When You Gave Me You

(Hardback)

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On this birthday, remember whos giving to who,
because the best gift of all, is when you gave me YOU.

Award-winning poet and artist Clay Rice brings his signature papercut style to this tender birthday affirmation of positive praise for a special child. Amidst the presents and candles, this gorgeous picture book reminds the child that they are the greatest gift!

Its your playful spirit and creative spark.
And your sweet soul and loving heart.
You shine like the sun in all that you do,
you gave me a gift when you gave me you.

Reviews

"Throughout, the refrain 'You gave me a gift/ when you gave me you' serves to emphasize the narrators deep gratefulness for their child . . . Each pages silhouetted art stands out against textured, gradient backgrounds with watercolor-like appeal."
-Publishers Weekly

"Clay Rice is an inventive author and poet who fills each page with color and creativity. The images of the characters are silhouetted against painted backgrounds to form an effective contrast of colors. The absence of facial expressions allows readers imagination to fill in the blank spaces. This book will change the way children view birthdays; instead of feeling excited about opening presents, children will realize that it is an anniversary of the day they were brought into the world. This is the perfect story to read to children ages three to five on birthdays or as a daily reminder that their presence matters more than presents." - Rita Long, Manhattan Book Review






"When You Gave Me Youis a sweet and heartfelt expression of love from a parent to their child. The story takes place on the childs birthday and the parents explain the true meaning of this special day. Each aspect of the childs personality is described with affection and gratitude. The childs energetic spirit, sense of humor, and nurturing spirit combine to form the most perfect gift imaginable. These words remind the reader that with each passing year, it is important to reflect on how your existence has affected others.

Clay Rice is an inventive author and poet who fills each page with color and creativity. The images of the characters are silhouetted against painted backgrounds to form an effective contrast of colors. The absence of facial expressions allows readers imagination to fill in the blank spaces. This book will change the way children view birthdays; instead of feeling excited about opening presents, children will realize that it is an anniversary of the day they were brought into the world. This is the perfect story to read to children ages three to five on birthdays or as a daily reminder that their presence matters more than presents."- Rita Long,Manhattan Book Review

Author Bio

Clay Rice is an award-winning, nationally renowned silhouette artist whose work has been featured inCountry Living,TheWashington Times,The Atlanta Constitution,Cookie Magazine, and the CBS seriesArmy Wives. Clays landscape scenes and childrens illustrations are sought after by collectors worldwide, and his work is on permanent display at the South Carolina State Museum.