This is the story of Vern and his goal to reach the sky on the swing. It is a story of friendship, not giving up and paying it forward. Try as he may Vern can not pump on the swing. Then Gretchen comes and teaches him how telling him it’s hard T first but once you get it it is easy. He does not give up even though he has to talk himself into trying more. The illustrations are cute and colorful. Great for school or home library.

Touch the Sky by Stephanie V. W. Lucianovic is a delightful children's book that captures the universal experience of learning something new and the joy of overcoming challenges with determination and a little help from friends. Through the endearing character of Vern, young readers are invited to embark on a journey of self-discovery and perseverance.

The story follows Vern, a young boy who dreams of soaring high on the swings like the other kids. Despite his best efforts, Vern struggles to pump his legs and achieve the exhilarating feeling of touching the sky. However, a chance encounter with the intelligent and hilarious Gretchen gives Vern the encouragement and guidance he needs to learn to soar finally.

Stephanie V. W. Lucianovic's storytelling is both charming and relatable, capturing the frustration and determination of a child on the cusp of mastering a new skill. Through Vern's journey, readers are reminded of the importance of resilience and seeking help when faced with challenges.

The illustrations in Touch the Sky are vibrant and expressive, bringing Vern's world to life with warmth and humor. Each page is filled with playful details and whimsical characters, enhancing the storytelling experience and inviting readers to immerse themselves in Vern's adventures.

What sets Touch the Sky apart is its uplifting message of empowerment and the power of friendship. As Vern learns to overcome his fear and frustration, he discovers that with perseverance and support, anything is possible. The book reminds young readers that they can achieve their dreams with determination and a little encouragement from those around them.

Overall, Touch the Sky is a heartwarming and inspiring story that will resonate with children on the cusp of learning something new. With its timeless themes and engaging storytelling, this book will captivate readers and leave them feeling uplifted and empowered. Stephanie V. W. Lucianovic has crafted a truly memorable tale celebrating the joy of perseverance and the thrill of reaching new heights.

This was a cute book. I love the message about never giving up and once you learn, spread the message! I would read this one again.

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Touch The Sky was a brilliant children’s book about the perseverance when learning a new skill doesn’t go as planned. The illustrations and writing in this flowed so well together and I loved the overall theme in this book.

The artwork is so eye-catching and brilliant. I feel like they brought the story to life. The message and opportunities this story portrayed had me so entertained. I would definitely recommend this for younger readers!

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This is a fun story that calls to mind the Odyssean thrill of an epic swing ride. It will hold special appeal for young kids whose playground experience haven't quite reached its pinnacle.

“Touch the Sky” is a wonderful story of one child’s determination to not give up. Follow Vern as he tries to learn how to swing, his failures, his teacher and his success. It’s a cute little tale of something some children really struggle with learning sometimes and it’s fantastically written so children can understand.

The illustrations are super cute and really make the story come alive.

This would be a great learning tool for parents and teachers for children who need help learning to swing but also for any child that is struggling with overcoming any challenges.

This is a cute, colorful, and funny picture book that children will love. Although I didn't quite understand why the boy struggled so much with learning to swing, it was thoroughly entertaining and inspiring to read about his journey. I loved how he found a friend to help him. She was patient, encouraging him to keep trying until he succeeded. The story conveys wonderful messages about perseverance, helping others, and never giving up. The illustrations are beautiful and stunning, with vivid colors and artwork that resembles crayons or chalk. It was very engaging and fun to read. Highly recommend!

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this advanced copy in exchange for an honest review. These are my own thoughts and opinions.

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I loved the pictures in this book! They bring to live the movement of swings and swinging in all the possible ways. Vern wants to learn the "right" way to swing but he can't figure it out. Gretchen a stranger shows Vern how. With her support and lots of practice he finally gets the right movement in pumping and away he goes to touch the sky. A wonderful picture book about listening, learning, making friends and perseverance.

This is a Children's book that I read to my twin boys. I loved the message in this book, and I loved that the kid in this book kept trying to get it. The pictures were so cute and fun. I loved this book so much, and my boys enjoyed it as well. I received an ARC of this book. This review is my own honest opinion about the book like all my reviews are.

The cover of this book is what drew me to it, and the inside images matched. It is overall colorful and engaging for the reader. I loved following the main character, Vern, as he learns to pump his legs to swing on his own. It also has a nice, positive ending and overall message about resilience and learning new skills. It is a great story overall.

Fantastically colorful book with great illustrations and story. Join along as Vern and Gretchen take you on a ride and you might learn something new. If you are looking to read a fun book that will make you laugh, then this book is the one.

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As a teacher, my students will enjoy reading this book as the main message is trying and trying again. This book has such a sweet message that children will gravitate towards. I will definitely be purchasing for my classroom when published!

This delightful and inspirational children's book is full of color and descriptive language. Children will adore this book, inspiring them to try new things, and work hard even when no one is watching.

The illustrations are so BIG and have such color and movement! I can see many story tellers having a ball with this one. The message is easy and applicable to all- don't give up, sometimes things are tough to learn, but you got it! And I really loved seeing the main character be able to pass along the lesson as well, the book wasn't just a full stop at their learning.

I read this to my 7 and 4 year old! They loved it! At the end my son responded with "aww how sweet." I think that the message for this book was wonderful. All children can benefit from encouragement to keep trying for their goals and it was modeled in such a good way. I will be recommending this book to my family and friends who have small children.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book.

This was a cute story about friendship and determination.Vern was unable to pump while swinging so other kids made fun of him.A girl decided to help .Vern tried and tried til she had to go home .He thought about giving up but he did not do it.After he finally got it he was able to show another kid how to pump.

This book is wonderful visually. I felt like the words were a bit forced, and often took away from the illustrations which are themselves very engaging. I love the idea of this story, but feel like it has some rough edges left to sand out. The book follows a child who wants to swing but doesn't know how; their friend Gretchen empathizes by talking about how hard it can be to learn something new, and shares the secret to swinging! But even knowing all the steps, learning new things can take time and practice. Once you've figured it out though, there is the great joy of being able to help someone else learn too. All of that is absolutely amazing, the essence of the story and the illustrations are why I give it 4 stars. The specific wording is why it is not five.

Vibrant. This sweet book is full of bright colors and energy. Every child loves to go to a playground and swings are a favorite activity. The lively colors in the illustrations will also inspire children to try this art style!

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A cute idea for a story, but didn't particularly love it. Good message on not giving up and bringing others along.

An adorable, hilarious, and fun read with incredible, colorful art, this is sure to become a modern classic.