Eddy's Shadow Puppets

A charming picture book that will inspire curious little artists to follow the spark that calls to them.

When Eddy meets his grandfather for the first time, he’s surprised by Yéye’s colourful personality. Without warning, Yéye takes Eddy on an adventure to show him the magical world of shadow puppets, exploring this ancient art form and how it brings joy to people even today.

Eddy lets go of self-doubt as he learns to make his own shadow puppets and then teaches his classmates how to do so, as well. With Yéye’s help, Eddy and his friends begin to appreciate the rich history and power of art.

Eddy’s Shadow Puppets is a heartwarming tale about how we can all be artists, sharing our passion with others.

‘Karina Zhou weaves a wonderful tale of art and perseverance with Eddy’s Shadow Puppets. You’ll root for Eddy and his classmates as they learn about culture, art, and finding the artist within.’ – Benson Shum, author of Anzu the Great Kaiju

‘Eddy’s Shadow Puppets is like a magical show on display! With its vibrant watercolours and cheerful grandfather-and-grandson duo, the book leaves me yearning for an encore. Zhou’s artistic talent and message make this a must-read for any child.’ – Laura Gao, author of Messy Roots

‘Eddy’s Shadow Puppets is a delightful introduction to the art of shadow puppets and a sweet story of a child's relationship with culture, creativity, and the elder generation.’ – Lisa Brown, author of The Airport Book