Swatch: The Girl Who Loved Color

Reviewed by: Jan Hamilton - Little Dolphin School, Scarborough, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: July 13, 2016

Review

Swatch is an endearing child who deeply appreciates vibrant colors, so much that she tames them in jars. The story brought to mind the summer nights I chased and trapped fireflies. Behind the adorable illustrations and lovely hues there is a moral in this story; living things should not be trapped and many do not want to be tamed. Yellowest Yellow teaches Swatch the all-important lesson leading to her decision to release the color collection to the world.

Denos has illustrated books for other authors, this is the first she has written and illustrated. I cannot wait to see what she offers the picture book world next. Add this to library collections and gift to children who love art.

Overall Book Score: very good