The Geyser Sisters

A national bestseller! Two sisters live in harmony with and protect a geyser in this modern folktale woven together through luminous collage art from a Caldecott Honor winner.

On an island of moss and mist, two sisters coexist with the land, its animals, and a geyser that generously warms their home. But as the nearby village grows, people begin tossing their garbage into the geyser … without considering the consequences. Soon, the geyser must find a way to stop them, and the result is a reminder the village will never forget.

This lyrical tale with intricately layered and boldly colored collage illustrations by Caldecott Honoree Micha Archer gives fresh voice to an ever-important message about protecting nature’s wonders.

• A National Bestseller
• "As bright and unexpected as the geyser itself, this beautiful story of nature's power reminds us of the importance of listening to our world."
  Jane Yolen, award-winning author of Owl Moon
• * “A fascinating tale that flows with the ease of a spoken storyteller and shines with phenomenal illustrations. A must-purchase.”
  School Library Journal, starred review
• * “[A] richly illustrated fable…. Stunning illustrations bring the Nordic setting to life."
  The Horn Book, starred review
• “Told with the rhythm of a fable, this richly visual story explores conservation and community. Archer’s layered, patchwork collages radiate dreamlike warmth, making the tale feel both mythical and lived-in, with clever details like a hidden face in the geyser’s steam…. A cozy cautionary tale with explosive appeal.”
  Kirkus Reviews
• “A folksy fable with high-pressure stakes…. A kaleidoscopic array of rainbow-colored patterns gives intricate paper-collage and ink artwork a tactile textile effect.”
  Publishers Weekly
• “A timely cautionary tale about caring for the Earth, and… a feast for the eyes with luscious, expressive collage illustrations of astounding detail.”
  Booklist