THE WONDER OF UNDER Book Review
Summer is almost here. If you’ve not heard it already, you know it won’t be long before you hear a little one say, “I’m bored.” Consider reading THE WONDER OF UNDER book to set your preschoolers’ imagination sailing.
The Author
Cindy Lynn Sawyer is a freelance writer and graphic designer. In 2023, she launched Designed2Glow with the mission to help kids “Go and be the Light Of the World” (G.L.O.W.) through her writing. She has written for publications, such as Clubhouse and Clubhouse, Jr. magazines.
In addition to writing, Sawyer is also an advocate for the protection of all children, with a special emphasis on the growing issue of child trafficking.
Cindy and her husband live in Indiana. They have three grown children and five grandkids.
When not writing, Cindy is marketing for other clients, planning fun events or adventures with her family, or traveling with her husband. You can learn more about Cindy and her work on her website: designed2glow.com.
THE WONDER OF UNDER is her debut picture book. Sawyer’s daughter, Andee Huxhold did a beautiful job illustrating it. Be sure to look for the cute green frog. Children will delight in finding him in twelve different places throughout the book.
About THE WONDER OF UNDER
Published by Designed2Glow Publishing, THE WONDER OF UNDER is a picture book for ages three to six.
Children love to explore and wonder. This engaging book will springboard their imaginations about the places they can go and the things they can do – in real life and in their imaginations.
The main character, Paxton, begins a curious journey through his house in hopes of finding treasures of various sorts hidden underneath the rug, couch, and bed. Initially, he isn’t thrilled with what he finds. For example, an unimpressive sponge hides under the couch.
But in the end, he discovers that with a little imagination, he is able to create a treasure after all.
What’s Under YOUR Couch?
This is a fun book that’s sure to get your little ones off the couch and searching for treasures underneath it!
A great catalyst for STEM and STEAM ideas! The colorful illustrations and encouraging text will remind kids to breathe deep and take a peek at the creative possibilities surrounding them.
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Motivated by the power of story, history, and His Story, Sally Matheny’s passion is telling the next generation wondrous things.
Her nonfiction writing appears in worldwide, national, and regional publications including Appleseeds, Clubhouse Jr., Homeschooling Today, and The Old Schoolhouse.
She and her husband live in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and are blessed with three children, two sons-in-law, and armfuls of grandbabies. Sally can be reached on several social media sites, but her favorite hangouts are SallyMatheny.com and Pinterest.
6 Comments
Carol Baldwin
I enjoyed Cindy’s book too–and so did my grandkids!
Sally Matheny
I’m so glad, Carol!
Kathy
this is such an adorable book and it will certainly spark creativity! Great review, Sally!
Sally Matheny
My pleasure, Kathy. That’s a great compliment to the book’s author coming from one so creative as you! 🙂
J.D. Wininger
What fun it is to learn about new authors and their work. Thank you for sharing Ms. Sally.
Sally Matheny
Thanks, J.D. I love spreading the word about delightful books that I think readers will enjoy. 🙂