What Are Words, Really?
What Are Words, Really? by Alexi Lubomirski is a picture book published by Candlewick Press on September 27, 2022. This 40-page book is designed for young readers and explores the significance of words in a playful and engaging manner. Through whimsical text, Lubomirski emphasizes the dual nature of words, highlighting their potential to both uplift and harm.
In this edition, readers will find a vibrant collaboration between Lubomirski and illustrator Carlos Aponte, whose colorful and dynamic illustrations complement the text beautifully. The book serves as a gentle reminder for children about the importance of choosing words thoughtfully, encouraging them to spread kindness and joy. With themes touching on language arts and social topics, this work aims to instill values and virtues in its young audience, making it a meaningful addition to any child’s library.
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A renowned photographer and a Pura Belpré Honor–winning illustrator join forces for a playful and stylish picture book that’s destined to make the world a better place, one word at a time.
Perfectly pitched to the youngest child, Alexi Lubomirski’s whimsical text is a gentle reminder that words have power—the power to hurt or to heal, to make someone feel small or feel tall. Carlos Aponte’s buoyant illustrations, in dazzling primary colors and bold black line, pair with a dynamic text design to create a visual symphony. An eye-catching appeal to our better natures, this inspired meditation on the purpose and power of words encourages children to choose them well—and use them wisely—to spread kindness, joy, and love.
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