Looking for Yesterday

Description

How can tomorrow ever be as good as yesterday? Boy doesn't think it can be and puts all his scientific knowledge to use, trying to work out how to go faster than the speed of light and make time go backwards. His grandad discovers him exploring the garden looking for wormholes, a possible shortcut back to yesterday - and reassures him that tomorrow will hold great experiences, which will become new treasured memories. A powerful reminder to 'seize the day'. Nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal.

Alison Jay graduated from the London College of Printing with a first class degree in graphic design and, after a short stint working in animation, has been an illustrator ever since. She has over 30 children's books to her name and has been nominated for some of the most prestigious awards.

This contemplative blend of philosophy, science and whimsy will get readers thinking. * Kirkus Reviews * A wonderful choice for one-on-one sharing that demonstrates the value of science and contains a weighty message for both adult and child. * School Library Journal * A 'The Bookseller Pick' on publication * The Bookseller * Looking for yesterday is a lyrical, exquisitely-illustrated adventure through time and a heartfelt entreaty not to dwell in the past but look to the future - for our greatest adventures are still ahead of us. (A lesson that adults need to learn just as much as children.) It is also a poignant portrayal of a relationship between grandson and grandad and a lovely synthesis of scientific concepts and realms of the imagination. -- Rebecca Rouillard * Armadillo magazine *