A Little Sailing Lesson

The text is full of advice for a child that are both words of encouragement for a young sailor and a more general manual for life – ‘what counts is taking time to enjoy the journey…’ ‘to take stock and not to lose heart.’

* Books for Keeps *

This is a beautifully illustrated and heartfelt story that captures the thrill, challenges, and life lessons of a young sailing adventure ... A testament to the journey being as important as the destination. Stefanini’s artistic and storytelling ability make this book a compelling read that fosters resilience and inspires creativity.

-- Jessica Griffin * Children's Books Ireland *

Impeccably illustrated, it's a story about trust, knowledge, adaptability, resilience and living in the moment.

-- Deborah MacLaren * LoveReading4Kids *

Little ones will be more than happy to climb aboard with Aldo and his young companion in this gentle story of resilience and adaptability which blends Stefanini’s enchanting artwork with a beautifully a simple text full of words of encouragement for any young ‘sailor’ unsure of life’s ebb and flow.

* Lancashire Post *

With its gentle, philosophical text and beautiful graphics, this book will look equally at home on children's and adult bookshelves and coffee tables 

* Shelf Editions *

It’s the kind of book unafraid to muse on life a little . . . A title that makes it clear that the journey is far more important, sometimes, than the destination.

* School Library Journal *

Graphic illustration with a limited but vibrant palette, satisfying composition and a sense of depth in the scene despite flat colour. Life lessons in a sustained metaphor.

* Nicolette Jon