Growing an Artist

From award-winning artist John Parra comes a heartwarming story about creativity, hard work, and the special bond between fathers and sons. This beautifully illustrated picture book has earned four starred reviews and was named a Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of the Year! Today is a big day for Juanito—he finally gets to help his papi, a talented landscape architect, on the job! As they travel from house to house, Juanito sketches everything that catches his eye, from nests of baby birds to colorful rows of flowers. Together, father and son transform overgrown, chaotic yards into stunning, vibrant landscapes.

Along the way, Juanito learns that hard work, passion, and pride in what you do make every effort worthwhile—even when not everyone notices. And maybe, just maybe, Juanito will get the chance to follow in his papi’s artistic footsteps. Filled with warmth, humor, and inspiring illustrations, Growing an Artist is a joyful celebration of family, creativity, and the beauty of transforming the world around you—one garden at a time.

Perfect for children ages 4–8 who love stories about family, art, and adventure!

Details 

• Hardcover
• 40 Pages 
• Dimension: 9in x 0.3in x 9in
• Ages: 4 - 8
• Grades: P - 3