Dexet, Hector. Little Seed. Hector Dexet, Illus. Post Wave, 03/2025. [24]pp. Picture Book. Trade $19.99. 979-8-89509-003-9. GRADES Preschool–2. ADDITIONAL.
Originally published in French in 2022, a sunflower seed describes its journey to become a flower: “I wait patiently for the arrival of a new season, for just the right moment. Suddenly, there is a gust of wind, and… up I go!” The story continues through the seasons until it changes from a seed to a large sunflower. The illustrations add interest and more information, using gatefold pages, die-cut holes, and flaps, which may not last long due to library usage. The graphic style art uses bright colors on white backgrounds, featuring small animals and insects close-up. The mechanics of the folds and flaps make this a better choice for one-on-one sharing instead of storytime. The adult reader may need to fill in more information on how a seed germinates.
Penny Peck—San José State University iSchool