Clouds by Angie and Alli Simpson. Illus. by Lucy Fleming

Clouds is a thoughtfully written rhyming story about the treasured memories of growing up and the bond between a mother and daughter over a period of time. Making shapes and dreams out of clouds has long been a past-time for children and adults all over the world. This book expands on that and tells of a mother remembering and sharing her daughter’s journey as she walks along a beach.

The illustrations by Lucy Fleming are quite striking in their own right and complement the text beautifully.

Clouds was inspired by Australian singer Cody Simpson’s lullaby. He is the son and brother of the authors, Angie and Ali Simpson. At the end of the book is personal information of how the story evolved.

Themes: Clouds, Imagination, Mother/Daughter Relationships, Life Journey, Dreams.

Kathryn Beilby