The Stars Will Still Shine By: Cynthia Rylant

I am not sure how I feel about this book. It was a very simple picture book with very few words. The illustrations were beautifully done using the crayon technique but they seem to be geared towards an older person. The very first page reads this new year...., I wonder if it is referring to an actual new year coming to pass. It seems to be filled with positive resolutions and speculations of what the new year will bring. It will bring the night and stars of course. It will also bring birds, the birth of new animals, and flowers. That reminds me of Spring and what it brings every year. To the author, it will also bring family times and comfortable times such as snuggling to keep warm and baking pie. It was a very warm and calm book. I wonder how I could use this one with older kids. Any suggestions?