Wallpaper [Hardcover]

New from the creator ofSkunk on a StringcomesWallpaper, a wordless picture book in Thao Lams signature paper collage style. It tells the story of a young girl whose family moves into a new house. Outside, she can hear other kids playing, but shes too shy to say hello. So she picks at the old wallpaper in her roomrevealing an entryway to a fantastic imaginary adventure world behind the walls.

There, she runs between the vibrant and varied environmentssurrounded by birds, swimming in a frog pond, in a herd of art-deco sheepas she finds herself chased by a monster. He is frightening at first, until it becomes clear he simply wants to be her friend. When it comes time to go back to reality, the girl feels inspired with the courage to approach the other kids and say hello.

Full of humor and heart, this book delivers exquisite illustrations in a lively fantasy narrative that will inspire thinking about bravery and overcoming obstacles. A unique and visually stunning approach to the classic dilemma of making new friends. Satisfying visually, narratively, and emotionally. A delight from start to finish. A wordless picture book about using imagination to overcome shynessWallpaper is a must-have wordless addition to home and school libraries alike. Its charming essence will appeal to a wide range of audiences. Lams rich visual storytelling illuminates the way that childrens internal lives help them move through loss and anxiety.