Synopses & Reviews
The gecko doesn't have eyelids, so in order to keep its eyeballs dirt-free the lizard licks them with its tongue.
Some ants keep clean by scrubbing each other with feet that have been dipped in their oily saliva.
The jerboa takes a dust bath!
Time for a Bath is the very young picture book companion to Time to Eat and Time to Sleep by Caldecott-Honor winning duo Steve Jenkins and Robin Page. With Jenkins' masterful and vibrantly colored cut-and-torn paper illustrations paired with an informative yet lively, accessible text, Time for a Bath playfully addresses some of the most bizarre and ironic ways wild animals can bathe.
Review
"This gem of a picture book, subtly informative and poetic in its simplicity, is certain to become a staple of seasonal story hours. . . . No Children's collection should be without it!"--
School Library Journal"A perfect fit for the audience."--Kirkus Reviews, pointer
"This exuberant cumulative tale teaches a science lesson as it tells a story. Bear can tell ... it is time to hibernate. But before she crawls into her cave to go to sleep, she alerts Snail, who tells Skunk, who tells Turtle, and on and on, until silly, enthusiastic Ladybug awakens Bear to give her the news she already has.... The beautifully textured double-page spreads are expressive and funny." --Booklist
Review
Itand#8217;s time to sleep! Who dozes standing on one leg without falling over, snores while flying, or snuggles together in a big sleepy pile?
How to Clean a Hippopotomus:and#160;A Look at Unusual Animal Partnershipsand#160;with Robin Page
"These fascinating stories from the natural world will easily interest young people, many of whom will want to move on from the appended notes about each featured critter to more in-depth titles that further explain the mysteries of animal symbiosis." --Booklist, starred review
Jenkins, SteveNever Smile at a Monkey: And 17 Other Important Things to Remember.
"This [Monkey] takes the cheesy appeal of the dangerous-animals hook and makes it thoughtful and inventive without robbing it of its melodramatic charm. . . Crisp and clean detail particularly distinguishes this batch of Jenkins' cut-out-collages, laid out with sharp edges against the white backgrounds, so the soft painterly striations and fibrous mottling stand out all the more." --The Bulletin
Down, Down, DownOne of 8 Notable Children's Books of 2009
"Through a magical use of cut paper, Jenkins takes the reader on a voyage to the deepest part of the ocean. Multilayered and multicolored, bizarre creatures almost seem to move on the page; flying squid, cold-eyed mackerel and lacy, bioluminescent siphonophores (lighted up like Broadway bulbs). Helpful descriptions both inform and entertain." --New York Times Book Review"In this plunge into the deep, Jenkins displays his usual keen awareness of what is fascinating about biology and imparts it without sensationalismand#8212;the facts speak for themselves . . Sophisticated cut- and torn-paper collage-work fit the alien qualities of the subjects well; itand#8217;s equally at home capturing the tiered needlepoints of lizardfish teeth as it isdelivering an impressive and illuminating display of bioluminescence."--Booklistand#160;and#160;"Browsers will be delighted by the variety of species, shown in their appropriate colors although not to scale. Backmatter provides some information about the animals pictured, including sizes compared to a human body or hand, although the bibliography does not seem to include the sources used for those facts. Once again, Jenkins provides an almost irresistible entry into our natural world for the youngest readers."--Kirkus Reviewsand#160;and#160;"Jenkins takes his signature collage to the oceans, sinking readers from the surface of the Pacific Ocean down nearly 11,000 meters to the bottom of the Marianas Trench. His style works well here: with passage into each zone (from the surface to the sunlit zone to the twilight zone, etc.), the blue backgrounds shade darker and murkier, which allows the intricate cut-paper animal illustrations to pop."--Horn Bookand#160;and#160;How Many Ways Can You Catch a Fly?with Robin Pageand#160;and#160;"With clear, gorgeous, freestanding images in cut- and torn-paper collage, each double-page spread shows detailed species close up, as well as the connections between animals. . . . An enthralling read-aloud, especially in small groups, where children can crowd up close to the images." and#8212;Booklist,starred reviewand#160;and#160;Sisters and Brothers Sibling Relationships in the Animal Worldwith Robin Pageand#160;and#160;"[P]acked with amazing biology...Depicted in crisp, gorgeous, cut-and-torn paper collages..." and#8212;Booklist,starred reviewand#160;and#160;"...splendid contribution, another winner from an accomplished team." and#8212;Kirkus, starred reviewand#160;and#160;"...intriguing lore...in gorgeous cut-and-torn-paper collages." and#8212;NYTand#160;and#160;Living Colorand#160;and#160;Book Sense Autumn 2007 Children's Picks List"Once again, Steve Jenkins introduces science in a way that helps children learn concepts even as they have fun experiencing this brightly colored book, which reflects the stunning range of hues found in nature." and#8212;Ellen Mager,Booktenders Children's, Doylestown, PAand#160;and#160;New York Public Library's annual listand#160;Childrenand#8217;s Books: 100 Titles for Reading and Sharingand#160;and#160;Publishers WeeklyBest Books of 2007-http://www.publishersweekly.com/info/CA6498573.html?nid=278and#160;and#160;Included in the Washington Post Book World (circulation 900,000) holiday issue round-up, December 9, 2007
and#160;"Jenkins once again astounds...the combination of easy-to-understand language and gorgeous illustrations makes this a prime choice for any young animal enthusiast's collection."and#8212;Publishers Weekly,starred reviewand#160;and#160;"Another amazing work by a master illustrator." and#8212;School Library Journal, starredand#160;and#160;"The phraseology is immediate and inviting...filled with lively, digestible tidbits...This will easily lure browsers in a range of ages..." and#8212;The Bulletinand#160;and#160;Dogs and Catsand#160;and#160;"Jenkins brings his inimitable ability to clearly present scientific information to this uniquely styled flip-book and#8230; scientifically engaging and aesthetically pleasing...An inviting, multidimensional introduction to the pets we love." and#8212;Horn Book, Starredand#160;and#160;"Jenkins is a master at presenting facts with style and clarity."and#8212;The San Francisco Chronicleand#160;and#160;Move!and#160;and#160;A 2006 New York Times Best Illustrated Childrenand#8217;s Book of the YearA 2006 Parenting Magazine Childrenand#8217;s Book of the YearA 2006 Nick Jr. Family Magazine Best Book of the Yearand#160;and#160;"In this eye-popping book illustrated with cut- and torn-paper collages, animals leap, swim, slide, swing, and waddle. . . . This book is gorgeous and educational." and#8212;School Library Journal, starred reviewand#160;and#160;"Jenkins's cut-paper collages stand out against the white background, reinforcing the action and begging listeners to identify both the creatures and the verbs."and#8212;Horn Bookand#160;and#160;What Do You Do with a Tail Like This?with Robin Pageand#160;and#160;A 2004 Caldecott HonorA 2003 Booklinks Lasting Connections SelectionA 2003 Child Magazine Best Book of the Yearand#160;and#160;"Jenkins, this time in collaboration with his wife, has created yet another eye-opening book." and#8212;School Library Journal,starred reviewand#160;and#160;"This array of wide eyes and open mouths will definitely have viewers responding with wide eyes and open mouths of their own." and#8212;Kirkus Reviews,starred reviewand#160;and#160;"This is a striking, thoughtfully created book with intriguing facts made more memorable through dynamic art."and#8212;Booklist,starred reviewand#160;and#160;Actual Sizeand#160;and#160;A 2005 Orbis Pictus Honor BookA Book Sense Top Ten PickA Child Magazine Best Book of the YearBulletin Blue Ribbon WinnerBooklist Editors ChoicesBooklinks Lasting ConnectionIBBY Honor ListNYPL, 100 Titles for Reading and SharingColorado Childrens Book Awardand#160;and#160;"Kids will literally be all over the book." and#8212;The Bulletin,starred reviewand#160;"Mixing deceptive simplicity with absolute clarity, this beautiful book is an enticing way to introduce children to the glorious diversity of our natural world, or to illustrate to budding scientists the importance of comparison, measurement, observation, and record keeping. A thoroughly engaging read-aloud and a must-have for any collection." and#8212;School Library Journaland#160;and#160;"A new exploration of the biological world, from one of the current masters of collage." and#8212;Kirkus Reviews
Review
"This gem of a picture book, subtly informative and poetic in its simplicity, is certain to become a staple of seasonal story hours. . . . No Children's collection should be without it!"--
School Library Journal"A perfect fit for the audience."--Kirkus Reviews, pointer
"This exuberant cumulative tale teaches a science lesson as it tells a story. Bear can tell ... it is time to hibernate. But before she crawls into her cave to go to sleep, she alerts Snail, who tells Skunk, who tells Turtle, and on and on, until silly, enthusiastic Ladybug awakens Bear to give her the news she already has.... The beautifully textured double-page spreads are expressive and funny." --Booklist
Review
"These will be an effective way to introduce animal habits and to link them to human behavior, and they may elicit audience interest in further discussion and exploration." and#8212;Bulletin
Review
"The real zoological factsare as thrilling as monster stories....The beautiful cut- and torn-paper collage illustrations are as expertly colored, detailed, and expressive as in the creators' previous titles, and the layout, featuring plenty of white space, nicely spotlights each animal in action....Another stand-out science title from the husband-and-wife team."and#8212;Booklist, starred review"These will be an effective way to introduce animal habits and to link them to human behavior, and they may elicit audience interest in further discussion and exploration." and#8212;Bulletin
Synopsis
A warm, inviting bedtime book from a Caldecott winning illustrator.
Bear sniffed once.
She sniffed twice.
'I smell winter in the air. . . .'
A chill is in the air and Bear knows it is time for her winter nap. But first, she must tell Snail. And Snail must tell Skunk. And Skunk must tell Turtle. Each animal who tries to put off going to sleep just a little longer sees, smells, hears, or tastes the signs of the impending season. Finally, Ladybug rushes off to tell Bear--already asleep in her cave--the exciting news.
Denise Fleming presents a warm-hearted story about animals of the forest settling down for their winter nap. But, like children who must go to bed for the night, they each find a way to put it off just a little bit longer. Richly illustrated in fall colors, Denise Fleming's Time to Sleep world is right on target for preschoolers.
Synopsis
"Bear sniffed once.
She sniffed twice.
'I smell winter in the air. . . .'"
A chill is in the air and Bear knows it is time for her winter nap. But first, she must tell Snail. And Snail must tell Skunk. And Skunk must tell Turtle. Each animal who tries to put off going to sleep just a little longer sees, smells, hears, or tastes the signs of the impending season. Finally, Ladybug rushes off to tell Bear--already asleep in her cave--the exciting news.
Time to Sleep is a perfect bedtime story, one that is sure to warm the heart in any season anywhere.
Synopsis
The giant panda chews on bamboo shoots for twelve hours a day.
The anaconda swallows its prey whole and only needs to eat four or five meals a year.
A tick can consume as much as 100 times its own weight in blood!
Time to Eat is one of three very young picture books in a series by Caldecott-Honor winning duo Steve Jenkins and Robin Page. With Jenkins' masterful and vibrantly colored cut-and-torn paper illustrations paired with an informative yet lively, accessible text, Time to Eat playfully addresses some of the most wondrous and wacky eating habits of wild animals.
Synopsis
Itand#8217;s time to eat! Which animals eat bamboo, can gulp down a whole deer, or swallow rocks to help them eat?
Synopsis
' Its time for a bath! Find out which animals soak, lick, bake, or spray their dirt away.'
Synopsis
Itand#8217;s time to sleep! Who dozes standing on one leg without falling over, snores while flying, or snuggles together in a big sleepy pile?
Synopsis
A warm, inviting bedtime book from a Caldecott winning illustrator.
Bear sniffed once.
She sniffed twice.
"I smell winter in the air," said Bear. "It is time to crawl into my cave and sleep. But first I must tell Snail."
Denise Fleming presents a warm-hearted story about animals of the forest settling down for their winter nap. But, like children who must go to bed for the night, they each find a way to put it off just a little bit longer. Richly illustrated in fall colors, Denise Fleming's story book world is right on target for preschoolers.
About the Author
Steve Jenkins has written and illustrated many nonfiction picture books for young readers, including the Caldecott Honor-winning
What Do You Do with a Tail Like This? His books have been called stunning, eye-popping, inventive, gorgeous, masterful, extraordinary, playful, irresistible, compelling, engaging, accessible, glorious, and informative. He lives in Boulder, Colorado with his wife and frequent collaborator, Robin Page, and their children.Robin Page lives in Boulder, Colorado, with her husband and collaborator, Steve Jenkins, and their three children. Along with writing and illustrating childrenand#8217;s books, Steve and Robin run a graphic design studio.
Steve Jenkins has written and illustrated many nonfiction picture books for young readers, including the Caldecott Honor-winning What Do You Do with a Tail Like This? His books have been called stunning, eye-popping, inventive, gorgeous, masterful, extraordinary, playful, irresistible, compelling, engaging, accessible, glorious, and informative. He lives in Boulder, Colorado with his wife and frequent collaborator, Robin Page, and their children.