-Titulo Original : Red And Lulu-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Separation and miles cannot keep a determined cardinal from his loved one in an ode to serendipity and belief that is destined to be a Christmas classic. Red and Lulu make their nest in a particularly beautiful evergreen tree. It shades them in the hot months and keeps them cozy in the cold months, and once a year the people who live nearby string lights on their tree and sing a special song: O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree. But one day, something unthinkable happens, and Red and Lulu are separated. It will take a miracle for them to find each other again. Luckily, it’s just the season for miracles. . . . From Matt Tavares comes a heart-tugging story combining the cheer of Christmas, the magic of New York City, and the real meaning of the holiday season: how important it is to be surrounded by love. From School Library Journal PreS-Gr 2-Surrounded by lights and singing, Christmas is by far the favorite season for Red and Lulu, a pair of cardinals living year-round in a big beautiful evergreen tree. Tragedy strikes late one autumn when the tree is cut down and hauled away with Lulu in it. Red chases the truck as far as he can, ending up lost and alone in New York City. When snow starts to fall, he seeks shelter by following the sound of a familiar song, O Christmas Tree. He finds Lulu and his tree illuminated in Rockefeller Center, surrounded by a sea of happy people. A brief history of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree tradition, which started in 1931, is explained in an afterword. Tavaress detailed watercolor-and-gouache illustrations expertly capture the seasonal atmosphere, including the tension one feels as Red and Lulu are separated from each other. The happy reunion and resolution (including the fact that the tree is recycled and used to build homes for families in need and that the avian couple moves to Central Park) should reassure even the most sensitive of readers. VERDICT A lovely New York story for most holiday collections.-Madeline J Bryant, Los Angeles Public Library Review Tavares (‘Crossing Niagara’) lets the holiday note waft lightly, bringing equal cheer to the celebration of pair-bonding and New York City. -The New York Times Book Review A really engaging visual reading experience - moving from overviews to close ups, vignettes to double page spreads. It’s a very dynamic read - dramatic and tender by turns. My kind of visual storytelling! -David Wiesner Tavares (Lighter than Air) captures Red’s frantic search for Lulu, following the truck to New York City...The birds’ reunion is poignant and well earned, and their decision to stay in the city after the holidays poignantly shows how seeming misfortune can lead to unexpected and rewarding opportunities. -Publishers Weekly (starred review) Tavares’s realistic watercolor and gouache paintings make the most of dramatic birds’-eye perspectives, while the story provides a child-friendly backstory for an annual NYC holiday attraction. -The Horn Book Tavares’s detailed watercolor-and-gouache illustrations expertly capture the seasonal atmosphere...A lovely New York story. -School Library Journal …a joyful and affecting picture book written and illustrated by Matt Tavares. -The Wall Street Journal With its bird’s-eye views, this wonderfully imagined, gorgeously illustrated ode to the world-famous Rockefeller Center Christmas tree will have young travelers begging Mom and Dad for a trip to the Big Apple. -USA Today Gorgeous artwork, with multiple wordless-pages, advances the tale. Best of all, kids will cheer at the dramatic moment when Red finds Lulu. -Washington Post A Christmas book you should probably put on your permanent shelf...This is one of the best of the year. -Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production A touching, beautifully illustrated story. -Kirkus Reviews About the Author Matt Tavares is the author-illustrator of Crossing Niagara, Henry Aaron’s Dream, There Goes Ted Williams, Becoming Babe Ruth, and Growing Up Pedr...

-Titulo Original : The Princess In Black Three Monster-battling Adventures Books 4-6-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Princess-hero fans can complete their collections with a second boxed set of adventures from the New York Times best-selling series. Twinkle twinkle little SMASH!Princess Magnolia and her monster-fighting alter ego, the Princess in Black, are on hand to save the day again and again and again. Funny, exciting, and packed with princess power, these early chapter books are a continuing hit with young readers. Included are: The Princess in Black Takes a Vacation The Princess in Black and the Mysterious Playdate The Princess in Black and the Science Fair Scar...

-Titulo Original : Wheres Waldo? The Fantastic Journey-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Where’s Waldo? Enjoying a refreshed cover on his fantastic adventure - plus two new pages of games and searches! On an epic journey that takes him from a feast of gobbling gluttons to fighting foresters and deep-sea divers, Waldo accompanies the Wizard Whitebeard and seeks out the twelve scrolls that will reveal the truth about himself. Join the search and help Waldo make it to the end! About the Author Martin Handford, the man behind the mind-boggling Waldo books, began his career as a freelance illustrator specializing in drawing crowd scenes. I can’t tell you how pleased I am that Waldo has taken on a life of his own, he says. I’d like to inspire children to open their minds to explore subjects more, to be aware of what’s going on around them. I’d like them to see wonder in places that may not have occurred to them. Martin Handford lives in England...

-Titulo Original : Gustavo, The Shy Ghost-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: A #1 New York Times bestseller! This winning debut picture book from Mexican artist Flavia Z. Drago about finding the courage to make friends is perfect for the spooky season - or anytime. Gustavo is good at doing all sorts of ghostly things: walking through walls, making objects fly, and glowing in the dark. And he loves almost nothing more than playing beautiful music on his violin. But Gustavo is shy, and some things are harder for him to do, like getting in a line to buy eye scream or making friends with other monsters. Whenever he tries getting close to them, he realizes they just can’t see him. Now that the Day of the Dead is fast approaching, what can he do to make them notice him and to share with them something he loves? With fancifully detailed artwork and visual humor, debut picture-book creator Flavia Z.Drago’s vivid illustrations tella sweet and gently offbeat story of loneliness, bravery, and friendship that is sure to be a treat for little ghouls and goblins everywhere. Review This is a debut novel from Drago, a Mexican author and illustrator, and she deftly weaves in cultural references. The illustrations are bright and detailed. Gentle storytelling and vibrant mixed-media illustrations make for an enjoyable seasonal story. -School Library Journal (starred review) Mexican-born author/illustrator Drago sweetly captures the angst-y little ghost’s perpetual perturbation...Iconic images of Mexican culture cleverly pepper the scenery. With the papel picado banners, panes de muerto, and Catrinas, Drago provides a festive environment for Gustavo’s laments. Decorated skulls peek out from around every corner; even the family goldfish is a smiling skeleton. This ghostly tale proves that anyone can have a happily-ever-after. -Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Born and raised in Mexico City, Drago fills her sweet ghost story with vibrant colors, textures, and authentic details from Mexican culture. Her illustrations burst with whimsical flourishes and clever details that youngsters will want to pore over repeatedly. While ideal for Day of the Dead, this heartwarming story about bravely taking the first step toward friendship is wonderful for little listeners year-round. -Booklist Gustavo is a sympathetic protagonist, and the illustrations are filled with appealing monsters and witty details. -The Horn Book Mexican artist Drago’s picture book debut offers a gentle friendship tale and folk-art-style, textural mixed-media pictures. -Publishers Weekly With rosy cheeks and wide eyes, Gustavo’s an easy little spirit to root for, and the book is particularly refreshing in its acceptance of Gustavo’s continued introversion even after making friends...Grainy, crayon-like textures pair with sturdy scribbles to give the mixed media art a joyful sense of movement, and the illustrations provide entertaining details of Day of the Dead traditions and the “monstrous” cast. This is an easy pick for some cheerful fall fun or in anticipation of a Day of the Dead celebration. -Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books About the Author Flavia Z. Drago was born and raised in Mexico City. As a child, she wanted to be a mermaid. When that didn’t happen, she began her career as a graphic designer and a children’s book illustrator. She loves color, textures, and shapes and enjoys creating them with different materials and a bit of digital sorcery. She lives in Mexico...

-Titulo Original : Potty (leslie Patricelli Board Books)-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: From School Library Journal PreS-Both books feature the same smiling, bald baby. In the first book, the toddler has to go potty. Intimidated, the child investigates the cats and dogs solutions. Several sound effects and wiggles later, the youngster gives the potty a shot with eventual success and accolades. In Tubby, muddy footprints and an obviously dirty child let readers know that it is bath time. The excited youngster has a grand time playing with bubbles and toys. These appealing books feature simple text, bright acrylic illustrations, and everyday situations that are certain to engage the very young.-Laura Butler, Mount Laurel Library, NJ (c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. A new toddler title charts a crucial achievement. There comes a point in a toddler’s life when going in one’s diaper is only one possible option, and the question must be raised: Should I go in my potty? With pitch-perfect humor and pacing, Leslie Patricelli follows the inner dialogue (sure to have little ones shouting responses) and hilarious actions of everyone’s favorite Baby, winding up with an over-the-top look of surprise and delight that will have both parents and offspring laughing out loud--I did it! Review Theres an abundance of sly humor in Patricellis comfortably rounded, bold-hued acrylic illustrations-she outdoes herself with a multi-panel spread including the protagonist sitting, naked, on the tiny toilet perusing a potty-training manual. Add to this the books brief, child-friendly texts, and Tubby and Potty join the elite club of board books that toddlers will want to hear over and over again-and parents wont mind -The Horn Book A cheerful declaration of independence, this refreshing treatment allows toddlers to imagine a successful future. Parents will know its not that easy, but they will enjoy the humor that accompanies this heaping helping of positive reinforcement. -Kirkus Reviews Minimalist compositions, thickly and shaggily outlined against bright, monochromatic backgrounds, should convince tykes of either gender that the bathroom is a kingdom theyll want to rule -Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books These appealing books feature simple text, bright acrylic illustrations, and everyday situations that are certain to engage the very young. -School Library Journal About the Author Leslie Patricelli is the creator of a series of best-selling board books starring her adorable bald baby. She is also the author-illustrator of two picture books about the Patterson Puppies as well as Higher! Higher!, a Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor winner. She lives in Ketchum, Idaho...

-Titulo Original : A Very Mercy Christmas (mercy Watson)-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: For fans of Mercy Watson, old and new, comes a joyful crescendo of favorite characters in a picture-book celebration of the quiet miracles the holidays bring. Mercy ornament included! Stella Endicott felt joyful. She felt like something miraculous might happen. She wanted to sing. When Stella gets the sudden idea to go caroling, she has a little trouble getting someone to join her. Her brother, Frank, is not good at spontaneity. The Watsons are very involved in a precarious fruitcake attempt (but happy to send their pig, Mercy, out for the occasion). Eugenia Lincoln declines, a bit rudely, to accompany on her accordion, and Horace Broom is too busy studying planetary movement. Will Stella need to sing by herself-with enthusiastic contributions from the pig, the cat, and the horse she picks up on the way? Or does the evening hold a miracle Stella hadn’t expected? With tender affection for Mercy Watson and all her Deckawoo Drive friends, Kate DiCamillo and Chris Van Dusen offer a picture-book homage to the season that is perfectly suited for family sharing-perhaps with some cups of hot cocoa and a stack of well-buttered toast. Review Thanks to DiCamillo’s quirky and endearing characters and subtle use of scene, [this story] feels like a bit of Christmas magic. . . . This celebration of community lit from the spark of just one joyful child anchors this familiar, warm story. . . . Has to be said: It hits all the right notes. -Kirkus Reviews Expressive, pink-flushed characters sparkle in scenes bedecked with festive cheer in the winsome illustrations of this holiday tale. -Foreword Reviews Van Dusen’s cool tones, saturated colors, and expressiveness pair well with the written words, providing nuance. . . a heartwarming Christmas story that emphasizes being kind to one another. -School Library Journal About the Author Kate DiCamillo is the beloved author of many books for young readers, including the Mercy Watson and Deckawoo Drive series. Her books Flora & Ulysses and The Tale of Despereaux both received Newbery Medals. A former National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, she lives in Minneapolis. Chris Van Dusen is the author-illustrator of many books for young readers, including The Circus Ship and Big Truck, Little Island,and the illustrator of the Mercy Watson and Deckawoo Drive series. He lives in Maine...

-Titulo Original : Leila, The Perfect Witch-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: In this charming picture book from the author-illustrator of Gustavo, The Shy Ghost,a witch who is spellbindingly good at everything discovers that baking is no piece of cake. Leila Wayward is a little witch who excels at everything she does. She’s the fastest flier, the most cunning conjuror, and the most superb shape-shifter. She has won trophies for potions, herbology, and alchemy-and now she dreams of winning the Magnificent Witchy Cake-off! As the youngest in a long line of masters of the Dark Arts of Patisserie, Leila wants her entry to be perfect. But even with the most bewitching of recipes, she realizes a terrible truth: she’s a disaster in the kitchen. Luckily, Leila has three magical sisters who are happy to share their culinary secrets with her. What’s more, Leila discovers that baking with them is fun! Win or lose, she has already tasted the sweetest thing of all: acceptance-with a pinch of nightshade and a bit of mandrake. Filled with expressive and fancifully offbeat illustrations, Flavia Z. Drago’s enchanting story of trying your hardest despite your imperfections is sure to delight little witches and novice bakers alike. Review Loaded with visual humor and quirky details, this whimsical tale charms and delights. Leila, her frog friends, and her family are comically illustrated with quarter-moon eyes and expressive faces. . . A picture book about the gifts of imperfection that casts a sweet and satisfying spell. -Kirkus Reviews With her magenta hair, greenish skin, and buck teeth, Leila might not be quite as cute as Gustavo (who can be spotted in the bake-off audience), but the pale blue-and-violet-toned illustrations are just as detail-filled and amusing. . . upbeat and engaging. Another Drago book destined for wide circulation, not only at Halloween. -School Library Journal Drago’s colorful mixed-media illustrations are full of interesting and funny details that complement her playful story, from the pictures on the front endpapers introducing her family to the decor in their gingerbread house to the not-so-scary creatures that inhabit Leila’s witchy world. -The Horn Book About the Author Flavia Z. Drago was born and raised in Mexico City. As a child, she wanted to be a mermaid. When that didn’t happen, she began her career as a graphic designer and a children’s book illustrator. She is theauthor-illustrator of Gustavo, the Shy Ghost. She loves color, textures, and shapes and enjoys creating them with different materials and a bit of digital sorcery. Flavia Z. Drago lives in Mexico...

-Titulo Original : The Princess In Black Three Smashing Adventures Books 1-3-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Who says princesses can’t wear black? This instant collection of the first three adventures in the New York Times best-selling series makes a perfect gift. Fans of princesses and superheroes, rejoice! Here comes a handy boxed set offering an irresistible introduction to Princess Magnolia and her monster-fighting alter-ego, the Princess in Black. Humorous and action-packed, these early chapter books written by Shannon and Dean Hale and illustrated by LeUyen Pham are a hit with young readers. Look out for inconvenient monster alarms, royal birthday parties, and a case of monstrous cuteness in a collection that includes The Princess in Black, The Princess in Black and the Perfect Princess Party, and The Princess in Black and the Hungry Bunny Horde...

-Titulo Original : Pick A Pumpkin-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: The creators of Pick a Pine Tree are back with a joyful, energetic celebration of a Halloween tradition. Pick a pumpkin from the patch. Tall and lean or short and fat. Vivid orange, ghostly white, or speckled green, might be just right. Pairing a wonderfully rhythmic read-aloud text with expressive retro illustrations, author Patricia Toht and illustrator Jarvis capture all the excitement and familial feeling of a favorite holiday tradition. Readers will be happy to follow along with each step, from picking out the perfect specimen at the pumpkin patch (be sure to stop for cider and toffee apples) to carting it home, scooping out the insides, carving a scary face, and finally lighting a candle inside - savoring the familiar ritual of transforming an ordinary pumpkin into a one-of-a-kind glowing jack-o’-lantern. Review The nearly flawless rhythm of the text is a pleasure to read and will likely become a favorite...Enchanting. -Kirkus Reviews This upbeat picture book traces the process of turning pumpkins into Halloween jack-o’-lanterns...A dramatic penultimate double-page spread reveals a glowing, grinning jack-o’-lantern in all its glory; a final spread shows the kids dressed in their costumes, heading out into a festively decorated neighborhood for trick-or-treat. “Happy Halloween, everyone!” -The Horn Book About the Author Patricia Toht is the author of Pick a Pine Tree and many other childrens books. She once owned a children’s bookshop called Never Never Land before turning a love of books into a love of writing. Patricia Toht lives in Chicago. Jarvis is the illustrator of Pick a Pine Tree. He is also an animator who has worked as both a record jacket designer and an animation director. The author-illustrator of Alan’s Big, Scary Teeth; Mrs. Mole, Im Home!; and Tropical Jerry, Jarvis lives in Manchester, England...

-Titulo Original : A Monster Calls Inspired By An Idea From Siobhan Dowd-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Patrick Ness’s Carnegie Medal-winning masterwork is poised to attract a discerning crossover audience. The monster in Conor’s backyard is not the one he’s been expecting - the one from the nightmare he’s had every night since his mother started her treatments. This monster is ancient. And wild. And it wants something from Conor. Something terrible and dangerous. It wants the truth. From the final idea of award-winning author Siobhan Dowd - whose premature death from cancer prevented her from writing it herself - Patrick Ness has spun a haunting and darkly funny novel of mischief, loss, and monsters both real and imagined. Review Profoundly moving, expertly crafted tale… a singular masterpiece, exceptionally well-served by Kays atmospheric and ominous illustrations… tackles the toughest of subjects by refusing to flinch, meeting the ugly truth about life head-on with compassion, bravery, and insight. -Publishers Weekly (starred review) There’s no denying it: this is one profoundly sad story. But it’s also wise, darkly funny and brave, told in spare sentences, punctuated with fantastic images and stirring silences. Past his sorrow, fright and rage, Conor ultimately lands in a place - an imperfect one, of course - where healing can begin. A MONSTER CALLS is a gift from a generous storyteller and a potent piece of art. -The New York Times A nuanced tale that draws on elements of classic horror stories to delve into the terrifying terrain of loss. . . . Ness brilliantly captures Conor’s horrifying emotional ride as his mother’s inevitable death approaches. In an ideal pairing of text and illustration, the novel is liberally laced with Kay’s evocatively textured pen-and-ink artwork, which surrounds the text, softly caressing it in quiet moments and in others rushing toward the viewer with a nightmarish intensity.A poignant tribute to the life and talent of Siobhan Dowd and an astonishing exploration of fear. -Kirkus Reviews (starred review) A brilliantly executed, powerful tale. -School Library Journal (starred review) Ness twists out a resolution that is revelatory in its obviousness, beautiful in its execution, and fearless in its honesty. Kays artwork keeps the pace, gnawing at the edges of the pages with thundercloud shadows and keeping the monster just barely, terribly seeable. -Booklist (starred review) A masterpiece about life and loss that will stay with the reader long after the final page is turned. -Library Media Connection (starred review) The heavily textured monochromatic illustrations are silent screams, rendering Conors inner chaos palpable with dense shading and jagged edges symbolizing the wildness within while shifting perspectives alternately create intimacy and distance, like the push and pull he feels as he tries to stay engaged in an impossibly painful situation… Emotionally wrenching, this draws truth across pain in a way that is accessible to middle-school readers. -Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books Heart-wrenching and thought-provoking. -The Horn Book Patrick Ness is an insanely beautiful writer. -TIME Magazine The power of this beautiful and achingly sad story for readers over the age of 12 derives not only from Mr. Nesss capacity to write heart-stopping prose but also from Jim Kays stunning black-ink illustrations. There are images in these pages so wild and ragged that they feel dragged by their roots from the deepest realms of myth. -Wall Street Journal The monster is a brilliant creation - part giant, part yew tree, destructive, didactic, elemental...The book has the thrills and ambition you would expect from the author of the Chaos Walking trilogy...Ness, Dowd, Kay and Walker have rifled deaths pockets and pulled out a treasure. -The Guardian Featured/recommended on Oprahs 2012 Kids Reading List -Oprah An honest, heart-wrenching story that moved me to tears. -John Boyne (author of The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas) About the Autho...

-Titulo Original : Mercy Watson To The Rescue-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: The first adventure of this New York Times best-selling porcine wonder is available in paperback. To Mr. and Mrs. Watson, Mercy is not just a pig - shes a porcine wonder. And to the portly and good-natured Mercy, the Watsons are an excellent source of buttered toast, not to mention that buttery-toasty feeling she gets when she snuggles into bed with them. This is not, however, so good for the Watsons bed. BOOM! CRACK! As the bed and its occupants slowly sink through the floor, Mercy escapes in a flash - to alert the fire department, her owners assure themselves. But could Mercy possibly have another emergency in mind - like a sudden craving for their neighbors sugar cookies? Welcome to the wry and endearing world of Mercy Watson - an ebullient character for early chapter-book readers in a series thats destined to be a classic. Review Van Dusens boldly hued, tactically hyperbolic gouache paintings tap into the narratives wry humor and joie de vivre. -Publishers Weekly (starred review) Appropriate as both a picture book and a beginning reader, this joyful story combines familiar elements with a raucous telling that lets readers in on the joke. -Booklist, starred review DiCamillo employs enough creative word choices to elevate the story beyond the controlled vocabulary of a first reader, yet the short chapters, large font, double spacing, and easygoing narrative make it approachable for transitional readers. -Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books, The Hilarity and hijinks abound. -Kirkus Reviews Mercy Watson, a disarmingly charming pig adopted by a loving human family, makes her debut in this new series of chapter books for beginning readers. -School Library Journal Featured/recommended -St. Paul Pioneer Press DiCamillos suspenseful yarn keeps readers turning the page, while the retro-folksy illustrations by Chris Van Dusen go for laughs and make for a gentle transition from picture books. -FamilyFun All heck breaks loose in this affectionate screwball take on bringing up baby. -Parenting This fast-paced tale features a pig named Mercy, a problem neighbor, and piles of buttered toast. -People Magazine Short and peppy chapters for reading or read-alouds. -Chicago Tribune Mr. and Mrs. Watson live in a charmingly retro world with their adorable pet pig. -Nick Jr. Family Magazine Best Books of the Year DiCamillos tightly woven, outlandish story shows shes a pro at making readers laugh. -Pittsburgh Post Gazette With its straightforward story line, repeated text and hilarious illustrations, this new series should delight young readers. -Book Page An ebullient new character for early chapter-book readers in a series that’s destined to be a classic. -Midwest Book Review Porcine merriment. -Star Tribune A beguiling blend of slapstick and whimsy. -Child Magazines Best Childrens Book Award About the Autho...

-Titulo Original : Encyclopedia Prehistorica Sharks And Other Sea Monsters-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water! Celebrate the New York Times best-selling 3-D look at prehistoric creatures of the deep. While dinosaurs patrolled the lands, massive prehistoric sharks, giant scorpions, and colossal squid cruised the ancient oceans - most with just one thing in mind: eat or be eaten. Pop-up masters Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart explore the prehistoric underwater world where monsters like megalodon ruled the waves. Full of captivating facts and more than thirty-five breathtaking pop-ups, this incredible volume is sure to astonish and amaze everyone from budding marine biologists to confirmed landlubbers. From School Library Journal Grade 1-5-This companion to Encyclopedia Prehistorica: Dinosaurs (Candlewick, 2005) uses equally amazing pop-up illustrations to introduce a fascinating array of ancient sea creatures. From the creepy-crawly invertebrates of the Paleozoic Era to the toothy reptiles of the Mesozoic to the mammoth mammals of the Cenozoic, the enjoyably chatty text offers brief sketches of the changing environment and its inhabitants. The colorful spreads feature large, often breathtaking paper-engineered renderings of prehistoric species, supplemented by smaller, booklike foldouts that provide additional information along with more visual fireworks. Readers will meet a feisty pterygotus (a lobster look-alike that grew to seven feet), an eight-ton sarcosuchus (a crocodilian with a horrendous overbite, and…nearly 100 teeth, some the size of railroad spikes!), and a massive megalodon (a shark ancestor with jaws that could open wide enough to swallow a hippopotamus whole). Spectacular effects include a three-dimensional kronosaurus skeleton with intricately sculpted vertebrae, tinted plastic inserts that evoke murky underwater scenes, and an action-packed, pop-up battle between two long-necked behemoths. There is not much detail here, but the authors do include amusing tidbits about outlandish fossil hunters and references to legendary monsters (Kraken, giant sea snakes, etc). Fun from cover to cover, this attention-grabbing offering will captivate readers, despite its delicate structure and limited shelf life.-Joy Fleishhacker, School Library Journal Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. From Booklist Gr. 1-3. The focus of this second entry in the Encyclopedia Prehistorica series of pop-up informational books, which began with Dinosaurs (2005), is not as narrow as the title suggests. An overview of the Paleozoic, Mesozoic, and Cenozoic eras starts things off, and the lively facts about high-profile predators (a massive megalodon could swallow a hippopotamus whole) are interspersed with information about not particularly monstrous creatures and sidebars about paleontological research. The pops, however, are the main event. On one spread, a gape-mouthed shark plunges toward unsuspecting readers; on another, frosted plastic mimics the oceans surface. Gatefolds and inset minibooks expand the capacity of the books seven spreads. Unfortunately, the paper sculptures occasionally obscure the text or catch on the booklets pages, the artwork often lacks identifying captions, and some of the creatures are introduced without referencing their proper time period. But even if children find the details difficult to synthesize, the sheer wonder generated by the collaborators dimensional sleight-of-hand will more than justify purchase. Jennifer Mattson Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved Review Robert Sabuda’s finest pop-up book to date. . . . A real work of art. -Entertainment Weekly Flipping through…is like witnessing the grand finale of a fireworks display. -New York Times Book Review From the Publisher Packed with exciting facts and complex pop-ups, this incredible new volume will thrill everyone - from budding marine biologists and oceanographers to pop-up fans, collec...

-Titulo Original : The Gift Of The Magi (holiday Classics Illustrated By P.j. Lynch)-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: O. Henrys classic tale of the wisest gifts of Christmas, brought to life by P.J. Lynchs extraordinary art, is itself a gift to share and treasure. In a shabby New York flat, Della sobs as she counts the few coins she has saved to buy a Christmas present for her husband, Jim. A gift worthy of her devotion will require a great sacrifice: selling her long, beautiful hair. Jim, meanwhile, has made a sacrifice for Della that is no less difficult. As they exchange gifts on Christmas Eve, the discovery of what each has done fills them with despair, until they realize that the true gifts of Christmas can be found more readily in their humble apartment than in any fine store. O. Henry paints a masterly portrait of unfaltering love, a haven from the harsh world outside. The poignancy of his story is captured in P.J. Lynchs eloquent art, wherein every glance, every gesture, tells a subtle truth. From School Library Journal Grade 5 Up-An illustrated, unabridged version of the classic short story in which a young husband and wife each, unbeknownst to the other, gives up a most treasured possession to buy the other a wonderful gift. The gifts, of course, are useless as a result, but the couples love is presumably all the stronger. The sepia-toned watercolors have an authentic period look; the details present in the New York City street scenes and the couples rather shabby apartment add a strong feeling of time and place to the story. Very different in style from Lisbeth Zwergers lovely and delicate version (S & S, 2006), this is a fine choice for libraries needing another illustrated edition of this Christmas tale.-Eva Mitnick, Los Angeles Public Library Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. Review ...as sentimental as Christmas. -- Publishers Weekly ÝB¨eautifully wrought illustrations, delicate, uncluttered, and splendidly composed. -- New York Times Book Review Lisbeth Zwergers biting line and soft, evocative palette illuminate the characters with an aura of gaslit nobility, and burnish an antique until it shines. -- Time About the Author O. Henry, aka William Sydney Porter, was born in North Carolina in 1862. A master of the short story, he wrote hundreds of tales whose wry humor and plot twists, often amusing or ironic, have earned him a place as one of the best-loved American writers. He died in 1910 at the age of forty-seven. P.J. Lynch is the celebrated illustrator of many beloved and acclaimed books, including A CHRISTMAS CAROL, THE BEE-MAN OF ORN, and IGNIS. He has won the Kate Greenaway Medal twice, for THE CHRISTMAS MIRACLE OF JONATHAN TOOMEY and WHEN JESSIE CAME ACROSS THE SEA. He lives in Ireland...

-Titulo Original : Wheres Waldo? The Wonder Book Deluxe Edition-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Another classic Waldo adventure has received the deluxe treatment! Prepare to find: A striking jacketed cover An original collectible poster on the underside of the jacket A spot-the-difference game on the cover A gatefold with separate checklists on every spread Never-before-seen sections of artwork in each scene New things to search for! About the Author Martin Handford is the creator of Waldo. He began his career as a freelance illustrator specializing in drawing crowd scenes - and the rest is history. He lives in England...

-Titulo Original : Great Joy (midi Edition)-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Newbery Medalist DiCamillo spins a tale of compassion and holiday warmth. - Publishers Weekly (starred review) A New York Times Bestseller A Time Magazine Top 10 Book of the Year Four starred reviews (Booklist, Kirkus Reviews, Publishers Weekly, School Library Journal) It is just before Christmas when an organ grinder and monkey appear on the street outside Frances’s apartment. When it’s quiet she can hear their music, and when she looks out her window at midnight, she sees them sleeping outside. Finally the day of the Christmas pageant arrives, but when it’s Frances’s turn to speak, all she can think about is the organ grinder’s sad eyes - until a door opens just in time, and she finds the perfect words to share. With this luminous tale, Kate DiCamillo pairs with Bagram Ibatoulline to offer a timeless holiday gift...

-Titulo Original : The Gingerbread Pirates Gift Edition-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Swashbuckling gusto and a poignant finish should make this a new favorite. - Publishers Weekly (starred review) It’s Christmas Eve, and Jim and his mother have left pirate gingerbread men for Santa. Jim’s favorite is Captain Cookie, who carries a gingerbread cutlass and has a toothpick peg leg. Jim keeps him close by his bed. But late that night, when Jim is fast asleep, Captain Cookie step-taps away on a daring adventure to find his pirate crew and rescue them from that mysterious character he’s heard about: a cannibal named Santa Claus. This masterfully illustrated tale, sparkling with all the excitement of a pirate adventure, is a new holiday classic. About the Author Kristin Kladstrup is also the author of the middle-grade novel The Book of Story Beginnings. She lives near Boston, Massachusetts. Matt Tavares is the illustrator of Lady Liberty by Doreen Rappaport; Jack and the Beanstalk, retold by E. Nesbit; Iron Hans by Stephen Mitchell; Over the River and Through the Wood; and ’Twas the Night Before Christmas. He is also the author-illustrator of There Goes Ted Williams, Henry Aaron’s Dream, Oliver’s Game, Mudball, and Zachary’s Ball. He lives in Ogunquit, Maine...

-Titulo Original : The Shortest Day-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: In this seasonal treasure, Newbery Medalist Susan Cooper’s beloved poem heralds the winter solstice, illuminated by Caldecott Honoree Carson Ellis’s strikingly resonant illustrations. So the shortest day came, and the year died . . . As the sun set on the shortest day of the year, early people would gather to prepare for the long night ahead. They built fires and lit candles. They played music, bringing their own light to the darkness, while wondering if the sun would ever rise again. Written for a theatrical production that has become a ritual in itself, Susan Cooper’s poem The Shortest Day captures the magic behind the returning of the light, the yearning for traditions that connect us with generations that have gone before - and the hope for peace that we carry into the future. Richly illustrated by Carson Ellis with a universality that spans the centuries, this beautiful book evokes the joy and community found in the ongoing mystery of life when we celebrate light, thankfulness, and festivity at a time of rebirth. Welcome Yule! Review Based on Cooper’s poem by the same name, originally written for a theatrical performance, this cyclical volume offers an alluringly haunting alternative to more familiar seasonal fare-one that is sure to serve as “lights of hope” on a dark season’s stage. -Publishers Weekly (starred review) So the shortest day came, writes Cooper, and Ellis beautiful gouache paintings depict a world that is pushing against the dark with candles and dance and song. Despite the urgency of the people to push away darkness for light, the tone of the tale is one of hope, anticipation, love, joy and spiritual happiness, culminating with Yule. People depicted morph from early hunter-gatherers to people in northern European medieval garb to a multiracial gathering. They gather in a modern Western home with mantelpiece decorated with menorah and holly, singing carols by the Christmas tree. As precious as sunshine. -Kirkus Reviews (starred review) This lovely celebration of winter solstice blends imagery from the long-ago revelries of northern Europeans with modern-day observations and global traditions...A treat to share aloud, this book makes a unique choice for seasonal sharing, opens discussion about rebirth rituals and holidays that incorporate light, and celebrates hope even in darkest times. -School Library Journal (starred review) Now transformed into a picture book, The Shortest Day is a joyful and timeless celebration of the winter solstice that will surely become a classic...The multitalented, Caldecott Honor-winning Carson Ellis (Du Iz Tak?) is the perfect illustrator for this project, using muted colors to accentuate the changing interplay between the sun and surrounding darkness. -BookPage (starred review) Here, Coopers words are perfectly paired with Caldecott Honor artist Carson Elliss ethereal gouache illustrations. Elliss paintings masterfully juxtapose the physical world of Coopers revelers with the spirits and beliefs they are celebrating. This gorgeous volume will remind readers they are a part of the vast history of the world. Welcome Yule! -Shelf Awareness for Readers (starred review) The Shortest Day began as a work for the theater...Here, Coopers words are perfectly paired with Caldecott Honor artist Carson Elliss ethereal gouache illustrations. Elliss paintings masterfully juxtapose the physical world of Coopers revelers with the spirits and beliefs they are celebrating. This gorgeous volume will remind readers they are a part of the vast history of the world. Welcome Yule! -Shelf Awareness for Readers (starred review) About the Author Susan Cooper wrote “The Shortest Day”for John Langstaff’s Christmas Revels,where it is performed annually across the country. She is the author of the classic fantasy sequence The Dark Is Rising, which includes the Newbery Medal winner The Grey King, as well as many other books for children and adults. She lives ...

-Titulo Original : Flora And Ulysses The Illuminated Adventures-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Available in a paperback edition! The beloved 2014 Newbery Medal winner by former National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature Kate DiCamillo. Holy unanticipated occurrences! From #1 New York Times best-selling author Kate DiCamillo comes a laugh-out-loud story filled with eccentric, endearing characters - a novel interspersed with comic-style graphic sequences and full-page illustrations, all rendered in black and white by K. G. Campbell. Review In Flora and Ulysses, longtime fans will find a happy marriage of Mercy Watsons warmth and wackiness and Edward Tulanes gentle life lessons. In Flora, they will find a girl worth knowing, and one they will remember. -The New York Times Book Review Newbery-winner DiCamillo is a master storyteller not just because she creates characters who dance off the pages and plots, whether epic or small, that never fail to engage and delight readers. Her biggest strength is exposing the truths that open and heal the human heart. She believes in possibilities and forgiveness and teaches her audience that the salt of life can be cut with the right measure of love. -Booklist (starred review) Original, touching and oh-so-funny tale starring an endearingly implausible superhero and a not-so-cynical girl. -Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Despite supremely quirky characters and dialogue worthy of an SAT prep class, there’s real emotion at the heart of this story involving two kids who have been failed by the most important people in their lives: their parents. -Publishers Weekly (starred review) Rife with marvelously rich vocabulary reminiscent of the early superhero era (e.g., “Holy unanticipated occurrences!”) and amusing glimpses at the world from the point of view of Ulysses the supersquirrel, this book will appeal to a broad audience of sophisticated readers. There are plenty of action sequences, but the novel primarily dwells in the realm of sensitive, hopeful, and quietly philosophical literature. -School Library Journal (starred review) About the Author Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. CHAPTER ONE A Natural-Born Cynic Flora Belle Buckman was in her room at her desk. She was very busy. She was doing two things at once. She was ignoring her mother, and she was also reading a comic book entitled The Illuminated Adventures of the Amazing Incandesto! “Flora,” her mother shouted, “what are you doing up there?” “I’m reading!” Flora shouted back. “Remember the contract!” her mother shouted. “Do not forget the contract!” At the beginning of summer, in a moment of weakness, Flora had made the mistake of signing a contract that said she would “work to turn her face away from the idiotic high jinks of comics and toward the bright light of true literature.” Those were the exact words of the contract. They were her mother’s words. Flora’s mother was a writer. She was divorced, and she wrote romance novels. Talk about idiotic high jinks. Flora hated romance novels. In fact, she hated romance. “I hate romance,” said Flora out loud to herself. She liked the way the words sounded. She imagined them floating above her in a comic-strip bubble; it was a comforting thing to have words I hate romance. hanging over her head. Especially negative words about romance. Flora’s mother had often accused Flora of being a “natural-born cynic.” Flora suspected that this was true. SHE WAS A NATURAL-BORN CYNIC WHO LIVED IN DEFIANCE OF CONTRACTS! Yep, thought Flora, that’s me. She bent her head and went back to reading about the amazing Incandesto. She was interrupted a few minutes later by a very loud noise. It sounded as if a jet plane had landed in the Tickhams’ backyard. “What the heck?” said Flora. She got up from her desk and looked out the window and saw Mrs. Tickham running around the backyard with a shiny, oversize vacuum cleaner. It looked like she was vacuuming the yard. That can’t be, thought Flora. Who vacuums their yard? Actually, it didn’t look like Mrs....

-Titulo Original : The Judy Moody Star-studded Collection Books 1-3-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Whats better than one Judy Moody adventure? Three of them! Jump-start your collection with Judys first three tales-with groovier-than-ever covers. Judy Moody rules! With kids everywhere relating to Judy’s many moods and laughing at her hilarious adventures, this paperback collection of her first three books makes getting to know Judy easier than ever. Included are: Judy Moody Judy doesnt have high hopes for third grade, but when Mr. Todd assigns a very special class project, she really gets a chance to express herself! Judy Moody Gets Famous! When Judy sets off in pursuit of fame, will she find it? Or will she just end up more infamous than ever? Judy Moody Saves the World! Judy Moodys class studies the environment - and soon Judy is in the mood to whip the planet into shape...

-Titulo Original : ¡hurra, Pececito! (little Fish) -Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: The colorful Lucy Cousins classic beckons readers in a Spanish-language edition. ¡Nada rapido, nada despacito! ¡Hurra, Pececito! Nada con Pececito para que conozcas a sus amigos en esta alocada aventura en rima y a todo color bajo el mar. Un encantador cuento submarino de Lucy Cousins, la galardonada creadora de Maisy. Swim along with Little Fish and meet his many fishy friends in this splishy, splashy riot of color and rhyme under the sea. This eye-popping read-aloud is sure to have buoyant little ones shouting, “Hooray for fish!” About the Author Lucy Cousins is the creator of the beloved Maisy series. She is also the author-illustrator of the widely acclaimedYummy: Eight Favorite Fairy Tales, a New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children’s Book of the Year, as well as I’m the Best and Peck Peck Peck. Lucy Cousins lives in Hampshire, England...

-Titulo Original : Wheres Waldo? The Boredom Buster Book 5-minute Challenges-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Waldo’s ultimate antidote to “there’s nothing to do” brims with searches, puzzles, and games of all stripes - plus a five-minute challenge on each page. Flying off on vacation or taking a long car ride? Stuck inside for hours on a rainy day? Fend off boredom with this hefty compendium of searches and activities featuring everyone’s favorite wanderer and his wily friends. You’ll find mazes, matching games, connect-the-dots, coloring pages, word searches, quizzes, and more, all guaranteed to occupy sharp-eyed fans...

-Titulo Original : Twenty Big Trucks In The Middle Of Christmas-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Add a big dose of Christmas cheer to an array of trucks for counting and you have the components of read-aloud holiday magic. One doughnut truck, on a cold winter day, drives into town and parks and stays. The snowy town is filling up with a procession of trucks of all shapes and sizes, including a snowplow, a crane, a digger, a semitrailer transporting the town’s majestic Christmas tree, and even a flatbed carrying Santa’s sleigh. All in all, twenty trucks roll in full of sparkle and anticipation, ready to set up the holiday festivities. But when the star being hoisted to the top of the Christmas tree wobbles and crashes to the ground, what could possibly be used to replace it? Thankfully, a pair of siblings scan the scene and come up with the perfect solution. Author Mark Lee and illustrator Kurt Cyrus team up again for a buoyant story delivering satisfying rhymes, holiday spirit, and most importantly, twenty trucks for counting. From School Library Journal PreS-Here come the trucks bringing Christmas into town! The creative team that conceived Twenty Big Trucks in the Middle of the Street hauls out 20 new trucks that fill the holiday with cheer. The snowplow and sander trucks clear the roads for the flatbed carrying a towering evergreen to decorate the town square. An earth drill, a ladder truck, and a boom truck with a basket crane all lend a hand. But…oh no! The star tree-topper falls from the cherry picker and shatters! Who will save the day? The most unlikely hero of all, the donut truck, lends its oversized rooftop donut to crown the tree. Lees couplets read easily, while not shying away from delectable mechanistic words like generator, stake, and flatbed. With no shortage of happenings in this town, each spread conveys a story of its own. A dancing, costumed snowman, a holiday band and choir, Santa on a sleigh, and a truck full of llamas all join the festivities. The text moves the story along quickly; however, readers will find themselves pausing to pore over each glorious spread. Using a muted palette, Cyrus treats children to a variety of perspectives. Viewing the scene from many angles pulls the viewer into the spectacle. This book works well as a companion to its predecessor, but will stand alone as a holiday favorite. VERDICT No preschooler will want to miss out on this heavyweight Christmas story. Highly recommended.-Richelle Rose, Kenton County P.L., KY ?(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. Review The creative team that conceived Twenty Big Trucks in the Middle of the Street hauls out 20 new trucks that fill the holiday with cheer. . . readers will find themselves pausing to pore over each glorious spread. . . . No preschooler will want to miss out on this heavyweight Christmas story. -School Library Journal (starred review) Ideal for truck lovers seeking a holiday fix. -Kirkus Reviews This companion to 20 Big Trucks in the Middle of the Street (rev. 5/13) is brightened by Lee’s rhyming text and Cyrus’s wintercrisp digital illustrations. -The Horn Book About the Author Mark Lee is a highly regarded poet, playwright, journalist, and author of novels for adults, including The Lost Tribe and The Canal House. He is also the author of the children’s book Twenty Big Trucks in the Middle of the Street,illustrated by Kurt Cyrus. He lives in New York City. Kurt Cyrus is the author-illustrator of numerous picture books. He is also the illustrator of Twenty Big Trucks in the Middle of the Street by Mark Lee and other titles for such authors as Eve Bunting, Lisa Wheeler, and M. T. Anderson. He lives in Cottage Grove, Oregon...

-Titulo Original : The Princess In Black And The Bathtime Battle-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Something smells like trouble! Can five princess heroes and one Goat Avenger pool their talents to vanquish a monstrous stink? The Princess in Black is in a very stinky situation. A foul cloud is plaguing the goat pasture, and it smells worse than a pile of dirty diapers or a trash can on a hot summer day. But every time the Princess in Black and her friend the Goat Avenger manage to get rid of the odor, they accidentally blow it to another kingdom! Other masked heroes and their trusty companions show up to help, but how do you battle a stench when your ninja moves fail? Fans with a nose for slapstick will be tickled to see the six stalwart friends join their wits to take on an impossibly beastly stink. About the Author Shannon Hale and Dean Hale are the award-winning husband-and-wife team behind the Princess in Black series, illustrated by LeUyen Pham. Shannon Hale is also the author of the Newbery Honor Book Princess Academy as well as the New York Times best-selling series Ever After High. Shannon Hale and Dean Hale live in Salt Lake City, Utah. LeUyen Pham is the illustrator of many books for children, including Real Friends by Shannon Hale and Aunt Mary’s Rose by Douglas Wood. LeUyen Pham lives in California...

-Titulo Original : Old Wood Boat-Fabricante : Candlewick-Descripcion Original: Raise the sails and follow the wind across the green sea in this captivating marriage of lyrical prose and intricate illustrations from a renowned West Coast artist. Old wood boat remembers the wind. Dilapidated and parted from the sea, she remembers and waits as her mast cracks and blackberry vines creep across her deck. But one day, a family tows her home. Scraped, scrubbed, sanded, and varnished, she is made beautiful and seaworthy again. After libations have been poured out, the family casts off, and old wood boat embarks on adventure once more. In this love letter to sailing, heralded artist Nikki McClure tells the story of a restored boat in timeless and reverent prose that perfectly accompanies her stunning cut-paper illustrations. At once delicate and bold, each page is masterful, rendered from a single sheet of black paper with precision and care that is sure to enthrall readers from coast to coast. From School Library Journal K-Gr 3-This unusual story is told from the perspective of an old wooden boat that journeys from the boatyard of an elderly man to the open sea when freshly repaired. Readers meet Old Wood Boat covered in brambles and home to small creatures. When a family buys the boat, she is refurbished to her former glory and taken out to sea. Reminiscent of Virginia Lee Burtons The Little House, the ebb and flow of the narrative mirrors the rocking of a boat and the simple text clearly describes each development in the the boats rebirth. Beautiful prose (scraps from the past hidden in vines) capture the heart of the story. The stunning paper-cut illustrations stand out with their striking images and intricate details. McClure has written a gorgeous homage of sailing and the sea. Includes a glossary of sailing vocabulary and a two-page blueprint showing the boats inner workings. VERDICT This book will fit well in all collections regardless of readers proximity to the sea. Repeat readings will be demanded; children will want to take a closer look at the pictures.-Heidi Dechief Review Nikki McClure’s picture book Old Wood Boat tells a familiar saga of rejuvenation in a striking way. . . . A labeled cross-section of the boat in the middle of the book and a glossary of terms at the end (‘How to Talk Like a Sailor’) add a nice nonfiction touch to this memorable venture.” -The Wall Street Journal Old Wood Boat’ is that magical combination of a captivating story and stunning illustration that makes it a book you’ll be happy to read to a young listener over and over again . . . . Some books are so delightful that you find a reader for them. ‘Old Wood Boat’ is one that will have you looking for a young sailor to give it to, and they’ll thank you for it 20 years from now. -Sailing Magazine Sure to be a welcome addition to any nautical family reading nook. . . . Using the colors of sand and sea as a palette, the hardcover book from Candlewick Press is perfect for sharing the magic of boating life with kids 4 to 8 and sure to become a cherished heirloom for generations. -Northwest Yachting The prose in this children’s book is imbued with passion and reverence for old boats restored and the memories inherent in them. . . . we all know a picture is worth a thousand words and this has never been more clearly illustrated than in Old Wood Boat. -Pacific Yachting Striking. . . McClure uses the language of the sea lyrically (“Old Wood Boat gains speed with the ebb/ and rides the swells with ease”), evoking an unforgettable sense of freedom yielded by wind, salt air, and spray. -Publishers Weekly Beautiful prose (“scraps from the past hidden in vines”) capture the heart of the story. The stunning paper-cut illustrations stand out with their striking images and intricate details. McClure has written a gorgeous homage of sailing and the sea. . . . Repeat readings will be demanded; children will want to take a closer look at the pictures. -School Library Journal This evocative picture b...