What We'll Build
Plans for Our Together Future
Published on 14. March 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
48 pages
978-0-00-838221-6 (ISBN)
Description
A spectacular new title from world-renowned artist Oliver Jeffers, creator of the global phenomenon Here We Are!
What shall we build, you and I?
I'll build your future and you'll build mine.
We'll build a watch to keep our time.
A father and daughter set about laying the foundations for their life together. Using their own special tools, they get to work; building memories to cherish, a home to keep them safe and love to keep them warm.
From renowned, internationally bestselling picture-book creator and visual artist, Oliver Jeffers, comes this rare and enduring story about a parent's boundless love, life's endless opportunities and all we need to build a together future.
What shall we build, you and I?
I'll build your future and you'll build mine.
We'll build a watch to keep our time.
A father and daughter set about laying the foundations for their life together. Using their own special tools, they get to work; building memories to cherish, a home to keep them safe and love to keep them warm.
From renowned, internationally bestselling picture-book creator and visual artist, Oliver Jeffers, comes this rare and enduring story about a parent's boundless love, life's endless opportunities and all we need to build a together future.
Reviews / Votes
Praise for Here We Are: "The witty images are atmospheric and full of enthralling detail" Nicolette Jones / The Times "An optimistic snapshot of contemporary life, this heartfelt hug of a book ought to become a classic" The Guardian "Beautiful illustrations" Creative Review "There is a childlike awe and wonder about the stars and planets in the book" The Irish Times 'Delightfully illustrated' Time 'Beautifully illustrated' Artists & Illustrators 'This performer had assured pace and charm. The storytelling was captivating and a beautifully realised gem, with a surprise ending. Gorgeous!' Audio Production Awards judgesMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
HarperCollins Publishers
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 2 years
Product notice
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Picture book
Dimensions
Height: 278 mm
Width: 239 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Weight
310 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-00-838221-6 (9780008382216)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
Book
10/2020
HarperCollins
€19.50
Available immediately
E-Book
10/2020
1st Edition
HarperCollins
€11.89
Available for download
Person
Oliver Jeffers makes art and tells stories. From his much-loved debut, How to Catch a Star, he has gone on to create a collection of award-winning and bestselling picture books, which have been translated all over the globe, including the New York Times number 1 bestseller and TIME Magazine Best Book of the Year, Here We Are. Oliver is from Belfast and now lives and works in Brooklyn. He has rudimentary building skills, but a lot of imagination and some new team mates