The Journey of Yuan and Kian: How a land unicorn and a sea unicorn created the stars in the sky

by Marin Darmonkow

The Journey of Yuan and Kian is a whimsical children's picture book about a land unicorn, Yuan, and a sea unicorn (or narwhal), Kian, and how they created the stars in the pitch-black sky. Yuan's job is to poke holes in the soil with his horn so that people can plant seeds and grow fruits and vegetables. Kian's job is to poke holes in the ocean with his horn so that the marine animals can get some air. When Yuan meets Kian, they form an immediate friendship and help each other dig holes faster so they can have time to play after work. Unfortunately, the evenings are dark and they realize that no one can play after sunset. With some help from the other animals, they find a way to add light to the night sky, allowing playtime to last longer. This children's picture book has a touch of magic and its connection to folktales and fables will be enjoyed and admired by kids who like a meaningful story and dreaming big. With its message of "when you believe, you are," The Journey of Yuan and Kian definitely deserves its place on children's bookshelves.

34 pages, Hardcover

Published September 12, 2023

Reviews

[LitPick Book Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Journey of Yuan and Kian by Marin Darmonkow is a charming story about a unicorn and a narwhal who embark on a mission to "add light to the night sky." Along the way, they encounter different animals and learn about their unique characteristics. Yuan and Kian ask each of these animals to teach them how to fly, as they know that flying is a skill they need to add light to the night sky. None of the animals they met taught them how to fly until they met the stork. The stork started to teach Yuan and Kian how to fly but to no avail. Will Yuan and Kian ever learn how to fly to add light to the night sky? Read on to unravel the adventures of Yuan and Kian!

The Journey of Yuan and Kian is a fascinating book that explores differences, similarities, and uniqueness of one’s character. The story captivates the reader’s imagination by showing impossible scenarios and yet making them seem so relatable, such as a narwhal learning to walk on land. The story also teaches an important lesson about perseverance and self-belief, inspiring readers to embrace their uniqueness and never give up on their dreams. The illustrations vividly depict the imaginative plot, and the text is formatted in an easily readable style. It is a great book for self-discovery, and it can serve as an inspiration for readers to embrace their unique qualities and never give up on their dreams. With beautiful illustrations and a heartwarming plot, this book is a must-read for both children and adults!

[K.A. Mulenga · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! There is so much to say about this brilliant children's picture book. Firstly I loved the beautiful illustrations. Secondly , the book teaches children about the different features that animals have(elephant tusks, anteater snout, birds beak etc). Thirdly, I was impressed with the authors vivid imagination of how stars were created. And last but not least, I love the saying, When You Believe, You Are.

Highly recommended!