Where Are You Going, Emma?

by Jeanne Titherington

Emma climbs over the stone wall in the meadow, on the first stage of a journey of discovery and adventure. "This quiet celebration of the beauty of nature and the appreciation of solitude combines with the reassuring presence of a loved one, resulting in a satisfying experience to share with young children."--School Library Journal.

Genres: Childrens

24 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1988

About the author

"It was never my plan to become a writer and illustrator of children's books. Although I knew from the age of ten that I wanted to be an artist, it took a long time to discover just what kind of an artist I would be.

"When I was in art school, first at Pratt Institute and then at Portland School of Art, I was a painting major.

"After exhibiting my work several times during the next few years, I was encouraged by a friend familiar with publishing to try my hand at illustration. On a whim I made a completely unorganized trip to New York, then Boston. Despite the fact that I did everything all wrong, I managed to get my first job illustrating a children's book. I've been illustrating ever since, and now, with the help and encouragement of Susan Hirschman, I am writing children's books as well.

"I grew up in Maine and still summer there, but I presently live and work in Houston, Texas, with my daughter, Anna, and son, John Gabriel. I love what I do and feel truly blessed in the life I have."

Reviews

[Gail · Rating 2 out of 5]

There is something ghostly about the illustrations. I half expect someone to die, maybe because the dedication says, "To the Angels".

[Phil · Rating 4 out of 5]

A tiny adventure for a small girl. And love to caring grandpas everywhere. Beautiful art.

[Sebin · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book does't seem like it has a real story line however, when you think about it, it is about a little girl named Emma going to explore the real world outside. No matter how small you are and the world so large, Emma explore the world around her, climbing stones and picking flower. The illustrations arent the most appealing but are of real people.

[Catherine · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another beautiful book by Jeanne Titherington. The story is simple and charming, and would probably be very appealing to preschool aged children. The illustrations are quite beautiful.