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Al Pha's Bet
Delphine Durand, illustratorNancy Paulson, editor
Putnam, 2011
Wonderful things are being invented every day in Al Pha's world - fire, the wheel, even shadows. His big chance to be part of history comes when the King announces that the twenty-six recently invented letters need to be put in order. Al makes a bet with himself that he's the man for the job. Through a series of funny events, he eventually finds the perfect order for the letters, and the king rewards him by naming his creation the Alphabet.
Sure to entertain and engage young readers, this book turns the ABC's inside out. Kids will laugh at the quirky illustrations and clever wordplay, while wondering where the alphabet really did get its order.
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Watch the book trailer
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Sugar Cookies: Sweet Little Lessons on Love
Jane and Brooke Dyer, illustratorsMaria Modugno, editor
HarperCollins, 2010
This delectable follow-up to the bestselling Cookies: Bite-Size Life Lessons defines words that are all associated with love. From letting your friend have the last cookie (selfless) to waiting to lick the bowl together (considerate), this is a book for all ages.
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Watch this 2-minute film starring Amy's insanely adorable 6-year-old nephew
Sample some Sugar Cookies at the blog alphabet soup
Read about illustrator Jane Dyer
One Smart Cookie: Bite-Size Life Lessons for the School Years and Beyond
Jane and Brooke Dyer, illustratorsMaria Modugno, editor
HarperCollins, 2010
One Smart Cookie offers a fresh batch of words that encompasses everything you might say to a child, whether it's the first day of preschool or the last day of high school. Cookie-centric definitions range from wanting to know everything about cookies (curious) to thinking carefully about what kind of cookies to make for your friend (ponder). This book mixes Amy Krouse Rosenthal's morsels of wisdom with the delicious illustrations of mother-daughter duo Jane Dyer and Brooke Dyer. This is one vocabulary list that will resonate well beyond the school years.
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Interview with Amy about the book
The OK Book
Tom Lichtenheld, illustratorMaria Modugno, editor
HarperCollins, 2007
In this literal play on words, OK is turned on its side to show that it's natural to be just "OK" at stuff, and that the journey is really about trying a lot of things and then figuring out what you like - and are good at - along the way.
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Watch the 2-minute animated version of the book
(Narrated by Amy's son Miles - Music by Nick Gage)
Read the New York Times book review
Find some cool, fun activities at illustrator Tom Lichtenheld's website
This Plus That: Life's Little Equations
Jen Corace, illustratorMaria Modugno, editor
HarperCollins, 2011
"Amy Krouse Rosenthal continues her run of inspired ideas with another collaboration with illustrator Jen Corace" --Publishers Weekly
"Clever premise + artful execution = sure winner." --Kirkus, starred review
"Just read this unusual book aloud and let it work its magic." --Booklist, starred review
If Rosenthal's Cookies: Bite-Size Life Lessons is a picture-book dictionary, her latest book is a picture-book introduction to mathematical equations. And both are equally notable for their insight, humanity, and wit. From the simple ("1 + 1 = us") to the subtle ("'I'm sorry' + hug = sincere apology") to the evocative ("barefoot + screen door + popsicles = summer"), Rosenthal creatively uses the symbols of math as a succinct way of stating conceptual rather than numeric relationships. As wonderful as these text equations are, they're twice as effective with the accompanying pictures, such as the scene of a child asleep beneath a cheerful quilt, illustrating "cozy + smell of pancakes - alarm clock = weekend." The illustrator of Rosenthal's Little Pea, Little Hoot, and Little Oink, Corace creates clean, spare artwork here using precisely drawn black lines, washes of distinctive colors, and plenty of white space. Teachers could use the book, perhaps paired with Betsy Franco's picture book Mathematickles! to introduce math equations or to inspire students to create their own verbal equations. But first, just read this unusual book aloud and let it work its magic.
-Carolyn Phelan, starred review Booklist
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Watch the book trailer
Read the starred Kirkus review
Read the full Publishers Weekly review
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Cookies: Bite Size Life Lessons
Jane Dyer, illustratorMaria Modugno, editor
HarperCollins, 2005
Big concept words such as Patient, Proud, Modest and Respect are defined in straightforward, cookie-related terms that children of all ages will comprehend. For example, "Trustworthy means, If you ask me to hold your cookie until you come back, when you come back, I will still be holding your cookie." The book is by turns clever, honest, inspirational, and whimsical. A New York Times Best Seller. Over 200,000 copies in print.
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Teaching vocabulary with Cookies
Talking about feelings with Cookies
Adorable kids singing about Cookies
Take a peek inside
DUCK! RABBIT!
Tom Lichtenheld, illustratorVictoria Rock, editor
Chronicle, 2009
Why do people love Duck! Rabbit!? Well, it's fun (who doesn't like optical illusions?) and it's funny. The kind of funny that works whether you're 5 or 75. A New York Times Bestseller and named #1 children's book of the year by "Time" magazine.
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Duck!Rabbit! Teacher's Guide and poster
Cute little girl reads Duck!Rabbit!
People magazine features Duck!Rabbit!
Watch the animated trailer
Enjoy Duck!Rabbit! read aloud . . . in French or German
Official website for Duck!Rabbit!
Awake Beautiful Child
Gracia Lam, illustratorAndi Winnette, editor
McSweeneys, 2015
"New York Times bestselling picture-book author Amy Krouse Rosenthal teams with McSweeney’s regular Gracia Lam to tell the sweet, simple story of a young child’s typical day—from morning to bedtime. Each scene is described in three-word “ABC†phrases, such as “Awake Beautiful Child.†An ideal read-aloud book to read just after waking or just before bed." -McSweeneys
PRAISE FOR AWAKE BEAUTIFUL CHILD
Write-up in The New York Times!
Starred review in write-up in Publisher's Weekly
"...The wordplay is delightful, and somehow, perhaps in part by embracing the restriction of using just three letters, Rosenthal...conveys a message of gratitude for all the wonder that can be found if you really dig into the repetitive routines of our days. Lam’s soft digital art has a retro inflection, but each page is a marvel of freewheeling graphic design." -The New York Times
"Rosenthal (I Wish You More) again demonstrates her ability to use wordplay to create stories with real emotional depth as she follows children through a day, described only in three-word, A-B-C phrases... Illustrator Lam’s debut couldn’t be more polished and confident: her palette seems to shift with the day’s waxing and waning light, while her crisp, screenprintlike images have an understated poise and precision that highlights the quiet magic of everyday moments." -Publisher's Weekly *STARRED REVIEW!*
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Awake Beautiful Child is highlighted in this overview of Amy's children's books
Mentioned as a great book to start the day in The Boston Globe
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The Wonder Book
Paul Schmid, illustratorMaria Modugno, editor
HarperCollins, 2010
Think: Shel Silverstein meets Willy Wonka. 10 years in the making, The Wonder Book is a treasury of poems, mini stories, word play and literary treats. Illustrator Paul Schmid makes his children's book debut. All-ages.
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1-minute book trailer
Behind the scenes author interview
Bookie Wookie family book review blog
Books4YourKids.com's review of The Wonder Book
Featured on "Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast"
Illustrator Paul Schmid talks about The Wonder Book
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Don't Blink!
David Roberts, illustratorMaria Modugno, editor
Random House, 2018
"This interactive book may seem to be on your side, reluctant sleeper -- but it's truly a bedtime book in disguise! New from New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Amy Krouse Rosenthal and David Roberts!
Here's how it works: if you can avoid getting to the end of this book, you can avoid bedtime, simple as that. (It's a pretty sweet deal, actually.) But each time you blink, you have to turn a page. Those are just the rules. So whatever you do, DON'T BLINK!"—Amazon
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Little Miss, Big Sis
Peter Reynolds, illustratorMargaret Anastas, editor
HarperCollins, 2015
Little Miss (from Plant A Kiss) is going to be a big sis!
"A new-baby title in which the older sibling is actually enthusiastic about the prospect of big sisterhood? What a concept! Rosenthal... produces a story that is as heartwarming as it is child-friendly. After all, it's not all sunshine and roses, and the book acknowledges the inevitable downsides of new babies: hair pulling, drooling, toy stealing, and more. In the end, it is clear that the pluses far outweigh the minuses." -Kirkus Review Read the review in its entirety here. BROWSE AND/OR BUY Amazon / Independents / Barnes & Noble
Friendshape
Tom Lichtenheld, illustratorAndrea Pinkney, editor
Scholastic, 2015
"The shapes take turns stacking, turning, and tumbling to portray the many aspects of friendship. But the very best? Friends fill our lives with…a certain word that all four shapes can approximate to spell. Creative minds will delight in figuring it out! Friends come in all shapes, but these four just may be the sweetest." -Kirkus Review "Clever use of simple shapes—a circle, triangle, square, and rectangle, all rendered in muted red, blue, yellow, and green—illuminate the many aspects of friendship in the newest picture book from Rosenthal and Lichtenheld, the dependably skillful team known best for Duck!Rabbit! (2009)."-Booklist QUICK COOL LINKS
The Friendshapes on a t-shirt!
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Spoon
Scott Magoon, illustratorMargaret Cordilla and Alessandra Balzer, editors
Disney Hyperion, 2009
Life just isn't cutting it for poor Spoon; he thinks Fork, Knife and Chopsticks all have it so much better than him. About embracing what it is that makes you special, this book was named one of the Top Books of 2009 by Parent Magazine.
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Spoon on a t-shirt!
Read all about the fork in the road that led Amy to write children's books
2013 Colorado Children's Book Awards names Spoon Runner-Up for Best Picture Book
Real Simple Magazine names Spoon a "Soon-to-be-Classic Children's Book"
Read about it in The New York Times Book Review
Watch the animated book trailer
Cool write up on the blog "Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast"
9 new things (I'm excited about)
A teacher's account of her class discovering Spoon
Chopsticks
Scott Magoon, illustratorRotem Moscovich, editor
Disney Hyperion, 2012
Meet Chopsticks! They've been best friends forever. But one day, this inseparable pair comes to a fork in the road. And for the very first time, they have to figure out how to function apart. From New York Times best-selling author Amy Krouse Rosenthal and rising artistic talent Scott Magoon, this witty and inventive tale celebrates both independence and the unbreakable bonds of friendship.
*A Junior Library Guild selection.
*One of 50 titles chosen for IndieBound's Winter 2011-2012 Kid's Indie Next List--"Inspired Recommendations for Kids from Indie Booksellers"
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Read all about the fork in the road that led Amy to write children's books
Did you know? "Chopsticks" is a great book for twins!
Just named one of the NCTE's 30 annual Notable Children's Books, to be featured at the NCTE Conference in the Fall of 2013.
Chopsticks Activities Guide: A Great Teacher Resource
Cool Mom Picks reviews Chopsticks
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Straw
Scott Magoon, illustratorRotem Moscovich, editor
Disney Hyperion, Spring 2019
First there was Spoon. Then came Chopsticks. Now the last... Straw! The final entry in a trio of favorite "punny" tales reminds readers to savor life's little pleasures, from beloved bestselling and award-winning author Amy Krouse Rosenthal.
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!
Tom Lichtenheld, illustratorAndrea Pinkney, editor
Scholastic, 2013
A New York Times Best Seller!
It's not easy being seen. Especially when you're not like everyone else. Especially when what sets you apart is you. Sometimes we squish ourselves to fit in. We shrink. Twist. Bend. Until -- ! -- a friend shows the way to endless possibilities. In this bold and highly visual book, an emphatic but misplaced exclamation point learns that being different can be very exciting! Period.
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Mr. Schu Reads raves about book!
! on a t-shirt!
IndieBound Bestseller!
Watch the video trailer
Check out the buzz on Goodreads
The joy of discovering Exclamation Mark!
Kirkus Starred Review
Booklist Starred Review
"Fresh Picks for Little Readers" from Daily Candy
"Pick of the Day" by the School Library Journal
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Uni the Unicorn and the Dream Come True
Brigette Barrager, illustratorMaria Modugno, editor
Random House, Fall 2017
"We read of Uni and of the little girl he believed in and how they willed their way to be together for real. We read of how their belief in each other brought sunshine and rainbows and magic back into the The Land of the Unicorns, uplifting all hearts. And our hearts were uplifted. Sunshine returned. A rainbow formed in the store and magic was restored to our shelves. Uni the Unicorn and the Dream Come True was an Animus book, that much was clear. It was a living thing that made the world around it embody its story." Read the full review here.
—Publishers Weekly
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Choo Choo School: Where the Trains Train
Mike Yamada, illustratorMary Lee Donovan, editor
Candlewick Press
In one of Amy Krouse Rosenthal’s last books, lighthearted verse portrays a world where train stations are classrooms, the conductor doubles as the teacher, and Boxcar is happy to hand out tissues to anyone who ah-choo-choos. Bright, energetic illustrations by animation artist Mike Yamada bring the whole clickety crew to rollicking life.
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Dear Girl
Paris Rosenthal, co-writerHolly Hatam, illustrator
Margaret Anastas, editor
HarperCollins, December 2017
"Blurring the line between a familiar letter salutation and an endearing term of love, each piece begins with “Dear Girl.â€...Combined, they all have Amy Krouse Rosenthal’s (apparently genetically shared) knack for touching a wisp of wonder." —Kirkus Reviews
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That's Me Loving You
Teagan White, illustratorMaria Modugno, editor
Random House, December 2016
"With warmth and charm, Rosenthal takes a creative approach to conveying a comforting parental presence, whether the child is near or far... White’s sweet, colorful artwork evokes a classic Golden Books style and depicts diverse kids and their experiences in mainly outdoor settings. From lighthearted to reassuring, these scenes remind kids that, even when they are on their own, their adults’ love is ever-present. Best-selling Rosenthal is a picture book powerhouse, and her fans will be eager to get in on this one, too."
—Booklist
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Barnes & Noble calls That's Me Loving You a top picture book this December
The Children's Book Review puts it on their Best New Picture Book list
Kidsreads features TMLY on its new picture books list
The ABA Kids’ Indie Next List ranks it #5!
The Needy Reader calls it a top 5 book this winter
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HOLY COW, I SURE DO LOVE YOU!
Tom Lichtenheld, illustratorKarrie Witkin, editor
Abrams, September 2016
The puns fly far afield in this silly, uplifting testament of affection. A perfect gift book for adults and a heartfelt picture book for children, it's just right for anyone who's moo-ved to express their love. "Moo-ooh baby, I sure do love you" is the opening line, narrated by a spotted cow drawn in simple, emotive brushstrokes. "I love you every which way . . . good moo-d, bad moo-d, weepy moo-d, weird moo-d," the cow continues in a string of bovine puns: "I also love pizza, but that's a moo-t point." Drawn primarily in black and white on brown craft paper, the illustrations are simple and appealing to all types of readers and all kinds of relationships. A line of greeting cards and memo books will also be available. Preview them here.
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Moo Moo, I Love You!
Tom Lichtenheld, illustratorAbrams, September 2020
A moo-ving ode to the love between parent and child, from a bestselling team.
In this sweet picture book, New York Times–bestselling pair Tom Lichtenheld and Amy Krouse Rosenthal present udderly perfect expressions of affection to share between any cow and calf: I love you no matter your moo-d. I love giving you a big s-moo-ch. My love for you is as big as . . . a MOO-SE! With a universal message and warm, funny text that families will read and reread together, this is an exuberant book from two picture book superstars at their best.
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I Wish You More
Tom Lichtenheld, illustratorVictoria Rock, editor
Chronicle, 2015
Amazon says, "Some books are about a single wish. Some books are about three wishes. The infallible team of Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld... create this exuberant book of endless good wishes. Wishes for curiosity and wonder, for friendship and strength, laughter and peace. Whether celebrating life's joyous milestones, sharing words of encouragement, or observing the wonder of everyday moments, this sweet and uplifting book is perfect for wishers of every age."
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I Wish You More is the New York Times #1 bestseller!
Art from the book on a t-shirt!
This beautiful song by Sam Hawksley of the BoDeans, inspired by the book
Tom Lichtenheld writes about behind the scenes
Write-up in the Montreal Gazette
Voted one of the year's top 10 picture books in the Goodreads Choice Awards
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Uni The Unicorn
Brigette Barrager, illustratorMaria Modugno, editor
HarperCollins, 2015
UNI THE UNICORN is the story of Uni, the only unicorn who believes (despite what all the other unicorns say) that little girls are REAL. It's spectacularly illustrated by former Pixar/Disney animator Brigette Barrager. Random House, September 2014
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Indie Bestseller!
NYT Bestseller!
Uni the Unicorn in The Wall Street Journal!
Uni on a t-shirt!
The little girl on a t-shirt!
Watch the Uni the Unicorn music video
Listen to the Uni the Unicorn theme song on iTunes
Read the Uni the Unicorn theme song sheet music
Uni the Unicorn Party Kit
Uni the Unicorn activity ideas for classrooms, libraries, and home
Check out the buzz on Goodreads
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On the Spot
Lea Redmond, co-creatorSanne te Loo, illustrator
Maria Modugno, editor
Random House, 2017
"Billed as “a book you don’t just read, you play,†this is cleverly designed to inspire children to create a rebus with reusable stickers or three-dimensional objects. Each fully illustrated double-page spread features text with a white spot (sometimes two) located within it. Participants are prompted to fill in the spot to complete the story. For example, the text reads, “When I woke up this morning, what did I see? A sweet little . . . [spot] chirping at me.†A sticker or item can be placed in the spot—readers are free to choose the most logical option or something funkier. The action follows a young girl as she plants some (spots), goes to the park to climb the (spot), returns home for a dinner of spaghetti with (spot), and so forth. The rhyming text, though sometimes goofy, is an effective prompt, and though the reusable stickers were not included for review, the conventional illustrations in soft pastels show a pleasant community with Victorian houses and lots of open space. Enjoyable for all ages. HIGH-DEMAND BACKSTORY: Rosenthal is a reliable best-seller, and this interactive picture book will have wide appeal."
— Randall Enos
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I Scream! Ice Cream!: A Book of Wordles
Serge Bloch, illustratorVictoria Rock, editor
Chronicle, 2013
What do "I Scream!" and "Ice Cream!" have in common? Nothing-- besides the fact that they sound the same! The ever-surprising Amy Krouse Rosenthal unleashes her prolific wit in this silly and smart book of wordplay. Perfectly complemented by equally clever illustrations from the talented and internationally renowned Serge Bloch, this mind-bending book will have young readers thinking about words in an entirely new way!
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Grandparents.com names it one of the Ten Best Kids Books for Spring!
I Scream! Ice Cream! gets a write-up in The Wall Street Journal!
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Wumbers
Tom Lichtenheld, illustr8rVictoria Rock, editor
Chronicle, 2012
What do you get when you combine a word and a number? A wumber! Paying tribute to William Steig's CDB!, best-selling book, cre8ors Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld have wri10 and illustr8ed this s2pendous book that is 1derful 4 readers in kindergar10 and up. If we've confused you, just take a look at the book—4tun8ly it has helpful pictures. We are sure you will get it ins10tly!
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Book Trailer
Shelf Awareness Book Brahman features Amy in unusual way
Wall Street Journal reviews the book
"10 Fiction Picture Books I'm Looking Forward to in 2012"
Wumbers Activities Kit
Fun with Wumbers according to GeekMom
Read an early review of Wumbers by the School Library Journal
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Plant a Kiss
Peter Reynolds, illustratorMaria Modugo, editor
Chronicle, 2011
A NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER!
"...pairs the best-selling author Rosenthal ("Little Pea," "Duck! Rabbit!") and the award-winning illustrator Reynolds ("Dot," the Judy Moody series) for the first time with great success. Rosenthal's and Reynold's straightforward and gently humorous sensibilities are well matched in this story about love beyond the boundaries of parent and child."
-The New York Times Book Review
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"Those who know me know I love everything that this fabulous author has ever done. "Plant a Kiss" is no exception - except this time there's glitter! With beautiful illustrations from Peter H. Reynolds (author-illustrator of "Dot" and "Ish), we see how love blooms all around with the planting of a single kiss. Simple yet profound Amy Krouse Rosenthal has once again captured another truth of humanity in this most delightful picture book."
-Angela Mann, Kepler's Bookstore
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"The economy of its poetic words and complementary illustrations make this quirky book a charming choice to add to personal libraries. Its message about the unending supply of good will toward others, which she spreads by delivering handfuls of magic, sparkling kisses is touching. Readers ages 4 and older will beg to have adults read this book over and over. This is the first collaboration between Rosenthal and Reynolds. May we see more?"
-The Florida Times Union Newspaper
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In what may be a first, Rosenthal and Reynolds demonstrate the benefits of sharing kisses far and wide—without showing a single person-to-person kiss. Rosenthal’s (Duck! Rabbit!) verse is stripped down to the bone, yet retains a singsong nursery rhyme quality, while Reynolds (Someday) illustrates in his signature lithe, clean-lined style. After “Little Miss planted a kissâ€â€”she digs a hole and kisses the soil—the girl waters her planting and waits, at first patiently, and then with “doubt†and a “pout.†At last her kiss sprouts, and a swirling fountain of polka dots and glitter emerges. Carrying her shimmering kisses in a bowl, the girl shares them generously with others until her supply is depleted. She gets a lovely surprise when she returns to her garden and sees a geyser of kisses rising from the ground, more vivid and sparkly than ever. The punchy rhymes and abstract visualization of kisses keep things from feeling too heavy-handed or saccharine; Rosenthal and Reynolds’s collaboration should leave readers considering the rewards of simple gestures.
- Publishers Weekly
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Watch the official book trailer
Plant A Kiss Day Blog Hop Party
Read the Kirkus review
Little Pea
Jen Corace, illustratorVictoria Rock, editor
Chronicle, 2005
Little Pea can't have dessert until he finishes all his candy (yuck). This is Amy's very first children's book.
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Little Pea gets a shout out from movie star Reese Witherspoon in Parents magazine!
Princess and the LITTLE PEA nationwide scavenger hunt
Adorable toddler led reading of Little Pea
Watch this cute video of a boy reading Little Pea
Look inside the book thanks to this cool "Google-Books" feature
Visit the official Little Pea/Hoot/Oink website for activities, music and much more
Little Series teacher's guide (printable version)
Event Kit for Little Pea, Little Hoot, and Little Oink
Little Hoot
Jen Corace, illustratorVictoria Rock, editor
Chronicle, 2007
All Little Owl wants is to go to bed at a reasonable hour, like all his friends do.
But no . . . Mama and Papa say little owls have to stay up late and play.
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Watch this weird reading of Little Hoot
Read The New York Times Book Review of Little Hoot
Look inside the book thanks to this new "Google-Books" feature
Visit the official Little Pea/Hoot/Oink website for activities, music and much more
Little Series teacher's guide (printable version)
Event Kit for Little Pea, Little Hoot, and Little Oink
Little Oink
Jen Corace, illustratorVictoria Rock, editor
Chronicle, 2009
First there was Little Pea, who has to eat all his candy (yuck) before he can have dessert. Then came Little Hoot, who is forced to stay up late and play, but longs to go to bed early like all his others friends. And now, the final book in the trilogy, the story of a pig who yearns to be clean: Little Oink.
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The animated short was named one of the Top 5 Best Book Videos of 2009
Visit the official Little Pea/Hoot/Oink website for activities, music and much more
Little Series teacher's guide (printable version)
Event Kit for Little Pea, Little Hoot, and Little Oink
Yes Day!
Tom Lichtenheld, illustratorMaria Modugno, editor
HarperCollins, 2009
Imagine what it would be like if for just one day each year you answered yes to every question your child asked. Lichtenheld's humorous and exuberant illustrations take us through the child's day, from pizza for breakfast to picking out junk food at the store to staying up late and star gazing with Dad. Also available in paperback from Scholastic.
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Browse inside Yes Day!
Read about Yes Day! in the New York Times Book Review
Bedtime for Mommy
LeUyen Pham, illustratorVictoria Wells-Arms, editor
Bloomsbury, 2010
What if the (bedside) tables were turned and the kids put the parents to bed? Illustrated by LeUyen Pham, illustrator of The New York Times Bestseller Freckle Face Strawberry by Julianne Moore. Bedtime for Mommy is a Top Ten Indie Next Pick.
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Huffington Post suggests Bedtime for Mommy for this year's Mother's Day
Video trailer of the book
Selected by Indie Booksellers for the Spring 2010 Kids' Next List
This from the NYT Book Review
One of Those Days
Rebecca Doughty, illustratorNancy Paulson, editor
G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers, 2006
This oddly reassuring picture book identifies days that qualify as "one of those days." From "Feeling Left Out Day" and "Itchy Sweater Day" to "Answer to Everything Is No Day," Rosenthal pinpoints 22 downers that will resonate with children. After the last bad day, "Sad for No Reason Day," the author notes that every day turns to night, and every night, inevitably, "turns into a brand new day." Reading this picture book aloud is a sure way to get children talking about some of "those days."
Carolyn Phelan, Copyright - American Library Association.
Putnam, 2005
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Highlighted on the blog Still Life with Coffee
Check out illustrator Rebecca Doughty's website
Little Pea, Little Hoot, Little Oink - Board Book Boxed Set
Jen Corace, illustratorVictoria Rock, editor
Chronicle, 2009
Three adorable characters in three adorable board books! These clever twists on dinnertime, bedtime, and clean-up time will delight all the little mess-makers, picky eaters, and night owls in your life. Box includes photo slots on both sides.
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Visit the official Little Pea/Hoot/Oink website for activities, music and much more
Little Series teacher's guide (printable version)
Event Kit for Little Pea, Little Hoot, and Little Oink
It's Not Fair
Tom Lichtenheld, illustratorMaria Modugno, editor
HarperCollins, 2008
Why'd I get the smaller half? Why don't you yell at her? Why does my team always lose? Why can't we have a pet giraffe? A story about the three most popular words in the English language. While life can't always go the way we want it to, It's Not Fair reassures us that everyone -- including pigs, planets, and even book jackets -- thinks: It's not fair!
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Browse inside It's Not Fair
Check out illustrator Tom Lichtenheld's website
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