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Wonder Walkers Hardcover – Picture Book, March 30, 2021

by Micha Archer (Author, Illustrator)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 203 ratings
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A Caldecott Honor winner!
 
Micha Archer's gorgeous, detailed collages give readers a fresh outlook on the splendors of nature.

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When two curious kids embark on a "wonder walk," they let their imaginations soar as they look at the world in a whole new light. They have thought-provoking questions for everything they see: Is the sun the world's light bulb? Is dirt the world's skin? Are rivers the earth's veins? Is the wind the world breathing? I wonder . . . Young readers will wonder too, as they ponder these gorgeous pages and make all kinds of new connections. What a wonderful world indeed!
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  1. Reading age
    3 - 7 years
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 2
  5. Lexile measure
    AD310L
  6. Dimensions
    10.44 x 0.36 x 9.38 inches
  7. Publisher
    Nancy Paulsen Books
  8. Publication date
    March 30, 2021
  9. ISBN-10
    0593109643
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0593109649
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* “Language that is spare and economic yet profound and beautifully poetic. Only wonderstruck children, confronting nature’s gorgeous mysteries, could express themselves so intimately, creatively, and originally. Youngsters reading/hearing this book on laps or in groups, and grown-ups, too, will be charmed, enlightened, and moved by these breathless queries. . . . At the book’s conclusion, children may want space to discuss, dictate, write, and/or illustrate their own questions/ideas about nature. Luminous ink-and-collage illustrations are lush and vivid, perfectly suiting the text. . . . Excellent for enriching vocabulary, developing creative thinking, and enhancing a love of nature.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

* “Some of the queries understand the Earth as one great, living, breathing creature. . . . Sumptuous artwork employs collaged textured and patterned paper to represent rich expanses of sea and sky alongside the individual petals of black-eyed Susans. Asking good questions is at the heart of discovery, and Archer’s young wonder walkers show readers how it’s done.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review

“Archer’s collage illustrations, using tissue paper and patterned papers, burst forth with vibrant colors, beguiling textures, and boundless energy. The double-page spreads employ little white space (there’s too much of the outdoors to revel in) yet are never too busy; Archer knows just where to direct viewers’ eyes. A sense of movement propels the narrative: clouds float; fog blankets the river; ocean waves lap against the shore; and the wind swirls around the children’s faces. Beautifully rendered—and wonderful in every way.”—Horn Book

"An imaginative adventure. . . . Author Micha Archer captivates young readers with detailed collage and oil paint illustrations of a variety of settings, from mountains to the beach to a field. As the children explore the outdoors on their nature walk they ask each other questions like 'Is a river the Earth's veins?' and 'Is the Sun the world's light bulb?' Their questions serve to bring new perspectives and a deeper sense of the world around them. This title will make a welcome addition to nature themed storytimes and will spark discussion among readers." —School Library Connection

About the Author

Micha Archer wrote and illustrated Ezra Jack Keats Award winner Daniel Finds a Poem and its companion, Daniel's Good Day, and has also illustrated several picture books, including Girl Running (by Annette Bay Pimentel). Micha works in oil and collage on paper she creates with homemade stamps and layered tissue paper. She came from a long line of artists and teachers and taught for many years in a kindergarten. Raising two kids and teaching are where she cultivated her love for picture books and realized their importance as teaching tools. Micha lives in western Massachusetts in the house she and her husband built, surrounded by gardens and forests to roam in.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Nancy Paulsen Books (March 30, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0593109643
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0593109649
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD310L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.3 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.44 x 0.36 x 9.38 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 203 ratings

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is an artist, illustrator and educator living in Western Massachusetts. A world traveller, her sense of color and pattern is influenced by the folk art, crafts, and architecture of the world. Working with gouache, watercolors, pen and ink, and collage, she creates layered pieces from various materials on paper and digitally.

With a B.A. in Multicultural Education from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst she taught for 15 years in a Kindergarten classroom. In addition to consulting with teachers on incorporating art into their classrooms, she offers workshops and classes to children, adults and other artists.

Her design and illustration clients include - most of the major educational publishers,

two children's books with Barefoot Books; (Lola's Fandango and The Wise Fool)

a book she wrote and illustrated,( Daniel Finds a Poem) with Penguin,

2 books with Charlesbridge, (Spring Equations and Around the World in a Bathtub).

And another with Penguin called Girl Running.

She is a member of WMIG- Western Mass. Illustrators Guild (www.wmig.org)

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Beverly A. Dhaliwal
5.0 out of 5 stars Get outside book
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2024
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5.0 out of 5 stars A charming invitation to explore nature.
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2023
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WONDER WALKERS—A Caldicott Honor book by Micha Archer is a thoughtful invitation to explore the marvels of nature.
A young girl and boy set out on a “wonder walk” that is filled with questions. Is the sun the world’s light bulb? Do mountains have bones? Are trees the sky’s legs? Their trek takes them from meadow to mountain, river to sea shore.
The short sentences carry a single focus reminiscent of a child’s inquisitive voice. This minimalist language invites readers to focus on the fascinating details of the illustrations composed of a medley of intricately patterned papers in rich colors. The visual complexity and movement is an excellent contrast with the brief text.
Archer has captured the essence of a childhood that is filled with one “why?” after another. This charming book could easily inspire young audiences to ask a host of their own questions—or better yet, pursue their own nature explorations.
Additionally, the illustrations could provide a model for readers to create their own collages of varied materials.
For ages 3-7
Recommended for home and school libraries.
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Amy Cushman
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute story
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2024
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonder Walkers is a Wonder to Behold!
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2023
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Exquisite, detailed collages and such reflective, mindful text. This book is a must-have for nature lovers!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Creatively inspiring and beautiful too
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2022
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This book is lovely and encourages observation and making creative connections to natural elements and processes. I’m sure it would appeal to a range of ages beyond my almost 3 yr old grandchild. With older children perhaps even up to 7/8 I’d imagine using it to inspire coming up with associations of their own.
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5.0 out of 5 stars This is how children think!
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2022
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I really enjoyed this book and will read it often to my students (and their parents - appropriate for 2-3 year olds and up). The artwork is beautiful and the "wondering" fits with how children often see the world and brings out their whimsical poetic sides. It is a terrific book to combine with being outside and exploring the natural world.
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Adam M Lockridge
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2023
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This is a beautiful book!
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M. L.
5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful book!
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2022
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It is a perfect book for letter-related reading, introducing the letter “W” or “R”… My son’s precious comments inspired by this book was recorded in our nature journal. A wonderful prompt for any assignment.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Forest school favourite
Reviewed in Canada on November 25, 2023
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I read through hundreds of books to pick ones that I bring to forest school to read to kids 3-13. This is my favourite, as well as the kids. Makes them all think about nature differently and grow a deeper connection to it. I read it to every group of kids that I have and everyone of them are captivated by the words and illustrations. Brings up meaningful questions and natural discussions
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5.0 out of 5 stars Collage
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 1, 2023
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Beautiful collage illustrations by Micha Archer.
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Wm. G. O'Farrell
5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful illustrations
Reviewed in Canada on August 2, 2021
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And wonderful story.
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