An ALA Notable Book
A New York Public Library Best Book for Kids
A Bookpage Best Book

This fine book provides not only exposure to art…but also an example of a boy-a boy of color, a boy in America-with a passion for fine art. -The New York Times

The prosaic world of the city boy we meet…is transformed into a realm of wonder not by a quirk of quantum physics but by exposure to fine art. -The Wall Street Journal

A joyful, wordless exploration of artistic discovery. -Shelf Awareness (starred review)

Colon’s latest again challenges readers to discover inspiration through ingenious means…beautifully euphoric. -Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

Captures the drama of a personal artistic experience and the lasting impact it can have…compelling…an irresistible invitation to creativity. -School Library Journal (starred review)

A delightful wordless tribute to the arts with a magical touch. -Booklist (starred review)

Colon’s vibrant scenes make it clear that visiting works of art can breathe magic into the everyday and inspire further creativity afterward. -Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Six starred reviews for New York Times bestselling artist Raul Colon’s wordless picture book about a visit to the museum and the power of art and imagination, which hums with and jubilation (The Horn Book, starred review).

After passing a city museum many times, a boy finally decides to go in. He passes wall after wall of artwork until he sees a painting that makes him stop and ponder. Before long the painting comes to life and an afternoon of adventure and discovery unfolds, changing how he sees the world ever after.