Synopses & Reviews
- Perfect for sharing with young children, this tour of a cheerful little town has a simple, lyrical text and illustrations full of engaging detail
- Author is making a name for himself as creator of terrific, timeless picture books for preschoolers. SLJ called his first book, Pepito the Brave, "a soaring story-hour selection" and PW said of his second book, A Mud Pie for Mother, "harks back to 1930s-1940s era children's books, with their crisp, simple shapes and bold palette s ."
- Short text and soothing tone make this perfect for bedtime.
- Author's previous two books have sold to Scholastic Book Club and Junior Library Guild.
Synopsis
A charming picture book for preschoolers by a breakout talentSimple, lyrical text and engaging illustrations take preschool children on a tour of life for a young family-mother, father, and baby-living in a cozy house in a lovely little town. Who do they meet? By envisioning a child's secure place in the world, Little House, Little Town soothes even as it invites readers to explore the world around them.
About the Author
Scott Beck creates wonderful worlds in his timeless picture books. His works "hark back to 1930s-1940s era children's books"(Publishers Weekly). Scott is a fabric designer, father of two, and the author-illustrator of two highly praised picture books for young children. He lives in Montclair, New Jersey.