Synopses & Reviews
Jack's mom may tell him that "because" is not an answer, but he disagrees. In fact, this almost-six-year-old thinks "because" is the perfect answer . . . to
any question!
Why did he cover himself in Band-Aids?
Why is the dog wearing a cape?
Why did he eat all the chocolate cake?
Richard Torrey's endearing companion to Almost and Why? celebrates every child's favorite answer to life's trickiest questions.
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Praise for ALMOST:“This simple story addresses both the desire of children to be older and sibling rivalry. Its sure to be a hit at storytime.” School Library Journal
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Praise for WHY?:“Jack is just as sweet as in the earlier volume.” Kirkus Reviews
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Praise for WHY?: “Youngsters trying to make sense of their own worlds will likely relate to Jacks curiosity.” Booklist
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Praise for ALMOST:“Torrey precisely captures Jacks desperate desire to be bigger and to be able to master the adult world.... This is a sweet, tongue-in-cheek look at growing up that will reassure the youngest sufferers of youth that they are not alone.” Kirkus Reviews
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“The story will allow youngsters to recall fondly their own “because” moments.” School Library Journal
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PRAISE FOR WHY?:“Readers will laugh aloud.” School Library Journal
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Praise for WHY?:“Jack isnt just cute or just annoying; hes doing his best to understand the world, and Torreys sensitivity brings Jacks feelings home to readers.” Publishers Weekly
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Praise for ALMOST:“Children impatient to step into the shoes of their older siblings or friends will find a kindred spirit in Jack and take comfort in his literal ups and downs. Touching and true to life.” Publishers Weekly
About the Author
Richard Torrey is the author and illustrator of a number of well-loved children's books, including
Almost,
Why?, and the popular Beans Baker series. Mr. Torrey lives in Shoreham, New York.
Richard Torrey is the author and illustrator of a number of well-loved children's books, including Almost, Why?, and the popular Beans Baker series. Mr. Torrey lives in Shoreham, New York.