Description
From the author of In the Sky at Nighttime.
A child makes their way along the Arctic shoreline on a dark day. Everything around them seems as ugly as their mood, from the weather to the fish and mud. This is the place they come to whenever they feel ugly.
But as the child closes their eyes and listens, the sound of the waves reminds them to breathe. The tiny krill flick their tails, and the brightly coloured sea stars seem to glow. What they once saw as an ugly landscape is now wonderful and vibrant, and alive with music and beauty.
Building on concepts of social-emotional awareness, this book helps young readers see that they have the ability to control their own emotions.
"Where the landscape mirrors my heart..."
About the Author
Laura Deal lives in Iqaluit, Nunavut, and is originally from Musquodoboit, Nova Scotia. She enjoys writing and many other forms of creative arts. She believes it is important for children, like her daughter, to see their own stories reflected in the pages of Northern-based storybooks. Laura is the author of In the Sky at Nighttime, The Ugly Place, and How Nivi Got Her Names, which is also available as a short film. Emma Pedersen is a Toronto-based illustrator specializing in children's books and character design. She graduated OCADU from the drawing and painting program, as well as from Sheridan College with a degree in illustration. Aside from creating, Emma enjoys hunting through used book shops, spending time with friends and family, and planning her next trip abroad.
Reviews
"A gentle tribute to the power of nature to help regulate difficult feelings."-Kirkus
"The Ugly Place is a relatable and reassuring read that serves as a timely reminder that nature is healing and the tide will always turn."-Hakai Magazine
"Children and adults alike can learn from The Ugly Place. Teachers and caregivers can keep this story on hand to read when any little ones need to be brought out of a funk, to remind them that the ugly moment will pass, and to remind them that engaging with the outdoors is a positive way to find the beauty and opportunities in life."-CM: Canadian Review of Materials
"It's a place for insight and reflection, thoughtfulness and solitude, all of which reverberate in Laura Deal's text."-CanLit for Little Canadians
"The Ugly Place is a charming, thoughtful story with layers that will reward rereading. Blending an often overlooked setting with an important topic, this is a book that will make any shelf quite a bit more beautiful."-Quill & Quire
Book Information
ISBN 9781772274325
Author Laura Deal
Format Hardback
Page Count 28
Imprint Inhabit Media Inc
Publisher Inhabit Media Inc
Weight(grams) 320g
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 229mm * 25mm
