The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei Awareness Tour is presented in partnership* with Jeanne Walker Harvey and The Children’s Book Review.
Join us on an inspiring adventure as we kick off the virtual book tour for Jeanne Walker Harvey’s latest book, The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei.
In 1981, architect I. M. Pei was tasked with redesigning the Louvre Museum in Paris, a challenge that would lead to the iconic glass pyramid at its center. Despite facing obstacles, including discrimination and skepticism about his modern design, Pei’s persistence and vision transformed the Louvre into the masterpiece it is today. The Glass Pyramid: The Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei tells the inspiring story of how one architect’s determination reshaped a cultural landmark.
A valuable addition to school libraries and home collections, The Glass Pyramid offers young readers an engaging introduction to architecture and the incredible visionary I.M. Pei!
—The Children’s Book Review
In a Starred review from Booklist, reviewer Rachel Chapman says, “With helpful back matter offering even more context, this is a worthwhile addition to any picture-book collection, especially where books about architects, artists, and architecture are popular.”
Follow along on our virtual book tour and enter to win. Three winners will receive signed copies of The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei, plus a Louvre tote bag. One grand prize winner will receive a tote bag and a class set of 30 books. Enter below!
The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei
Virtual Tour Dates
| Sunday, April 20, 2025 The Children’s Book Review Book Review of The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
| Monday, April 21, 2025 The Starlit Path Book Review of The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
| Tuesday, April 22, 2025 Me Two Books Book Review of The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
| Wednesday, April 23, 2025 One More Exclamation Book Review of The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
| Thursday, April 24, 2025 The Fairview Review Book Review of The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
| Friday, April 25, 2025 icefairy’s Treasure Chest Book Review of The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
| Monday, April 28, 2025 The Children’s Book Review Author Interview with Jeanne Walker Harvey |
| Tuesday, April 29, 2025 Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers Book Review of The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
| Wednesday, April 30, 2025 Crafty Moms Share Book Review of The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
| Thursday, May 1, 2025 Cover Lover Book Review Book Review of The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
| Friday, May 2, 2025 Beth Anderson’s Blog Guest Post about The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
| Friday, May 2, 2025 @Bookstr Author Interview with Jeanne Walker Harvey |
| Monday, May 5, 2025 The Children’s Book Review Instagram Reel about The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
| Tuesday, May 6, 2025 Glass of Wine, Glass of Milk Book Review of The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
| Wednesday, May 7, 2025 Froggy Read Teach Book Review of The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
| Thursday, May 8, 2025 A Blue Box Full of Books Book Review of The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
| Friday, May 9, 2025 Simply 7 Interview Author Interview with Jeanne Walker Harvey |
| Monday, May 12, 2025 PagesforPaige Book Review of The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
| Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Deliciously Savvy Book Review of The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
| Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Country Mamas With Kids Book Review of The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei |
The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei
Book Giveaway
The Glass Pyramid: Book Giveaway
About the Book
The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I.M. Pei
Written by Jeanne Walker Harvey
Illustrated by Khoa Le
Ages: 4+ | 40 Pages
Publisher: Atheneum / Simon & Schuster (2025) | ISBN: 978-1665953337
Publisher’s Book Summary: In 1981, I. M. Pei was on a mission. A successful architect known for his modern designs, Pei was asked by the French president to redesign the Louvre Museum in Paris, home to the Mona Lisa and now famous for the glass pyramid at its center. At the time, the Louvre had many problems and no pyramid.
Pei faced many obstacles, including discrimination because he was Chinese American. Determined to succeed and make the Louvre a welcome place for all, Pei worked hard—and sometimes in secret. This is the story of a visionary who worked patiently and persistently to solve problems and achieve his goals: to plant and grow a glass pyramid.
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About the Author
Jeanne Walker Harvey studied literature and psychology at Stanford University and has worn many job hats, ranging from being a roller coaster ride operator to an attorney, a middle school language arts teacher, and a long-time docent for school groups at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. She is the award-winning author of several books for young readers, including the picture book biographies Else B. in the Sea: The Woman Who Painted the Wonders of the Sea, Dressing up the Stars: The Story of Movie Costume Designer Edith Head, Ablaze with Color: A Story of Painter Alma Thomas, Maya Lin: Artist-Architect of Light and Lines, and The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei. Jeanne lives in Northern California.
Visit her online at jeanneharvey.com.
About the Illustrator
Khoa Le lives in Vietnam and graduated from the Ho Chi Minh City University of Fine Arts. She has dedicated most of her professional life to working in publishing, illustrating numerous books that have been published in Europe, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Vietnam. Currently, she works and lives with her cats.
Visit her online at khoaleartwork.com.
Thanks for following along with us on Jeanne Walker Harvey’s The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei awareness tour!
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