Synopses & Reviews
When the narrator of this story discovers she's going to have a new little brother, she's not so sure she wants one. Neither is Bubbit, her very special blue wool bunny. Her grandmother, Nonni, made Bubbit for her when she was born, so they're practically like twins.
Soon it's time for the baby to be born. Nonni comes to stay, and she brings her sewing box. And before long, the narrator has decided to sew her new baby brother something almost as special as Bubbit.
Sweetly illustrated, this is the perfect book for crafty kids as well as families expecting a new baby.
Review
a JLG selection and#160; "Incorporating scraps of fabric themselves, Smith's mixed-media pictures reinforce the story's wholesomeness and crafting theme."
and#8212;Publishers Weekly
"New older siblings won't be blue for long thanks to this sweet, if special, offering."
and#8212;Kirkus
"Full of familial warmth and sisterly pride, this would make a thoughtful read for siblings-to-be."
and#8212;Booklist
Synopsis
All Fanny wants in the world is a Connie doll, but Mom says "NO!" But no one ever said she couldn't make one instead! With some scissors, glue, and her craft box in hand, Fanny sets out to replicate Connie, but it's Annabelle who is the result of her efforts. A little lopsided and a little unkempt, Annabelle turns out to be the companion Fanny has always wanted. Though at first her friends turn up their noses, in the end everyone learns that using your imagination and working with your own two hands can result in the best toy of all!
Synopsis
Fanny desperately wants a Connie, the glamorous doll that all of her friends have, but her mother says no. Fanny soon takes matters into her own hands and makes a doll herself. Annabelle doesn't turn out quite like the Connies, but she has her own distinctive charm. Includes a free paper doll and paper doll clothes. Full color.
Synopsis
From beloved artist and storyteller Holly Hobbie comes a new tale about a little girl named Fanny, who desperately wants a Connie, the glamorous doll that all of her friends have. When her mother says no, Fanny soon takes matters into her own hands and makes a doll herself. Includes a free paper doll and paper doll clothes.
Synopsis
An adorable handmade blue bunny is the star of this picture book, perfect for budding sewists and new big sisters alike.
About the Author
Holly Hobbie has worked as an artist for more than thirty years and is the author of ten previous and highly acclaimed Toot and Puddle picture books, as well as an illustrated memoir, The Art of Holly Hobbie.
Kids Q&A
Read the Kids' Q&A with Holly Hobbie