grandfather suggests that the children try another way of being with him, sitting quietly on a bench.... It seems as though the prolific author and illustrator dePaola is speaking directly to readers on these pages, passing on his own insight. His signature illustration style is so simple that it feels fresh.... A lovely, simple reminder to pause and notice this life." ― Kirkus Reviews, *STARRED REVIEW*

"A grandfather walks with two children, pointing out the busyness in nature around them.... Simple, straightforward, and effective, this book gently encourages children to find comfort in their own quiet moments."
― Booklist

"A grandfather, a girl, a boy, and their dog...out for a walk notice the busyness of the natural world around them... [then] all becomes calm, and the children notice the value of being quiet (“I can think, when I’m quiet”) and still (“I can see, when I’m still”).... [a] paean to the virtue of taking time out for reflection (and giving a grandpa a rest). Soft pastel shades, long gentle contours, and plenty of white space create a properly serene world to take in. Call to contemplation, or a grandpa trap? Well, why can’t it be both?"
― Horn Book Magazine

"Nature is a whirl of activity—“busy as busy can be,” renowned children’s book creator dePaola writes... But the grandfather has an idea: he asks the children to sit, “quiet and still,” on a bench with him. As the trio settles, the rest of the world seems to slow, too—and everything and everyone seems more alive and aware... Rendered in soft pastel tones and generous white space and using minimal, poetic text, the book itself embodies the beauty of quietude. DePaola reminds the reader that the great rush of life is not all it’s cracked up to be—and that pausing can open people, and moments, to wonder." ― Publishers Weekly

"In a park one day, a girl, boy, and their grandfather enjoy observing the busy activities of the creatures around them... Soon both children come to appreciate the benefits of being quiet. DePaola’s signature cartoon illustrations are done with transparent acrylics and colored pencils using a muted palette that aptly matches the story’s theme: “To be quiet and still is a special thing.” ...the value of taking time to remain quiet is an important message to share with children." ― School Library Journal

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers; Illustrated edition (October 9, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1481477544
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1481477543
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 440L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.4 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 0.4 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 208 ratings

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"Tomie dePaola was born in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1934 to a family of Irish and Italian background. By the time he could hold a pencil, he knew what his life's work would be. His determination to create books for children led to a BFA from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York, and an MFA from the California College of Arts & Crafts in Oakland, California.

It drove him through the years of teaching, designing greeting cards and stage sets, and painting church murals until 1965, when he illustrated his first children's book, Sound, by Lisa Miller for Coward-McCann. Eventually, freed of other obligations, he plunged full time into both writing and illustrating children's books.

He names Fra Angelico and Giotto, Georges Rouault, and Ben Shahn as major influences on his work, but he soon found his own unique style. His particular way with color, line, detail, and design have earned him many of the most prestigious awards in his field, among them a Caldecott Honor Award for Strega Nona, the Smithsonian Medal from the Smithsonian Institution, the Kerlan Award from the University of Minnesota for his ""singular attainment in children's literature,"" the Catholic Library Association's Regina Medal for his ""continued distinguished contribution,"" and the University of Southern Mississippi Medallion. He was also the 1990 United States nominee for the Hans Christian Andersen Medal for illustration.

Tomie dePaola has published almost 200 children's books in fifteen different countries. He remains one of the most popular creators of books for children, receiving more than 100,000 fan letters each year.

Tomie lives in an interesting house in New Hampshire with his four dogs. His studio is in a large renovated 200-year-old barn.

- He has been published for over 30 years.

- Over 5 million copies of his books have sold worldwide.

- His books have been published in over 15 different countries.

- He receives nearly 100,000 fan letters each year.

Tomie dePaola has received virtually every significant recognition for his books in the children's book world, including:

- Caldecott Honor Award from American Library Association

- Newbery Honor Award from American Library Association

- Smithson Medal from Smithsonian Institution

- USA nominee in illustration for Hans Christian Andersen Medal

- Regina Medal from Catholic Library Association

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Lynley Kozinski
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2023
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Amazing story
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Children's Lit Love
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful reminder to slow down
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2018
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Earlier this week, Tomie dePaola’s newest book, Quiet, released, and it lives up to expectations set by his many, many wonderful books that came before.
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Illustrated in dePaola’s signature style, Quiet takes readers on a walk with what we assume is a grandfather (who looks remarkably like dePaola…) and his two grandchildren. The grandfather pauses to point out how everything around them, not the people but even the animals, seems to be in a hurry. From there, the trio stops to sit, to be still, to be quiet, and to be with each other. In the end, they realize that “to be quiet and still is a special thing.” The illustrations are colorful and vibrant, but still peaceful, with lots of white space in most of the full-page spreads; the text is sparse yet intentional and powerful on each page.
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Though I try to be diligent about having lots of down time in my girls’ lives, between the different schedules we have it can be hard to actually stop, sit, and be quiet— especially to do so with each other! While my girls enjoy the calm of this book, as well as pointing out the details of dePaola’s illustrations, we’ve all enjoyed the challenge to be still and to enjoy being still… Which, to be honest, is difficult for me to do!
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Do yourself and your children a favor and check this book out. Find a time to read it together, and then find a time to just “be” together. Enjoy each other’s presence, and notice what you can think and see when you stop to be quiet.
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Publishers recommend for ages 4-8, but this can definitely be enjoyed younger and would make a great mentor text for talking with older children about mindfulness and slowing down! See temporary link in bio for an Amazon affiliate link to this book.
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Charles H. Massey
5.0 out of 5 stars QUIET is a treasure for this and any other season
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2018
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Let it be known that I am a major Tomie de Paola fan and have been one for years. For those of you who grew up with Strega Nona and her friends this is a new discovery for you. It is time to wake up and examine what is going on around you. It is time to appreciate what nature has given us and what we can share with others. Enjoy it yourself and share it with friends and family. We all need a little QUIET in our lives. Start now.
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Janelle
5.0 out of 5 stars Peace and Quiet
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2018
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I bought this book for my youngest. However, I have found that my older son finds it soothing and often requests to read Quiet before bedtime. Wonderfully simple and profound at the same time.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Provides quiet and peace as intended
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2020
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Very peaceful and a different type of book. Nice to add to the collection
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Kristen
5.0 out of 5 stars mindful
Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2018
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What a sweet book about mindfulness and teaching about taking time to be still in the world. I will be using this book in my mindfulness sessions with Grades K-2 kiddos to teach about quiet listening.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Lovely
Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2019
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There's a reason this book is a best seller. It's a very simple story, but the message is great: it's important to take time to just sit and be.
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R. Sutherland
5.0 out of 5 stars Calming!
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2018
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In our hectic world, this is my go-to book; snuggling up with grandkids and soaking in moments never to be forgotten.
I love the writings and much as the illustrating!
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CARLA F
4.0 out of 5 stars Great
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 10, 2019
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Love it! Thanks
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