One Light

Ages 3 to 6

A radiant picture book with a powerful message: you’re never too small to make a difference.

Mouse feels all alone one dark and dreary night. She wonders if anybody else feels lonely, too. She’s not sure if a single person can make a difference, but she decides to try.

Mouse lit one light…

and the result is magical. One by one, others in the neighborhood follow Mouse’s lead. With each new spark, the stormy night becomes less gloomy. This luminous picture book is a brilliant and tender call to action, encouraging readers to spread kindness and create change in the world – one light at a time.

About the Author

Christie Matheson is the author and illustrator of many acclaimed books for children, including Plant the Tiny Seed and Shelter. She lives in San Francisco with her family. Follow her on Instagram @christiematheson.

Anuska Allepuz grew up in Spain where she studied Fine Arts at the University of Salamanca and now lives in Cambridge, England. Some of her books include Little Green Donkey and The Dream Train: Poems for Bedtime by Sean Taylor. Follow her on Instagram @anuskaallepuz.