Dawn

Martin (A Stone Is a Story) employs delicate, luminous watercolor, pencil, and digital panels, captioning them with simple words, to limn quiet moments of drama in the natural world. . . .A contemplative work that captures the power of close observation, showing how individual panels and single, well-chosen words can sum up a place's feeling. * Publishers Weekly (starred review) *
The book is a testament to Martin’s immense artistic talents. Truly stunning. * Kirkus Reviews (starred review) *
With a spare, lyrical text and luminous illustrations, Martin immerses readers in the meditative moments of dawn. . . . The book’s thoughtful visual pacing echoes its rhythmic text. . . . A perfect morning counterpart to bedtime books. * The Horn Book (starred review) *
Enchanting, digitally enhanced watercolors recreate the diffused light of an early morning on a lake and depict the quiet busyness of flora and fauna at this time of day. . . . The deceptive simplicity allows children to fill in the gaps by coming up with their own story. * Booklist *
Would be an excellent read-aloud for a study of wetlands or ecosystems in general. . . . This gorgeously illustrated book is an excellent first purchase, especially for libraries in need of books about animals and ecosystems, building vocabulary, or the enjoyment of a brand new day. * School Library Journal *