Ai & Aiko and the Little Curve
(Hardback)
Publishing Details
Ai & Aiko and the Little Curve
By (Author) Peter Draw
Illustrated by Peter Draw
Penguin Putnam Inc
Philomel Books,U.S.
4th November 2025
United States
Classifications
Children
Fiction
Childrens / Teenage fiction: General, modern and contemporary fiction
Childrens / Teenage personal and social topics: Emotions, moods, feelings and be
Physical Properties
Hardback
32
Width 291mm, Height 224mm, Spine 9mm
403g
Description
Based on the viral, record-breaking, and award-winning Giphy sensation, this warm and heartfelt magical adventure stars a boy and his dog who learn that happiness is the most beautiful thing of all. Ai's self-portrait is wonderful, his grandfather says-it's just missing one little curve. What could that little curve be Looks like it's time for Ai and his best friend, Aiko, to go on an adventure! With Ai's magical scarf turned into a paper plane, the two friends fly around searching for curves. A fluffy cloud A colorful rainbow A moving melody None seem quite right. It's only when Ai is back home thinking about the happy times he had along the way that he discovers the most beautiful curve there is. In this fun and comfortingly sweet story, happiness is truly the most beautiful thing of all.
Reviews
Praise for Ai & Aiko and the Little Curve:
Infused with kawaii sweetness, Draws illustrations evoke movement and warmth . . . Ai and Aikos lighthearted journey includes a few important nuggets: Inspiration is all around us, and joy is key to the process. A vibrant tale to motivate burgeoning artists. Kirkus Reviews
Author Bio
Peter Draw is the creative force and the artist behind the Guinness World Record-setting, 65 billion-plus-viewed Giphy phenomena Ai & Aiko. On top of being a savvy, strategic digital creator, Peter leads his company with an unparalleled warmth and philanthropic spirit that has already impacted the lives of children around the globe. He has traveled to China, Costa Rica, Indonesia, Japan, South Africa, and beyond, providing free art lessons for kids in areas impacted by earthquakes and tsunamis and to children in economically disadvantaged communities. Peter's warmth and spirit bring to life his mantra that love can happen anywhere and that children everywhere should have access to art. Peter lives with his family in Singapore. You can find more Ai & Aiko content at AiAndAiko.com, and you can follow them and their friends on Instagram @AiAndAiko. You can follow Peter Draw on Instagram @PeterDraw.
