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"When people understand how the world works, magic becomes science." These words belong to David, the little boy in the center the beautifully illustrated and thoroughly engaging children's book When Echo Met Shadow, capturing the wonderful essence of the story as it unfolds with every turn (or scroll) of the page.

It all begins with David, trying to play with his friend, Echo. Much to David's frustration, Echo can only repeat his words back to him, and nothing else. Naturally, David is upset. He then turns to Shadow for company. Unfortunately, just like Echo, Shadow is a very annoying copycat and a disappointment. When David moves to the right, so does Shadow. When David moves to the left, Shadow follows. Why won't Shadow dance with him? His friends are so boring! If only Echo and Shadow can come alive and really play. Forreal. This is where, in a wonderful and clever twist, David's magical thinking turns everything on its head. With a little help from David's parents, the young boy comes up with the perfect solution. What David does next elevates the story. It becomes not just deliciously whimsical, but also surprisingly and perfectly plausible. Poetry meets cleverly disguised scientific prose, in the best possible way. For those young readers who wish to learn more, the author has also included a very informative and fun afterword. Spoiler alert: it's not just for kids. Parents can also find out some pretty interesting facts about sounds and shapes at the end of the book.

We are all living in unprecedented times. And now, more than ever, the world needs books like When Echo Met Shadow. They not only tell a great story, but are a superb teaching tool for inquisitive young minds. And above all, they inspire. Who knows? Just like David, your own child "magician" could be tomorrow's Nikola Tesla or Marie Curie. This book is a must read for the real superheroes of our future. "

     - Boriana Todorov, author of The Moon Rock and Oliver's Tantrums