Hands reach.
Hands teach.
Hands tell stories
of life and love.

Simple text and illustrations done in thick black lines with spots of vibrant color accentuate the perfect moments of life that originate with the hands.
Starting with the clap of a baby's chubby new hands, then waving goodbye as the first trip on the school bus is made. Tossing your cap in the air as you celebrate the success of graduating from college to shaking hands with someone new. Then finding the hand to hold forever and watching the cycle start anew.

“Newman’s two-word sentences, woven with his spontaneous, expressive drawings, lead to affecting phrasing that’s poignant and stirring.... A lovely tribute to growing up that will endearingly mature with its readers.”-- Kirkus, STARRED Review