Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Lizi Boyd, Illustrator Little Brown and Company $13.95 (32p) ISBN 978-0-316-12867-4
In this imaginative offering, two veteran picture book creators put a fanciful spin on the question-and-answer format. Through a small die-cut shape on alternate right-hand pages (under which the eponymous query is repeated), the reader can glimpse...
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Dominic Catalano, Illustrator, Dominic Catalano, Photographer HarperCollins Publishers $15 (0p) ISBN 978-0-06-021451-7
Although this picture book doesn't stray far from the well-worn path of other ``day on the farm'' outings, readers will nonetheless warm to Carlstrom's chipper rhyming text and Catalano's reassuringly solid illustrations. The story line is...
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Melissa Sweet, Illustrator , illus. by Melissa Sweet. Knopf $15.95 (32p) ISBN 978-0-375-81350-4
For Sammy the preschooler, there are a host of ways to describe the excitement that comes with the arrival of Monday morning. The sun's "skipping through the window" starts in motion "a tiny-shiny wake-up/ It's a tiny-shiny day.&#
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Ed Young, Illustrator Philomel Books $14.95 (1p) ISBN 978-0-399-21832-3
Inspired by the snows of Alaska, Carlstrom has written a hauntingly beautiful homage to winter. In answer to his child's questions, a father describes the season in lively and wondrous terms, conjuring up an image of winter as a woman. ``Does winter
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Leo Dillon, Illustrator, Diane Dillon, Illustrator Philomel Books $15.95 (1p) ISBN 978-0-399-21806-4
Much like the classic Goodnight Moon , but with a nod to Alaskan wilderness and lore, Carlstrom's latest picture book is a gentle hymn about preparing for bedtime and the magic of nightfall. A child lovingly bids au revoir to the many extended...
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Thor Wickstrom, Illustrator Aladdin Paperbacks $6.99 (32p) ISBN 978-0-689-82881-2
Little Mouse refuses to leave his room on moving day. ""Children anxious about relocating will be comforted by Mama Mouse's calm and cheerful attitude toward his misgivings,"" said PW. Ages 4-8. (Nov.)
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Thor Wickstrom, Illustrator MacMillan Publishing Company $13.95 (32p) ISBN 978-0-02-717286-7
On moving day, little Mouse does not want to leave the familiar surroundings of his room or backyard for a new, strange home. Mama reassures her worried offspring that even though it's hard to say good-bye to the old place, their new dwelling will...
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Thor Wickstrom, Illustrator MacMillan Publishing Company $13.95 (0p) ISBN 978-0-02-717271-3
The issue of sibling rivalry is addressed in this compassionate peek into a day in the life of Rose Marie. The bunny is understandably disturbed at the sight of her mother cuddling and fussing over her new sister, Baby Boo. Mama admonishes, ``Be...
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Lisa Desimini, Illustrator Little Brown and Company $14.95 (1p) ISBN 978-0-316-12859-9
Fish and Flamingo are the best of pals, an uncommon pair trading stories in ``a place where the sky slid into the sea.'' Fish tells of his ``underwater world, of swimming on the cool green bottom of the sea'' while Flamingo captivates her friend...
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Lori McElrath-Eslick, Illustrator Eerdmans Books for Young Readers $16 (32p) ISBN 978-0-8028-5074-4
A conversation between Katrina and her parents about the nature of God deftly juxtaposes an adult metaphysical sensibility (replete with allusions to the book of Psalms) against a child's hands-on approach to spirituality. For instance, in answer to
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Debra Reid Jenkins, Illustrator , illus. by Debra Reid Jenkins. Eerdmans $17 (32p) ISBN 978-0-8028-5143-7
"Glory be to God for fluttering wings,/ for chickadees and butterflies/ that dot the skies/ like words,/ dragonflies and hummingbirds." So begins Carlstrom's (the Jesse Bear books) nondenominational song of praise, which never falters in
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, David M. McPhail, Illustrator Little Brown and Company $14.95 (0p) ISBN 978-0-316-12862-9
In a format similar to Where Does the Night Hide? (but this time a riddle) Carlstrom asks, ``In the cold, dark winter, who gets the sun out of bed?'' McPhail's slumbering sun sails midnight-blue skies in the huge four-poster bed from Adam's Smile ....
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Margie Moore, Illustrator , illus. by Margie Moore. Abrams $15.95 (32p) ISBN 978-0-8109-4057-4
As she savors her last day of freedom with her beloved mother, a puppy proves to be a cute bundle of anxieties. What if school is a series of small disasters—spilled milk, social rejection, homesickness and snoring during naptime? Mom...
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Sucie Stevenson, Illustrator Little Brown and Company $14.95 (1p) ISBN 978-0-316-12851-3
A text infused with the rhythmic, intermittent syncopation of the Caribbean and paintings spilling over with exotic tropical colors contribute to the warmth that emanates from this endearing book. A West Indian family ``beats out'' its daily living...
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Henry Sorensen, Illustrator, Henri Sorensen, Illustrator MacMillan Publishing Company $14.95 (0p) ISBN 978-0-02-717273-7
``When the sky is heavy as lead / and the whole world turns over, gray,'' Jon listens to the rain. Carlstrom (the Jesse Bear books) concludes each section of this quiet poem with the eponymous query and a fitting combination of sounds made by the...
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Bruce Degen, Illustrator Aladdin Paperbacks $6.99 (32p) ISBN 978-0-689-83311-3
Everything for a fun and festive party greets this favorite character on his fourth birthday. According to PW, ""Carlstrom's bouncy, rhyming text and Degen's bright watercolors are perfectly tuned to the humor and sensibilities of their audience.""...
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Bruce Degen, Illustrator Aladdin Paperbacks $5.99 (32p) ISBN 978-0-689-81055-8
""The lilting, strongly rhymed text and the warm, loving drawings are every bit as appealing as those in the first Jesse book,"" said PW. Ages 3-5. (Mar.)
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Bruce Degen, Illustrator Aladdin Paperbacks $5.99 (32p) ISBN 978-0-689-82424-1
In the fourth Jesse Bear book, the hero finds special ways to say I love you during all 12 months. PW said the book radiates a warm, family-centered charm... sure to be a ready favorite. Ages 3-6. (Apr.)
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Bruce Degen, Illustrator Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing $16 (32p) ISBN 978-0-689-80478-6
That active, adorable ursine, Jesse Bear, is back, engaged this time in a high-impact counting game. As he counts from one to 20, to the bouncy beat of Carlstrom's breathlessly energetic verse (""Turn the wheel/ And hold on tight./ Honk the horn/...
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Bruce Degen, Illustrator Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing $16 (32p) ISBN 978-0-02-717277-5
The quintessential preschooler, Jesse Bear can't wait until his birthday party begins: ``Letters in the mailbox,/ Prizes from the store,/ House is decorated,/ Banner on the door.'' From the time his guests arrive until Jesse is tucked in for the...
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Bruce Degen, Illustrator Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing $15 (32p) ISBN 978-0-02-717276-8
Sure to be a ready favorite, this fourth Jesse Bear picture book has a warm, family-centered charm. A refrain asks Jesse, ``How do you say it today?'' (that is, say ``I love you'' in ways that reflect each month from January to December). Carlstrom's
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Bruce Degen, Illustrator Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing $15 (32p) ISBN 978-0-02-717351-2
The popular Jesse Bear ( Jesse Bear, What Will You Wear? and Better Not Get Wet, Jesse Bear ) returns in this collection of rhythmic verses. Sunny, insouciant and lovable, Jesse Bear is an endearing character with whom preschoolers can easily...
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Bruce Degen, Illustrator Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing $15 (32p) ISBN 978-0-02-717280-5
Like the popular Jesse Bear, What Will You Wear?, this winsome picture book features the exuberant and lovable Jesse, whose curiosity this time leads him to water. Throughout the day Jesse's parents try to keep him dry as he dabbles in the aquarium,
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Bruce Degen, Illustrator Aladdin Paperbacks $6.99 (32p) ISBN 978-0-689-80623-0
Jesse Bear playfully ""wears"" not only his shirt and pants, but also the sun on his legs, sand on his arm, bathwater and bubbles, sleep in his eyes, etc. PW described this work as ""ingenuous yet never coy.... An appealing book to share with a...
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Bruce Degen, Illustrator Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers $16.95 (32p) ISBN 978-0-02-717350-5
Readers who enjoyed Degen's book Jamberry will most likely appreciate this one too, written by first-time author Carlstrom. It's illustrated with the same bright colors and sweet style that characterized Jamberry, and is written in similar breezy...
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Bruce Degen, Illustrator , illus. by Bruce Degen. S&S/Aladdin $6.99 (32p) ISBN 978-0-689-86233-5
"In answer to the titular question, the furry fellow ticks off preparations, from decorating the house to wrapping and sending gifts—all the way up to the big day," wrote PW. Ages 2-6. (Oct.)
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Bruce Degen, Illustrator , illus. by Bruce Degen. S&S/Aladdin $6.99 (32p) ISBN 978-0-689-84820-9
In this rhyming story of the further adventures of Jesse Bear, the furry fellow gets a visit from an older cousin. While at first he's less than thrilled, by the time her week's visit is over, they can't bear to be parted.
Ages 2-6. (Mar
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Jane Dyer, Illustrator Little Brown and Company $15.95 (0p) ISBN 978-0-316-12861-2
The magic qualities of winter's first snow find a voice in Carlstrom's ( Baby-O ; Jesse Bear, What Will You Wear? ) latest picture book. From their window two children marvel at the flakes beginning to fall outdoors. They suit up and head out to...
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Mary Morgan-Vanroyen, Illustrator Walker & Company $15.95 (32p) ISBN 978-0-8027-8740-8
With illustrations reminiscent of old schoolroom posters, this picture book filled with sound effects describes two siblings en route to visit a friend. As they make their ""quiet way to Wyatt's house,"" they listen to the ""CRINCH CRINCH CRINCH!""
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Jerry Pinkney, Illustrator Aladdin Paperbacks $5.99 (32p) ISBN 978-0-689-71445-0
An African-American girl has a solitary frolic with nature; according to PW , ``a bucolic mood prevails'' in this ``simple, lively book that does verbal flips and somersaults in fresh word play.'' Ages 3-6. (Mar.)
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Nancy White Carlstrom, Author, Jerry Pinkney, Illustrator Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing $14.95 (32p) ISBN 978-0-02-717360-4
Anna's solitary frolic with nature provides a theme for this simple, lively book. One moment she's running among sunflowers, the next climbing a tree to command a ship, then picking berries, rolling down a grassy slope, exploring ants and spiders....
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