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Lucas was convinced he was born to fly. He spent hours watching birds and airplanes in flight and tried to design his own sets of wings -- many times. But each time they failed. He wrote letters to Santa, pleading for help, but was disappointed with the toy wings and capes he received. Then one day, something magical happened, without him even knowing it. His mother put a book in his hands -- and Lucas began to fly. And fly. And fly. Both a delightful story and a celebration of the wonder of books and their power to transport us to places beyond our imagination.
Ages 3 to 8. Hardcover picture book with dust jacket. Full color throughout. 42 pages. 8-3/4'' wide by 11-3/4'' high.
Rocio Bonilla was born in Barcelona, Spain, and received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Barcelona. She has worked as a photographer, painter, and teacher, and now spends most of her time illustrating books and painting children's murals. As a mother of three, she is continually fascinated by the unique and extraordinary universes that children create, as well as their enormous willingness and generosity to share them with others.
From School Library Journal
PreS-Gr 2—Lucas yearns to fly, but winged inventions and pleas to Santa continue to fail him. Wisely, his mother hands him a book and says, "There are other ways to fly, Lucas." After reading his first book, he is so amazed that he picks up another and another. He parks himself atop them and asks for more. As the stack grows precariously skyward, gap-toothed Lucas becomes oblivious to movements around him. Bonilla's humorous and whimsical paintings, which intersperse everyday scenes with fanciful ones, are captivating and colorful. Perceptive readers will recognize elements from several classic tales represented in the art and can extend the story by discussing the illustrations. VERDICT This tale about the joys of reading and imagination is a worthwhile addition to most collections, perfect for one-on-one and small group sharing.—Gaye Hinchliff, King County Library System, WA
Review
''A picture book homage to reading.'' --Kirkus
''Lushly illustrated.'' --Publishers Weekly
''Captivating.'' --School Library Journal
About the Author
Rocio Bonilla was born in Barcelona, Spain, and received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Barcelona. She has worked as a photographer, painter, and teacher, and now spends most of her time illustrating books and painting children's murals. As a mother of three, she is continually fascinated by the unique and extraordinary universes that children create, as well as their enormous willingness and generosity to share them with others.