THOUGHTS ARE AIR

A beautiful and timely book for anyone who needs a little inspiration to turn their dreams into reality.

When a trio of friends happen upon a neighborhood tree falling into decay, an idea catches hold. But what makes a dream become a plan, and how does a plan lead to a brighter tomorrow? With deceptively simple verse, Thoughts Are Air brilliantly links thoughts, words, and actions to the water cycle. Just as air becomes water become solid matter, thoughts become words become actions. The comparison is subtle yet powerful--air condensing into matter; ideas condensing into doing something that matters. Completely unique and utterly accessible, this is a book to inspire curiosity and spark change-making ideas in readers young and old.

Key selling points
- "You can do it!": The gentle, galvanizing message of this picture book makes it a natural next read for fans of What Do You Do With an Idea? by Kobi Yamada or A Is For Activist by Innosanto Nagara.
- Conscientious kiddos: Between 2019's massive Climate Strike and Greta Thurnburg's rousing UN speech, kids are more aware of their impact on the environment than ever and are curious about how they can make a difference. This book shows that small steps can have a big impact.
- Stunning illustrations: Brazilian illustrator Irena Freitas' illustrations are vibrant and inviting. Each imaginatively drawn spread is brimming with rich details that are a joy to discover.
- A story to share: The text's effortless verse makes Thoughts Are Air a breeze to read aloud.

Michael Arndt is an author-illustrator and graphic designer. He lives in New York City.
Irena Freitas is an award-winning illustrator. She lives in Brazil.