AWE! by Chana Stiefel and Susan Gal, Scholastic Press, March 3, 2026, Hardcover, $19.99 (ages 4-8)
Explore a mysterious feeling that’s perfect for celebrating big moments or the small wonders in every day with Awe! by Chana Stiefel and Susan Gal.
Introducing A. W. E., an Awesome Wondrous Empowering emotion! When chills travel down your spine and sudden tears surprise your eyes. When your heart exclaims, “Ooh! Ahh! Whoaaa! ”That’s when you know you’ve found AWE.
This breathtaking journey will take you to the Grand Canyon and the deepest reaches of the sea. It will invite you to share moments of giving and to feel the joy of family and community. It will lift you to the highest heights and make your spirit soar.
Experiencing awe has been scientifically proven to spark wonder, improve thinking, and open us up to new ideas. For children living through these turbulent times, Awe! is the perfect book to foster positivity, comfort, joy, and empowerment. —Synopsis provided by Scholastic Press
Awe! is the celebration of something bigger than yourself. It’s big. It’s small. It’s all-encompassing. It’s a feeling unlike any other. And author Chana Stiefel and illustrator Susan Gal bring that feeling to life. With sparse, but impactful, text and a riot of color and movement, readers will start to place that feeling of awe in their everyday lives.
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