“Connie reminds us to slow down and look closely at our world, that we make mistakes when we judge too quickly. It is in the moments of pause and reflection that we see detail and nuance. She reminds us that shapes we see in the dark change when we bring them to light. Whether objects or fears or misunderstandings, we only see clearly when there’s light.”

“Surprising Silhouettes should be a must-read in every early childhood classroom, a required resource for every children’s library, and a must-have on every parent’s nightstand. Connie Tamaddon utilizes her photographic genius to create a stunning visual moral tale, destined to be a classic as it reminds us to pause before we judge a pig by its shadow or a cat by its silhouette or a book by its cover or a person by the color of their skin or hair. Pause and look a little deeper to discover the treasure inside which may be delicious gumdrops and licorice; fresh, mouthwatering pasta; or the subtle makings of a lifelong friend. If children can embrace this valuable lesson then our world can truly become a more kind and gentle and tolerant place.”

“Surprising Silhouettes 2 is a visually arresting book that not only delights with bright colours and interesting visuals, but also educates and inspires imagination. This book, with its everyday objects transformed into beloved animals, captures the whimsy of childhood perfectly. By showing children that they can transform yarn, paint brushes, sunglasses and so much more into anything they can imagine, Surprising Silhouettes 2 shows our kids just how many possibilities there are in the world. At Free the Children, our goal is to build a future where every child is free to transform her life, her community and her world. It is refreshing to find a book that shares this same goal, and we are happy to have found such a book in Surprising Silhouettes 2.”

“Surprising Silhouettes provides a unique experience for all children, parents, and professionals alike. As a clinician working with children with autism, I found that the book peaked interested through its creativity, novelty and colorful imaging. The pictures and surprises found within each page create opportunities for imagination and discussion on how to think in new ways. As with many situations, it is easy to jump to the easiest, most obvious assumption. However, used as a teaching guide, this book provides an opportunity to develop a love for thinking and imagining. Surprising Silhouettes offers delightful entertainment to the leisurely reader, offers opportunities for dialogue and discussion to the parent, and offers teaching opportunities to the professional working with children. It is a brilliant example of imagination captured in print. This is a must-read for children and an important addition to the classroom.”