Synopses & Reviews
A collection of eight large-format, charming picture books illustrated by award-winning artists such as David McKee, Maurice Sendak, and Rosemary Wells.The funny and witty stories, suitable for reading aloud and young readers, deal with theme such as self-steem, family life, and imagination. Includes an original counting book -Cuando los borregos no pueden dormir. Agatha has her pleasant night's sleep disrupted by six cranky, cold, naked geese who arrive on her doorstep to demand that Agatha return their feathers from her new featherbed. In a delightful O. Henry-inspired ending, Agatha arrives at a solution that benefits all, teaching readers to respect the delicate balance among our resources. .".".Abounds with information and whimsy. It also teems with puns and word play..." (Publishers Weekly)
Synopsis
Professional storyteller Carmen Deedy spins a riotous morality tale in "Agatha's Feather Bed." Agatha, a weaver, orders a new feather bed from B.B. Lean, then six shivering, naked geese pay her a visit . . . but, as it turns out, her goose isn't cooked. 20 full-color illustrations.