Connecting the Stars

• A magical journey through the night sky's greatest gifts: constellations




• Heartfelt and inclusive message that the children of the world - regardless of who they are or where they are from - are responsible for holding up the sky




• Stories of constellations drawn from diverse sources, including from Greek, Persian, Arabic, Egyptian, Roman, Turkish, Indian and Chinese legends.




• Stunning illustrations from the extraordinarily talented Stella Mongodi, known for her life-like drawings and incredible detail. This is her tenth children's book.




• Words by award-winning American children's book author, Deborah Stevenson




• Includes Ethicool's signature sustainable production - created from entirely recycled paper, using soy-based ink, and transported to reduce carbon emissions




• Includes Ethicool's signature 'Action Page', where the author encourages little ones to look beyond other people's differences with kind eyes. Includes the infamous quote from Maya Angelou "?We are more alike, my friends, than we are unalike.? ~ Maya Angelou"




• Each constellation in this book also has a hidden clue as to whether it is visible in the northern or southern sky, or both.




• Ethicool's 'Action Page' won the brand the coveted 'Amazon Innovation Award' in 2020 for innovation in the book publishing industry




• A story for anyone, young and old, who has marvelled at the night sky and wants to learn more




• The ultimate bedtime story for that special time between awake and asleep

Deborah Stevenson

Deborah Stevenson is an award-winning, American children's author. Her work is eclectic: non-fiction and fiction, prose and verse, from silly to sentimental. Respect for animals and nature, valuing friendship and family, tolerance, and appreciating diversity are common themes. Stevenson strives to empower children ... to believe in their abilities, to boldly pursue their dreams, and to be creative, imaginative and kind. Extra points if she can make them laugh.

Stella Mongodi

Stella Mongodi is an Italian illustrator currently living in the UK. She's best known for her incredibly detailed and life-like drawings. 'Connecting the Stars' is her tenth children's book, and her third with Ethicool.