An aspiring artist discovers the beauty of everyday life. Since Roberto hopes to be a renowned artist one day, he only paints bright and vibrant scenes. He refuses to paint images of the poor children playing or old Stefano and his donkey. One day, a cobbler lends Roberto a pair of sandals and whispers that they may allow him to see the world in a new light. As he wears the sandals, Roberto soon begins to value his surroundings and the virtues of other people.

 

This book was recognised by the Colorado Book Award.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published 2012 by Pelican Publishing Co .

KATHLEEN T. PELLEY is an elementary-school teacher and the author of numerous children's books. Her accolades include the Colorado Book Award and the Bank Street Best Book Award. Pelley is a member of the Colorado Authors' League and the Authors Guild. Award-winning illustrator Lois Sprague has provided art work for children's books, along with such publications as Christianity Today and Decision Magazine. Her accolades include a Faculty Award of Superior Achievement and a Purchase Award from the Quincy Art Club. In addition to participating in exhibits around the country, Sprague conducts "live art" on stage. She graduated from the American Academy of Art and lives in Woodland Park, Colorado.