CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 8, 2012
"The Christmas season is full of magical surprises, and Jay's absorbing creation conveys that sense of magic, from the tiny sleeping mouse on the first page to the snowman peeking in the window on Christmas morning. (Picture book. 2-7)"
Jay's signature style of painting with muted, antique colors and a crackled-varnish effect is showcased exquisitely in this deceptively simple tour de force filled with tiny, hidden surprises to delight inquisitive readers.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2012
"It is a truism that children represent the future--engaging stories about conflict resolution are necessary, and this one stands out. (Picture book. 5-10)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 20, 2012
"Impressive and fascinating. (Nonfiction. 11-15) "
CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2012
"Be forewarned: Youngsters will find Charley as irresistible as Henry does and will no doubt beg for puppies of their own. (Picture book. 4-8)"
The tenderness a child feels for his new puppy seeps from the pages of a book sure to be instantly beloved.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 13, 2012
"Young readers and pre-readers alike will respond strongly to the tale's elemental drama and clearly defined emotional arc. (Graphic picture book. 2-5)"
The small owl with big eyes and equally outsized heart makes new friends on a nocturnal outing.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 13, 2012
"With a seductively Seuss-ean cadence, Ross' verse adventure delightfully dares young and old to seize the day. (Verse fantasy. 6-11)"
Hollywood headliner Ross, who shepherded to the big screen blockbusters such as
Big,
Seabiscuit,
Pleasantville and, most recently,
The Hunger Games, here takes flight with his first poetic venture involving a bedsheet, a boy and a whole lot of imagination.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 6, 2012
"Irresistible. (Memoir. 6-9)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 8, 2012
"This inspiring and accessible picture book serves as a brilliant introduction to one artist's vitality. The message? Like Matisse, we must never stop creating and experimenting. (author's note, list of museums with Matisse artwork) (Picture book/biography. 3-5)"
Matisse's genius was that he never stopped exploring, even as he honored his intense childhood dreams of creativity, color and art.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2012
"This truly clever series is lots of fun. (Graphic fantasy. 8-13)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 9, 2012
"Parents beware: Children are likely to scout out the highest hill to try to replicate this amazing run. (Picture book. 4-8)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2012
"A genuinely beautiful collection that begs to be read aloud--or told--again and again. (Folk tales. 7-12)"
Some familiar tales and some that are less so make up this elegantly designed and produced collection with Scottish roots and branches.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 6, 2012
"A science title with wide potential appeal. (glossary, where to see, how to help, resources, index) (Nonfiction. 12 & up)"
Over years of observation and experimentation on Western ranges and an Atlantic barrier island, scientists have found and implemented a successful method to stabilize wild horse populations.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2012
"Moving and emotionally charged, the book is capped with a powerful close-up of the child's face on the rear cover with the legend "What would you do if you had the chance to help a person find freedom?" (Picture book. 7-10)"
A farm child and a fugitive make an unspoken connection in this suspenseful, wordless Civil War episode.
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