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Shy Willow Hardcover – Picture Book, February 16, 2021

by Cat Min (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 95 ratings
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Willow is shy. VERY shy.

Her home is in an abandoned mailbox, and she'd rather stay put. Outside kids scream and soccer balls collide, trees look like monsters, and rain is noisy in a scary kind of way. It's much nicer to stay inside, drawing. But then a young boy drops a letter in Willow's mailbox: it's a note to the moon asking for a special favor. Willow knows that if she doesn't brave the world outside, the letter will never be delivered, and the boy will be heartbroken. Should she try? Can she?

Cat Min delivers a breathtakingly illustrated story about shyness, the power of empathy, and what it means to make a friend.
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  1. Reading age
    4 - 7 years
  2. Print length
    48 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 2
  5. Dimensions
    9 x 0.55 x 11.4 inches
  6. Publisher
    Levine Querido
  7. Publication date
    February 16, 2021
  8. ISBN-10
    1646140354
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1646140350
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PreS-K-Willow, a white rabbit, lives in an abandoned mailbox where she draws sketches and feels safe from the world. When a letter drops in the mailbox with a special birthday request addressed to the moon from a boy named Theo, Willow knows she must deliver it in spite of her fears. Willow ventures out, testing her courage and making many failed attempts to reach the moon, jumping high, climbing a mountain, and even hitching a ride on a bird. Finally, she sacrifices pages from her sketchbook to fashion a balloon to float up to the moon and successfully deliver the letter. The moon rewards her by fulfilling the request to shine brilliantly for Theo's mother. Willow basks in her deed, and "the warmth of the moonlight spread through Willow's chest." Pencil illustrations provide detail, while soft washes of watercolor in twilight colors of pink, blue, and lavender create a soothing palette, though the outline of Willow in red strikes an odd note. Sketches from Willow's notebook adorn the endpapers and provide a window into Willow's fears and newfound friendship with Theo. VERDICT A shy rabbit shows bravery and ingenuity in a story that addresses shyness and determination. An additional purchase.-Ramarie Beaver, formerly at Plano P.L., TXα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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“Evokes a richly mysterious night; a night in which dreams could come true.” -The New York Times,


“A visually satisfying sequence of art that perfectly facilitates this tale for repeated read-alouds with mom.”-The Classroom Bookshelf (An SLJ Blog),


“Luminous...an earnest tale of bravery begetting self-realization.” -Publishers Weekly,


“Splendid....A lovable protagonist” -Horn Book,


[STAR] “A dreamlike adventure…A warm and wondrous adventure for armchair, or high chair, travelers.” -Booklist (starred review),


“A memorable and moving read. A lovely mix of realistic and fantastical.” -BookPage,

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Levine Querido (February 16, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 48 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1646140354
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1646140350
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 7 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.01 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 0.55 x 11.4 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 95 ratings

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
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This is such a sweet & wonderful story full of beautiful illustrations.
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This is such a sweet & wonderful story full of beautiful illustrations.
I never post reviews, both this gem was worth a nod. I really hope Cat Min will write & release future story books for children. The whimsical approach of story line & illustrations keeps both adults & children engaged and enchanted. A real page turner! I think our little one will find this amongst her fav bedtime reads the more she grows.
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Antonia M. Krenza
5.0 out of 5 stars This is such a sweet & wonderful story full of beautiful illustrations.
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2021
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I never post reviews, both this gem was worth a nod. I really hope Cat Min will write & release future story books for children. The whimsical approach of story line & illustrations keeps both adults & children engaged and enchanted. A real page turner! I think our little one will find this amongst her fav bedtime reads the more she grows.
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Antonia M. Krenza
5.0 out of 5 stars This is such a sweet & wonderful story full of beautiful illustrations.
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2021
I never post reviews, both this gem was worth a nod. I really hope Cat Min will write & release future story books for children. The whimsical approach of story line & illustrations keeps both adults & children engaged and enchanted. A real page turner! I think our little one will find this amongst her fav bedtime reads the more she grows.
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maryk
5.0 out of 5 stars outstanding, delightful,fantastic
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2021
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Cat Min must be extremely talented to deliver such a beautiful creative story. I have a lot of children's book and this book is at the top of the list to buy a book for a gift. Illustrations are at the top of my list when I purchase and this book definitely is excellent to make you love every page. The story blew me away. Cat Min brings warmth and also achieves a heart to want to do more for someone else.
I love this book. This book is for any age.
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Sarah Choe
5.0 out of 5 stars A story as beautiful as its illustrations.
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2021
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Positively brimming with beautiful artwork and whimsy that is bound to spark any child's imagination, Shy Willow features a sweet and gentle tale of true bravery, adventure and hope. Children are bound to love Willow and all her sketches, as well as the spectacular art. Cat Min is surely an author to keep a close eye on.
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eArt
5.0 out of 5 stars Magical and stunningly beautiful
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2021
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This book will transport you to the magical world of children with its beautiful art and storyline. The style uses a wonderful esoteric color theory that I leaned in art school long ago and love. It is charming to see the whole become bigger than its parts. This endearing character has both childhood innocence and sense of responsibility to pass on a letter to the moon. What a challenge.
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Jim Sibigtroth
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent gentle picture book
Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2023
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Empathy and wanting to help win over shyness and fear of the unknown. Lovely imaginative illustrations will capture very young readers interest.
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Jessica S.
5.0 out of 5 stars Teaches Courage and Loving Others
Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2021
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What a beautiful book that highlights the importance of loving others and having courage/boldness! At a time when it can feel like everything points to me, me, me, a story about a shy bunny who overcomes his/her fear for the sake of someone else is the story we need.

With amazing pictures that are a joy for both kid and adult this is a must buy!
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Richard C Hildebrand
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Bunny Book
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2021
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This is a touching and gentle story with a rabbit as the main character. It is totally appropriate and understandable for a child age 4 and older. Also adults will love the story as well and enjoy reading it to small children. My granddaughter had me read it to her dozens of times during her last visit! Hooray for Shy Willow!!
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Heather
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice Book
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2023
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My son really likes this book! He’s four and this has a sweet message about breaking out of your comfort zone for others. Beautiful drawings!
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Ann
5.0 out of 5 stars Es precioso!
Reviewed in Spain on November 25, 2022
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Un libro de tamaño grande, con ilustraciones increíbles y texto adecuado para primeros años de inglés. Llegó perfecto y era de segunda mano.
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