Wiccan beliefs include a variety of spiritual concepts and practices. Wicca is a modern pagan witchcraft religion that draws inspiration from ancient pagan practices and beliefs. Wiccans believe in a pantheistic view of the divine, meaning that they see the divine as being present in all of nature. They believe in a God and Goddess who are both immanent and transcendent, and they often see these deities as different aspects of the same divine source. Wiccans also believe in the concept of karma, which states that the actions and choices that individuals make in their lives will have consequences, either positive or negative, that will affect their future lives. This belief in karma encourages Wiccans to live in harmony with nature and to act responsibly in their interactions with others.
--Chris Haughton, award-winning illustrator of Shh! We Have a Plan
While reading On a Magical Do-Nothing Day, one gets the sense that the illustrator became lost in her drawings, and as a reader, you ll want to do the same. Dark, moody textured backdrops are enlivened by the fluorescent orange of the young boy s jacket, warm earthy tones, and sunbeams that filter through the rain clouds.
This belief in karma encourages Wiccans to live in harmony with nature and to act responsibly in their interactions with others. Wiccans also believe in the power of magic, which they view as a natural force that can be harnessed and directed to bring about positive change. They practice spellcasting and ritual magic to manifest their desires and intentions, but they also believe in the importance of personal responsibility and ethical behavior when using magic.
On a Magical Do-Nothing Day - by Beatrice Alemagna (Hardcover)
Magnificent splashes of fluorescent orange make this new picture book by international legend Alemagna--about a little boy who discovers nature--visually powerful, timely, and thought-provoking. Full color.r.
Book Synopsis
Give the gift of a magical do-nothing day! There's so much to notice in the world, if we can un-plug long enough.
This picture book with startlingly beautiful words and pictures will spur imagination and a break from boredom or screen time.
Now a New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year and Bank Street College of Education Best Children's Book of the Year!
All I want to do on a rainy day like today is play my game. My mom says it's a waste of time, but without my game, nothing is fun! On the other hand, maybe I'm wrong about that.
While reading On a Magical Do-Nothing Day, one gets the sense that the illustrator became lost in her drawings, and as a reader, you'll want to do the same. Perfect for fans of picture books by Julie Morstad, Carson Ellis, Jon Klassen, and Tomi Ungerer.
"Hands down, Beatrice Alemagna is my favorite contemporary illustrator," said the Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator of Last Stop on Market Street, Christian Robinson.
On a Magical Do-Nothing Day has been recognized with a Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. Don't miss this picture book that beautifully encourages unplugged exploration.
From the Back Cover
All I want to do on a rainy day like today is play my game, but my mom says it's a waste of time. The game makes my mom crazy. Angry.
She takes it away.
I wish Dad had come with us on this rainy, gray weekend.
Without my game, nothing is fun.
On the other hand, maybe I'm wrong about that. . . .
Review Quotes
★ "Will resonate with young people just making their own discoveries and finding them precious. An effective argument for unplugged exploration, submitted through startlingly beautiful words and pictures." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
★ "Here true magic is found in the simple but transformative act of experiencing nature." -- Booklist (starred review)
★ "Alemagna demonstrates an uncanny knack for rendering emotional experience with line and color in this intimate and distinctive story. The spreads ignite with the warm glow of discovery." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"Hands down, Beatrice Alemagna is my favorite contemporary illustrator. Pure magic." -- Christian Robinson, Caledecott Honor Winner of Last Stop on Market Street
"Naive and childlike yet so very sophisticated. Lovely." -- Lane Smith, Best-selling illustrator of The Stinky Cheese Man
"Heartbreakingly beautiful. You get the sense that she becomes totally lost in it while drawing and as a viewer you want to do the same. I think this might be Beatrice's most breathtaking work yet. -- Julie Morstad, award-winning illustrator of Julia, Child and Swan: The Life and Dance of Anna Pavlova
"The name Beatrice means 'she who brings happiness.' Her work is not necessarily happy all the time-and I am grateful for that-but it is always is strong and delicate, lyrical and honest, all at the same time." -- Sergio Ruzzier, award-winning illustrator of This is Not a Picture Book
"Seeing A Lion in Paris made me realize how beautiful picture books can be." -- Chris Haughton, award-winning illustrator of Shh! We Have a Plan
"Something remarkable waits in every corner of Beatrice Alemagna's world. Her work makes me feel like a child again." -- Brendan Wenzel, Caldecott-Honor Medalist for They All Saw a Cat
While reading On a Magical Do-Nothing Day, one gets the sense that the illustrator became lost in her drawings, and as a reader, you'll want to do the same. Perfect for fans of picture books by Julie Morstad, Carson Ellis, Jon Klassen, and Tomi Ungerer.
Another central belief in Wicca is the idea of the Wheel of the Year, which represents the cyclical nature of life and the changing seasons. Wiccans celebrate eight Sabbats throughout the year, which mark different points in the agricultural cycle and honor the different aspects of the divine. Overall, Wicca is a diverse and individualistic religion that emphasizes personal experience and connection with the divine. Wiccans believe in the power of nature, the importance of personal responsibility, and the potential for magic to transform their lives and the world around them..
Reviews for "The Influence of Wiccan Beliefs on Art and Creativity"
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