ISH by Peter H. Reynolds
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Author & Illustrator: Peter H. Reynolds
Gentle, wise, and quietly powerful, ISH is a beautiful fable about creativity, confidence, and learning to let go of perfection - from the creator of the beloved The Dot.
Ramon loves to draw. He draws everywhere, all the time, simply for the joy of it. Drawing is who he is - until one careless comment from his older brother makes Ramon see his work differently. Suddenly, his drawings don’t feel good enough. They don’t look “right.” And the joy disappears.
Everything changes when Ramon’s little sister, Marisol, looks at his drawings with fresh eyes. She doesn’t see mistakes - she sees possibilities. Through her encouragement, Ramon learns that drawing ish-ly is far more meaningful than trying to be perfect, and that creativity thrives when it’s nurtured with kindness.
Written and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds, Ish combines the simplicity of a fable with the depth of a parable, offering a timeless message about self-expression and the courage to keep creating.
Why young readers would love this on their bookshelf:
- A reassuring message for perfectionists and sensitive creatives
- Minimal, expressive illustrations that let ideas shine
- Encourages creative confidence and growth mindset
- Perfect companion to The Dot for classrooms and homes
Ideal for young artists, writers, and anyone who’s ever worried about “getting it right,” Ish is a gentle reminder that ish can be more than enough.