My Beautiful Voice
Joseph Coelho author Ms Allison Colpoys illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Quarto Publishing PLC
Published:3rd May '22
Should be back in stock very soon
A moving, lyrical picture book about a shy child unlocking the power of their own voice through poetry, with the helping hand of an extra special teacher, written by multi-award winning poet and Waterstones Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho.
From the creators of If All The World Were, winner of the 2019 Independent Book Shop Picture Book Award which has been translated into 13 languages, this beautifully illustrated, powerful and heartwarming text shows children that everyone's voice can be powerful and beautiful, however small.
Allison Colpoys’ gorgeous artwork spills from every page as she shows this most heartwarming of tales. Follow a child who is so shy she doesn't speak.
With the encouragement on an enchanting and magical teacher, she writes a poem. But a poem is meant to be read aloud! She musters all her courage, stands at the front of the class and shows her classmates that she does have a voice. And her voice is BEAUTIFUL!
The perfect way to encourage empathy in young children and show shy children how to feel brave, this beautiful story will delight readers time and time again.
Editor's Choice – '[An] inspirational and very beautiful story about a child unlocking the power of their own voice. Splashed with eye-catching bright neon colours, it’s an exuberant celebration of many things: teachers, language, bravery and perseverance.' * The Bookseller *
‘a lesson in what picture books can – and should – be: uplifting, diverse, and a lot of fun.’ * The Independent *
‘My Beautiful Voice is a must-read for any child who struggles with shyness, or isn't yet sure of their place in the world.’ * Irish Examiner *
‘The gorgeous My Beautiful Voice by Joseph Coelho, illustrated by Allison Colpoys, is a story that unfurls as delicately as a flower, infused with Colpoys’ glowing swirls of colour.’ * The Guardian *
‘A sensitive and beautiful portrayal of anxiety, shyness and the positive life enhancing power of poetry.’ * LoveReading4Kids *
A ‘beautifully illustrated, powerful text.’ * SLOAN! Magazine *
'A beautiful, poetic picture book which has an important message about developing confidence and finding a voice in a busy classroom.' * The School Librarian *
‘A gentle story that pays homage to the people that sometimes come into our lives to guide us through difficult times, and the power of a fantastic teacher.’ * BookTrust *
ISBN: 9780711248311
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 180g
32 pages
Illustrated Edition