When one reflects on being ill, they rarely, if ever, consider it a fun experience. What joy can be had when your body is fighting cold or flu symptoms? Nothing, right? Wrong! Mason Catches the Sky shows readers that being stuck inside doesn't have to be boring. Follow Mason's example, take a look outside, and let your imagination turn a boring day into an extraordinary one.

Mason was feeling under the weather and also upset that it meant he couldn't play with his friends, go to school, or go to the park. He watched the world from his living room windows, wishing he were out there instead of indoors because being inside was so boring. There was no fun to be had, or so he thought. Mason's Mami (Spanish for "mom") asks her son to look outside and tell her what he sees. When he responds with "pajaritos" (Spanish for "little birds"), she asks what the birds are doing. His response to that question opens his mind up for an adventure, where he catches an airplane, watches trees play tag, notices a sleeping chimney, and pretends to fly.

Though Mason Catches the Sky is written for English-speaking audiences, it contains a few Spanish words. Those who don't speak Spanish might find it difficult to pronounce or decipher some words, such as "iSí, lo veo!" (translation: "Yes, I see it.") A pronunciation key might be helpful for some young readers.

Mason Catches the Sky is a sweet, lovely story with beautiful illustrations that demonstrates how one family turned a dreary day into one filled with love and laughter. The next time you're sick, I recommend reading this delightful story and following Mason's example: look outside your window and let your imagination flow!

I agree with Amazon's recommended reading age of 3-7 years.