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It Takes Two: Unlikely Pals in Picture Books (page 2)


Cover art for DOG AND BEAR
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2007

"The larger-than-usual trim size ensures a happy crossover between early readers and read-alouds—a great gift for both audiences. (Picture book/early reader. 4-8)"
A stuffed bear and an ebullient dachshund, best of friends, are introduced to beginning readers in three sweet chapters. Read full book review >
Cover art for BRAVE BITSY AND THE BEAR
CHILDREN'S
Released: Oct. 16, 2006
by Angela McAllister, illustrated by Tiphanie Beeke

"Young listeners will be as pleased as bear to make Bitsy's acquaintance. (Picture book. 3-6)"
A charming tale of an unlikely friendship, this British import has an old-fashioned feel. Read full book review >
Cover art for FLUFFY AND BARON
CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2006
by Laura Rankin, illustrated by Laura Rankin

"An author's note on the final page offers useful information on both domestic and wild ducks, including migration and the life cycle. (Picture book. 3-6)"
Rankin draws on her own childhood memories in this satisfying story of an unusual friendship between a German shepherd and a domestic duck. Read full book review >
Cover art for DUCK & GOOSE
CHILDREN'S
Released: Jan. 24, 2006
by Tad Hills, illustrated by Tad Hills

"Readers will likely hope to see more of this adorable odd couple. (Picture book. 3-6)"
When Duck and Goose enter the stage from opposite sides of the frontispiece, striding determinedly across a meadow toward a large, polka-dotted ball, the stage is set for a classic noodlehead story. Read full book review >
Cover art for SLIM AND JIM
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 1, 2002
by Richard Egielski, illustrated by Richard Egielski

"A heavily battered typeface adds to the generally raffish air of this droll, action-packed (and very silly) modern fable. (Picture book. 7-9)"
Channeling Aesop through Charles Dickens, Egielski (Locust Pocus! Read full book review >
Cover art for ANGELO
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 30, 2002
by David Macaulay, illustrated by David Macaulay

Macaulay (Building Big, not reviewed, etc.), master of multiple perspectives, takes a tender turn in his latest work, set upon the stucco of a venerable old church. Read full book review >