Using watermelon, the fruit that instantly brings summer to mind, this picture book invites readers to taste and enjoy all kinds of delight through their eyes. The book stands out for its excellent combination of color, characters, and story. With red, yellow, white, green, and black—and mysterious little dots that may exist somewhere—the joyful process of creating a watermelon is vividly portrayed.
In this world, there are tiny dots we do not yet know. One day, a single seed flies toward them. The seed looks hard and full of secrets, and the five dots join forces to turn it into a huge watermelon. When it is finished, they all gather inside and fall asleep together.
The dots in this book also reflect children who are full of curiosity, each with their own unique personality, focusing intently on what fascinates them. The excitement we feel when our curiosity is satisfied, the joy of accomplishment after completing something—these emotions are no different from the dots gathered inside the finished watermelon.