The Hello, Goodbye Window
By Norton Juster
The window in Nanna and Poppy's kitchen is no ordinary window-it is a place where love and magic happens. It is where the girl and her bubbly grandparents watch stars, play games, and most importantly, say hello and goodbye. The first person text is both simple and sophisticated, creating a perfectly child-centered world. While the language is bouncy and fun, it is the visual interpretation of this sweet story that sings. The illustrator uses a palette of saturated color to portray a loving family.