Synopses & Reviews
& #145; This story of the death and reincarnation of a Tibetan woodcutter is a beautifully gentle look at one human being dealing with life& #146; s choices and possibilities.& #146; & #151; SLJ. & #145; The impact of its peaceful message will reverberate long after the last page is read.& #146; & #151; H. < p=""> < awards=""> Outstanding Children's Books of 1987 (NYT)< br=""> Best Illustrated Children's Books of 1987 (NYT)< br=""> Notable 1987 Children's Trade Books in Social Studies (NCSS/CBC)< br=""> 1988 Choices (Association of Booksellers for Children)< br=""> 1987 Choices: The Year's Best Books (Publishers Weekly)< br=""> 1987 Children's Books (NY Public Library)< wards="">
Synopsis
‘This story of the death and reincarnation of a Tibetan woodcutter is a beautifully gentle look at one human being dealing with lifes choices and possibilities. —SLJ. ‘The impact of its peaceful message will reverberate long after the last page is read. —H.
Outstanding Children's Books of 1987 (NYT)
Best Illustrated Children's Books of 1987 (NYT)
Notable 1987 Children's Trade Books in Social Studies (NCSS/CBC)
1988 Choices (Association of Booksellers for Children)
1987 Choices: The Year's Best Books (Publishers Weekly)
1987 Children's Books (NY Public Library)
Synopsis
Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies (NCSS/CBC)
Synopsis
Whether itand#8217;s slurping up spaghetti or catching some sun at the beach, the everyday wonders celebrated in this collection of poems will appeal to young readers.
Cleverly crafted by Mordicai Gerstein, Dear Hot Dog follows three friends from the time they wake up and brush their teeth to when they snuggle up for bed with their favorite stuffed animal. In between playing outside, making crafts, eating their favorite treats, and reading, together they delight in the adventure and magic that each day brings. Gersteinand#8217;s vibrant illustrations and lighthearted verse make Dear Hot Dog a great introduction to poetry for young readers.
About the Author
Mordicai Gerstein is the author and illustrator of many beloved books for children. He won the 2004 Caldecott Medal for
The Man Who Walked Between the Towers and is also a painter, sculptor, and prizewinning designer and director of animated films. Mordicai Gerstein lives in western Massachusetts with his wife, Susan Yard Harris, who is also an illustrator, and their daughter, Risa.
Mordicai Gerstein is the author and illustrator of many beloved books for children. He won the 2004 Caldecott Medal for The Man Who Walked Between the Towers and is also a painter, sculptor, and prizewinning designer and director of animated films. Mordicai Gerstein lives in western Massachusetts with his wife, Susan Yard Harris, who is also an illustrator, and their daughter, Risa.