The Sound Of Silence

"Simultaneously thoughtful and playful, this gem follows a young boy, Yoshio, as he searches for peace and quiet in noisy Tokyo. Yoshio’s search takes readers through a series of breathtakingly detailed scenes, until he finally finds silence by losing himself in a book. My friends are probably looking for their own peace and quiet after listening to me go on and on about this beautifully illustrated story, which has the calming effect of a guided meditation led by Christopher Robin. (Sidenote: Fans of Haruki Murakami should keep their eyes peeled for a few allusions to the author hidden in the illustrations.) (For ages 5 to 8)"