The Story
A young girl takes a walk in the forest with her grandfather and observes the animals, plants, growth, and marks of the seasons--a walk that parallels the journey her family took to put down roots and that shaped her life. Reflecting on the present, she looks to the future and the ways that she, too, will offer strength and support to generations that follow.
Jashar Awan's spare, lyrical text is given magnificent expression in Rahele Jomepour Bell's stunning images of nature. Where I Grew is a nuanced and lovely picture book that honors the sacrifices and strengths of people who journey to new lands and to the beautiful and enduring homes that they create.
Author: Jashar Awan
Publisher: Norton Young Readers
Published: 03/24/2026
Pages: 48
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 11.10h x 8.50w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781324016618
Audience: Ages 4-8
Review Citation(s):
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 02/01/2026
Publishers Weekly 02/02/2026
Kirkus Reviews 03/01/2026
About the Author
Awan, Jashar: - Jashar Awan is the creator of numerous award-winning picture books, including Geisel Honor book Towed by Toad. He lives in Ohio with his family.Jomepour Bell, Rahele: - Rahele Jomepour Bell is an award-winning children's book illustrator. She lives in Iowa.
Description
A young girl takes a walk in the forest with her grandfather and observes the animals, plants, growth, and marks of the seasons--a walk that parallels the journey her family took to put down roots and that shaped her life. Reflecting on the present, she looks to the future and the ways that she, too, will offer strength and support to generations that follow.
Jashar Awan's spare, lyrical text is given magnificent expression in Rahele Jomepour Bell's stunning images of nature. Where I Grew is a nuanced and lovely picture book that honors the sacrifices and strengths of people who journey to new lands and to the beautiful and enduring homes that they create.
Author: Jashar Awan
Publisher: Norton Young Readers
Published: 03/24/2026
Pages: 48
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 11.10h x 8.50w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781324016618
Audience: Ages 4-8
Review Citation(s):
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 02/01/2026
Publishers Weekly 02/02/2026
Kirkus Reviews 03/01/2026
About the Author
Awan, Jashar: - Jashar Awan is the creator of numerous award-winning picture books, including Geisel Honor book Towed by Toad. He lives in Ohio with his family.Jomepour Bell, Rahele: - Rahele Jomepour Bell is an award-winning children's book illustrator. She lives in Iowa.
