CHILDREN'S
Released: Oct. 4, 2011
"Timeless wisdom, splendidly decked out. (Pop-up fables. 6-10)"
Huge, extravagantly designed and detailed pop-up illustrations for 10 classic cautionary tales showcase a trio of uncommon talents.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Oct. 1, 2011
"A droll visit to a garage that's anything but five-star. (Lift-the-flap picture book. 5-7)"
In this witty, flap-happy episode, a crew of lazy mechanics fix Mr. Bear's car--but only temporarily.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Oct. 1, 2011
"The diminutive humans' unhesitating generosity to one in need adds a warm glow to this gourmand's delight. (Pop-up. 6-8)"
A dismayed lad learns that 10 slices of pizza, 33 jars of peanut butter and 200 cookies are only hors d'oeuvres for a peckish giant. What to do?
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Oct. 1, 2011
"The book is available in just about every format--but this is the perfect one. (Pop-up picture book. 3-6)"
It's hard to believe that a pop-up wasn't the creators' original intention, so seamlessly do moveable parts dovetail into this modern classic's storyline.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 27, 2011
"A grand display item, undeniably fragile but capable of surviving--and rewarding--multiple careful readings. (Pop-up picture book/religion. 6-8, adult)"
Dazzlingly intricate paper sculptures commemorate both the holiday and some of the settings in which it has been celebrated over the centuries since "Jewish freedom first was fought."
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2011
"Trite, but very attractively presented, this gift book will charm some little girls and easily teach them snippets of Japanese while engaging them in recognizing unusual patterns. (Picture book. 4-6)"
Kokeshi, northern Japanese wooden folk dolls, are painted with differently designed kimonos that denote the area in which they are made and form the inspiration for this pretty novelty.
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