Observant children will notice slickers, umbrellas, and other clues of things to come throughout the pages (is that a rainbow pop he points to on the ice-cream truck?), adding richness to this sweet story about appreciating life's simple pleasures.' ? The Horn Book, starred review, 'Portis perfectly captures how children experience the world, the immediacy and magic of it all exuberant and quiet, simple and complex, and extremely satisfying.' - Kirkus Review, starred review, FIVE STARRED REVIEWS FOR NOW! *'Portis perfectly captures how children experience the world, the immediacy and magic of it all exuberant and quiet, simple and complex, and extremely satisfying.' - Kirkus Review, starred review *'Thoughtful without being preachy and meditative without being boring, Now should prove to be a favorite for today-and well into the future.'- Horn Book, starred review *'This childlike ode to the delights of living each moment to the fullest is an absolute charmer and, like Portis's Wait, may even encourage adults to notice and relish the world around them.

PRAISE FOR WAIT:'Beautifully controlled pacing and an immensely satisfying rainbow resolution make this book an effective refutation of frenzied schedules.' ? Kirkus, starred review 'Portis has a gift for creating rich visual narratives for young children this one will resonate with their caretakers, too.' ? School Library Journal, starred review 'Economy and affection give this story the dimensions of a classic.' ? Publishers Weekly, starred review 'Portis fills her friendly, accessible images with predictive details.

Now by Antoinette Portis