THIS BIG SKY

Pat Mora, , illus. by Steve Jenkins. . Scholastic, $5.99 (32pp) ISBN 978-0-439-40070-1

In a starred review, PW wrote, "Mora celebrates America's vast, otherworldly Southwest in 14 poems that will delight readers with their playfully evocative images. Jenkins offers cut-paper art in tones that reflect the sun-baked region." Ages 7-10. (July)

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