My Dad Invented the Smile: The True Story Behind the Iconic Yellow Smiley Face

What would t-shirts, emojis, stickers, and text messages be without the classic yellow smiley face? Before it became a global symbol of joy, it began with one artist—and one dad.

In this vibrant and heartfelt picture book, readers meet

, the Massachusetts graphic designer who, in 1963, created the bright yellow smile that would eventually circle the globe.

Told through the imaginative voice of his daughter

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