Synopses & Reviews
From the moment she sees Noelle, the beautiful ballerina doll in the toy store window, Ilyana knows that Noelle is the Christmas present she wants more than anything in the world. But Noelle has a dream of her own: to be a real ballerina, performing on stage for adoring fans. When the Imperial Ballet Company chooses Noelle to be the doll that Clara, the little girl in The Nutcracker, finds under the Christmas tree, it seems that Noelleand#8217;s dream is the one that will come true. Then, an unexpected setback makes Noelle realize that maybe, for a doll, being loved by one little girl is the best dream of all.
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"The pictures hold countless surprises. Indisputably, this is a work of wonder that deserves highest honors." Publishers Weekly
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"Tender rhyming couplets, winsome watercolors, and a title that's the very definition of the proverbial offer you can't refuse."--
Publishers Weekly "A feel-good choice for sharing one-on-one or with a group."--School Library Journal
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There are lots of different kinds of kisses--from sticky breakfast kisses to playful "gotcha!" kisses to special birthday cake kisses--and this charming story celebrates them all!and#160;This much-loved picture book that celebrates all the kissable moments between little ones and their grown-ups is now available as a mailable book. Joanne Ryder's playful rhymes pair perfectly with Caldecott Honor winner Melissa Sweet's whimsical illustrations, making this just the right thing to pop in the mail for Valentine's Day, a birthday, or
anysweet celebration.
"Tender rhyming couplets, winsome watercolors, and a title that's the very definition of the proverbial offer you can't refuse."--Publishers Weekly
and#160;"A feel-good choice for sharing one-on-one or with a group."--School Library Journal
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"Exude[s] a snuggly warmth."--Publishers Weekly
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This retelling of the classic fairy tale will appeal to children because of its mystery, suspense, and romance, and to adults because of its exploration of the duality in human nature."An excellent choice to share with elementary-grade children who can appreciate the sophistication of the art and will enjoy comparing with other versions." Booklist, ALA, Starred Review
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Fritz, a pony excluded from the group of beautiful horses within the walled city, becomes a hero when he rescues the children of the city."Brett has created magnificent paintings that glorify her simple but engaging story." Publishers Weekly
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"Brett has created magnificent paintings that glorify her simple but engaging story." Publishers Weekly
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"An excellent choice to share with elementary-grade children who can appreciate the sophistication of the art and will enjoy comparing with other versions." Booklist, ALA, Starred Review
Synopsis
After Taffy goes away, Annie finds the winter long and lonely without her cat. Annie meets all the animals in the woods, but none make her happy the way Taffy did. Luckily for Annie, her fluffy friend has a big surprise for her when winter ends! Now, in the Send-A-Story format, this wintry book is the perfect mailable gift for celebrating friendship all season long. A tiny, mailable version complete with addressable flaps and seals.Why send a card when you can Send-A-Story?
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Every day, everywhere, babies are born. They're kissed and dressed and rocked and fed--and completely adored by the families who love them. With an irresistible rhyming text and delightfully endearing illustrations, here is an exuberant celebration of playing, sleeping, crawling, and of course, very noisy babies doing all the wonderful things babies do best. Now, in the Send-A-Story format, this book is the perfect mailable gift for babies everywhere and anywhere!
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"Iand#8217;m grim and grumpy,and#8221; says Small to Large, and#147;and I donand#8217;t think you love me at all.and#8221; But nothing could be further from the truth--and Large knows just how to reassure Small in this warm and tender story about a childand#8217;s biggest worry and the unconditional love a parent can give. Children everywhere will find comfort in this irresistible tale, now availble in a unique, mailable format.
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Annie was lonely. Taffy, her golden-haired cat, had disappeared. Life in the woods was empty, and Annie could not find anyone to be her friend. Outside, the snow was deep and the winter seemed endless.
A moose and a bear and even a wildcat are not as friendly or as soft or as cuddlesome as Taffy. A story within a story forms as the intricate borders subtly foreshadow the main plot of Taffyand#8217;s return at the end of the winter.
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When Annie's cat disappears, she attempts friendship with a variety of unsuitable woodland animals. The borders of the pages foretell the emergence of spring and the birth of kittens.
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Fritz, a pony excluded from the group of beautiful horses within the walled city, becomes a hero when he rescues the children of the city.
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This retelling of the classic fairy tale will appeal to children because of its mystery, suspense, and romance, and to adults because of its exploration of the duality in human nature.
About the Author
Not since Elizabeth Barrett asked Robert Browning, "How do I love thee? Let me count the ways," has there burst upon the waiting world such a glorious and heartfelt catalogue as this.and#160; This book's adorable black and white illustrations accompany descriptive text that perfectly expresses the true meaning of friendship. Now in the Send-A-Story format, the delightful sentiments inI Like Youcan be shared far and wide--wherever your friends are!SANDOL STODDARD WARBURG is the author of more than two dozen books for adults. She lives and writes in Hawaii.and#160;JACQUELINE CHWAST lives in Astoria, New York, and has illustrated over 50 books for children, includingThe Perilous Pit, aNewYork Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children's Books of 1993.