Aster and the Mixed-Up Magic grief When a shortcut leads them

When a shortcut leads them down an old logging road

The Matter seems to be everywhere

Caldecott Honor winner Carson Ellis explores halves and wholes in an ingenious and thought-provoking picture book

and flowers on each page

It’s a personal project

Aster and the Mixed-Up Magic grief When a shortcut leads themAster is charming, resourceful, and fun." Dana Simpson, author of Phoebe and Her Unicorn Magic turned Aster's life upside down and it's not over! Get ready for more family, more fun, and even more magic in this graphic novel adventure. Moving to the middle of nowhere has been less of a disaster than Aster expected. Her mom's science experiments are actually pretty cool; her dad's cooking has gotten much better; her new dog is possibly the best canine