Synopses & Reviews
Minetteand#8217;s Feast introduces the iconic American chef Julia Child to a new audience of young readers through the story of her spirited cat, Minette, whom Julia adopted when living in Paris. While Julia is in the kitchen learning to master delicious French dishes, the only feast Minette is truly interested in is that of fresh mouse! This lively story is complete with an authorand#8217;s note, a bibliography, and actual quotations from Julia Child and comes just in time for the 100th anniversary of her birth.
Praise for Minette's Feast
and#147;Foodie parents who love cats will love to read this delightful book to their kids.and#8221; and#151;The Atlantic
and#147;This charming portrait...and#8221; and#151;Publishers Weekly
"A delectable tale about Julia Child discovering her culinary calling in Paris...This book is a charmer to share aloud with young people who enjoy a well-paced story and with cat lovers and food lovers of any age."
and#151;Horn Book
"A charming picture book."
and#151;The New York Times Sunday Book Review
"Amy Bates uses pencil and watercolor to crate artwork that is as playful as Minette the cat."
and#151;Library Media Connection
STARRED REVIEWS
and#147;A fine recipe for pleasure: Julia Child, the culinary arts, Paris and a lucky cat. Magnifique!and#8221; and#151;Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"Batesand#8217; illustrations work marvelously well with this charming conceit."
and#151;Booklist, starred review
"Reich's internal rhymes make the proceedings feel festive, while her overall prose conveys Julia's seriousness of purpose. The smooth flow of her narrative belies the impressive amount of research she undertook to relate actual conversations and events...Discover: A delectable banquet that charts Julia Child's culinary progress through the eyes of her cat, Minette."
and#151;Shelf Awareness, starred review
and#160; and#147;...feast for the sensesand#8221; and#151;School Library Journal, starred review
Award
Cooperative Childrenand#8217;s Book Center (CCBC) Choices 2013 list - Picture Book
Synopsis
The true story of Ben Franklin, as told by his closest friend and advisor, Amos the mouse. According to Amos, it was really he who was responsible for Ben Franklin's inventions and discoveries.
Synopsis
This classic tale from the Newbery- and Caldecott-winning author of Mr. Popper's Penguins, tells the story of a little mouse--and his good friend, American icon Ben Franklin. Did you ever wonder where inventors get their ideas? Benjamin Franklin is one of the most famous inventors in American history, and according to this amusing book, he got most of his ideas--the good ones at any rate--from a mouse
Funny, interesting, and wise, Ben and Me is a timeless American story that has been read by generations of young people. Once you've met Amos the mouse, you'll always remember Benjamin Franklin a little differently than the history books do.
This beautiful edition of award-winning author Robert Lawson's well-loved tale features bonus material, including a map of Ben Franklin's travels
Synopsis
Ever wonder where inventors get their ideas? As it turns out, the great inventor Benjamin Franklin got his best ideas from a mouse named Amos! Funny, interesting and wise, this classic tale has been a favorite for generations. Once you've met Amos and read his account, you'll never think of Ben Franklin-or American history-quite the same way.
Explore this historical time period even further in this new edition of award-winning author Robert Lawson's classic tale, with additional bonus material, including a map of Ben Franklin's travels!
About the Author
Susanna Reich is an award-winning author of many fiction and nonfiction books. She lives in Ossining, New York. Visit www.susannareich.com. Amy Bates is the illustrator of The Dog Who Belonged to No One and Bear in the Air. She splits her time between the United States and Tokyo.