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Some books are so genuinely special that they are difficult to describe, for fear of not fully doing them justice. "Virginia Wolf" (2012), by Kyo Maclear and Isabelle Arsenault, is without question one of the most beautiful books I have ever owned, in every possible aspect. Inspired in part by the relationship of writer Virginia Wolf and her sister, artist Vanessa Bell, this stunning picture book examines depression as a "wolfish day" for a young girl (and gets it SO REMARKABLY PERFECT, but in a manner that draws empathy from the reader rather than being upsetting), and her adoring sister's attempt to break through. The artwork is beyond gorgeous, evocative right down to the use of typefaces; and the resolution of the story is perfect, reminding us that it is not our job to change people's moods, but simply to embrace them with love and BE THERE ... the rest will follow in its own time. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. ⚫ ⚫ ⚫ #noodlenutskidsbooks #virginiawolf #kyomaclear #isabellearsenault #wolfish #depression #sisters #sisterhood #bestsisters #socialemotionaldevelopment #socialemotional #motherhood #kidsofinstagram #readmore #kidsbooks #whattoread #beautifulchildrensbooks #lessonplanning #creativechildhood #bookishpost #governorgeneralsliteraryaward https://www.instagram.com/p/B35UlCwHw_t/?igshid=1ejlywrbfswj5