# Life - Hardcover

by **Cynthia Rylant** (Author), **Brendan Wenzel** (Illustrator)

**Cynthia Rylant and Brendan Wenzel explore the beauty and tenacity of life.**

_Life begins small, then grows..._

There are so many wonderful things about life, both in good times and in times of struggle. Through the eyes of the world's animals--including elephants, monkeys, whales, and more--Cynthia Rylant offers a moving meditation on finding beauty around us every day and finding strength in adversity. Brendan Wenzel's stunning landscapes and engaging creatures make this an inspiring and intriguing gift for readers of all ages.

### Author Biography

Cynthia Rylant is the author of more than 100 books for young people, including the beloved Henry and Mudge, Annie and Snowball, Brownie & Pearl, Motor Mouse, and Mr. Putter & Tabby series. Her novel _Missing May_ received the Newbery Medal. She lives in Portland, Oregon.

Brendan Wenzel's artwork often explores the natural world and our relationship to it and he has teamed up with many groups working to preserve wild places and creatures around the world. He has illustrated several acclaimed animal-themed picture books, including _Some Bugs_ and _Some Pets_ by Angela DiTerlizzi, _Beastly Babies_ by Ellen Jackson, and his own _They All Saw a Cat_. He lives in New York.

**Number of Pages:** 48

**Dimensions:** 0.4 x 11 x 8.8 IN

**Illustrated:** Yes

**Publication Date:** June 27, 2017

**Accelerated Reader:**

**Quiz Name:** Life

**Interest Level:** Lower Grades, K-3

**Reading Level:** 1.8

**Point Value:** 0.5

## Details

- **Price:** 18.99 USD
- **Vendor:** Books by splitShops
- **Type:** Books
- **Tags:** Books by splitShops, Shopify Collective

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