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 Harvey Ball, 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 Jackie, ...