Description
Hold On, Toby is a delightfully simple tale of a little maple leaf as he experiences the wonder and change of seasons – and of the cycles of life. “Hold on, the best is yet to be!” the wind advises, and reminds us we can all slow down to appreciate the seasons as they come with all their marvelous diversity. Big people and little people and lots of charming animals join the journey.
Beautiful illustrations show the different ways people and animals enjoy each season, from bright-colored kites in the spring to a snowball fight in winter. Kids will have fun looking for details, too, like all the birds in the trees.
Designed and illustrated by Susan Andra Lion; written by Janet Bierbower-Boucher; published by Windy Island Publishing. Hardcover.
AWARDS
- Story Monsters Ink Seal of Approval
- Mom’s Choice Gold Award
PRAISE FOR HOLD ON, TOBY
“The popular saying, ‘Wait for it!’ flooded my mind with smiles as I read this sweet story. Life is comprised of cycles, and eagerness so often presses against them impatiently. Each one being so distinct in itself is filled with wonder and beauty to behold. If we could hold the rush of our souls, if we could tenderly wait for it, we would rejoice to see … the best is yet to be! The illustrations by Susan Andra Lion delight with the whisper of anticipation as a tender little leaf bud fills his cycle of life in full glory.”
~ Darleen Wohlfeil, Story Monsters Magazine
