Home Sweet Home, Hardcover/Courtney Anne Ries

Thoughtful Finn explores many fun and inspiring towns to find his home sweet home. He challenges himself through bravery, determination, and curiosity all while visiting each color of the color wheel. As Finn discovers new places to see, he practices observation and literacy which inspires him to keep going on his journey to find a comfortable place to call home. Finn is an artist and loves the colors, patterns and shapes he sees. This unique story is inspired by foundational methods of art making for budding artists of all ages. Award-winning art teacher, artist, and illustrator Courtney Ries has not only developed a clever story encouraging readers to learn about discovery, but she has also incorporated Finn's Art Lessons after the story and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) methods as a fun bonus for all. This book serves as a platform for readers, parents, and educators to easily comprehend simplified examples of how Finn exhibits three of the five social emotional learning traits. Finn uses the remaining two SEL methods in the next book of this thought-provoking series meant for artists, teachers, readers of all ages, and anyone who is looking for a fun way to be inspired to make art or find the energy to complete a mission, big or small. This cute little book is beautifully hand drawn and colored as well as written in a clever way by the author-illustrator who created this story to inspire students to learn about color in a thought provoking way. Readers are delightfully inspired to seek adventure, be brave, and develop self-trust. Finn's Art Lessons help artists, students, and teachers learn art methods and application in a relatable way. Finn's SEL Lessons will help parents, students, and teachers apply examples of how to grow socially and emotionally along the way in life's varied adventures. Have fun with Finn and let him inspire you. Book specifications: Dimensions: 216 x 279 Author: Courtney Anne Ries Cover type: Hardcover Publishing Year: 2022 Publishing Month: 12 Pages: 50 Language: English Publisher: Courtney Ries Weight: 458 g