The Penguin Who Painted the Autumn Sky

When spring begins blooming in the north, autumn quietly arrives in Antarctica.

As golden light stretches across the ice and the days slowly shorten, Paddle the penguin notices something the others do not – the sky is changing, and its colours will not last forever.

While whales feed beneath the waves, seals rest on drifting ice, and young penguins prepare to leave home, Paddle wonders how such beautiful moments can be remembered.

So Paddle does what he does best.

He paints.

With every brushstroke, he discovers that although seasons change, the moments we treasure can remain with us long after they have passed.

A gentle Antarctic autumn picture book about creativity, change, and wonder, The Penguin Who Painted the Autumn Sky celebrates the beauty of nature and reminds us to cherish special moments while they are here.

Perfect for children ages 5-9, bedtime reading, classroom discussions, and families who enjoy thoughtful stories about nature, the changing seasons, and seeing the world with wonder.

A gentle reminder that although beautiful moments do not last forever, they can stay with us through the memories we create.

A free Discussion Guide with discussion questions, activities, and author notes for all 13 books in the Heartglow Collection is also available.