Eerdmans Books for Young Readers Spring 2019 by Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.

EERDMANS BOOKS FOR YOUNG READERS SPRING 2019

CONTENTS New for Spring 2019

Picture Books

Middle Reader & Young Adult Books

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Kirkus Reviews Best Children’s Books of 2017 Kirkus Prize Finalist 2018 WORLD Picture Book of the Year

Resources for Teachers & Librarians

Junior Library Guild Selection

Subject Guide

Catholic Press Association Children’s Book Award— Honorable Mention

2018 NCTE Notable Poetry Book

Order & Contact Information 44

2017 Foreword INDIES Award—Bronze Winner Kirkus Reviews starred review Publishers Weekly starred review

Indexes 45

Shelf Awareness starred review Booklist starred review

Front cover and spot art illustration by Ronojoy Ghosh from No Place Like Home.

Eerdmans Books for Young Readers was nominated for the Bologna Prize for Best North American Children’s Publisher in 2017 and 2018!

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2017–2018 Triple Crown Awards Honor 2017–2018 Missouri Show Me Readers Award Master List 2016 Carolyn W. Field Award Honor Book 2016 Maryland Blue Crab Young Reader Award 2016 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People

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2018 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People 2018 Skipping Stones Honor Award p. 34

2017 Parents’ Choice Book Awards— Recommended

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Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition 2018

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

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2018 Mildred L. Batchelder Honor 2018 ALSC Notable Children’s Book Kirkus Reviews Best Children’s Books of 2017 Cooperative Children’s Book Center Choices 2018 Kirkus Reviews starred review p. 31

Kirkus Reviews starred review

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Kentucky Bluegrass Award Master List 2018–2019 Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition 2017 School Library Journal starred review p. 12

Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition 2017 Junior Library Guild Selection School Library Journal starred review p. 25

Kirkus Reviews starred review Publishers Weekly starred review

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Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition 2018

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2018 IBBY Honour List 2015 USBBY Outstanding International Books Kirkus Reviews starred review Publishers Weekly starred review

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Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition 2018 Kirkus Reviews starred review

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New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Books of 2017 Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition 2017 2018 USBBY Outstanding International Books

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Publishers Weekly starred review p. 37

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AWARDS & RECOGNITION

FEBRUARY

ISBN 978-0-8028-5512-1 $16.00 Ages 3 –7

SPECS Picture book 32 pages Hardcover, unjacketed Full-color illustrations throughout Trim size: 7” x 9 7/8” BISAC code: JUV01000 LCCN: 2018025859 Postcard and bookmark available

RIGHTS World English rights only; all other rights Éditions du Seuil Translated from French

KEYWORDS • Bedtime • Parents • Books • Animals

A Story That Grows Written and illustrated by Gilles Bachelet Reading stories is a cherished bedtime ritual, a special moment that parents savor with their children—no matter what their species! In this charming book where each page builds on the last, a stork reads to her chick in their rooftop nest, a walrus tucks his calf into an igloo cradle, and an alien tells his child a story in zero gravity. Both parents and children will fall in love with the adorable cast of characters in this funny yet tender book.

Other bedtime favorites

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Gilles Bachelet has been creating picture books since 2002 and currently teaches illustration at the School of Art in Cambrai, France. His previous books include Mrs. White Rabbit (Eerdmans), as well as My Cat, The Silliest Cat in the World and When the Silliest Cat Was Small (both Abrams).

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APRIL

ISBN 978-0-8028-5513-8 $16.00 Ages 10 –14

SPECS Novel-in-verse 208 pages Hardcover with jacket Trim size: 5½” x 8¼” BISAC code: JUV039020 Poster and bookmark available

KEYWORDS • Family • Friendship • Growing Up • Poetry/Verse

Birdie Written by Eileen Spinelli Twelve-year-old Birdie Briggs loves birds. They bring her comfort when she thinks about her dad, a firefighter who was killed in the line of duty. Life without her dad isn’t easy, but at least Birdie still has Mom and Maymee, and her friends Nina and Martin. But then Maymee gets a boyfriend, Nina and Martin start dating, and Birdie’s mom starts seeing a police officer. And suddenly not even her beloved birds can lift Birdie’s spirits. Her world is changing, and Birdie wishes things would go back to how they were before. But maybe change, painful as it is, can be beautiful too. With compelling verse and a lighthearted touch, Eileen Spinelli captures the poignancy of adolescence and shows what can happen when you let people in.

More coming-of-age stories

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Eileen Spinelli made her debut in 1991 with Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch (Simon & Schuster), which won a Christopher Award. Since then she has written more than forty children’s books, including When No One Is Watching, Jonah’s Whale, and Do You Have a Dog? (all Eerdmans). She lives in Pennsylvania with Jerry Spinelli, her husband and fellow children’s writer. www.eileenspinelli.com

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ISBN 978-0-8028-5518-3 $18.00 Ages 5 – 9

SPECS Picture book 40 pages Hardcover, unjacketed Full-color illustrations throughout Trim size: 8 5/8” x 11” BISAC code: JUV039250 LCCN: 2018031194 Bookmark available

RIGHTS North America rights only; Vigmostad & Bjørke elsewhere Translated from Norwegian

KEYWORDS • Refugees • Grief • Memories • Healing/Hope

Vanishing Colors Written by Constance Ørbeck-Nilssen Illustrated by Akin Duzakin

Other books about war and refugees

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As a young girl and her mother take shelter for the night in their war-torn city, the world appears muted and dark. When the girl wakes in the middle of the night to find a bird watching her, she knows it’s the one from her mother’s stories, who flies down from the mountains to protect people from harm. She tells the bird what her life used to be like, before the war and destruction. As she continues to remember, colors slowly seep back into her life, and with them comes the courage to hope for a new beginning. This evocative story is a wonderful conversation starter about important and timely topics.

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Constance Ørbeck-Nilssen has been writing children’s books since 2004. Her previous titles include Why Am I Here? and I’m Right Here (both Eerdmans), and her books have been published in fifteen countries. She lives in Norway. www.constanceonilssen.com

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Akin Duzakin is a Turkish-Norwegian illustrator and children’s author. He was nominated for the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award in 2007 and 2008. He has collaborated with Constance Ørbeck-Nilssen on several books, including Why Am I Here? and I’m Right Here (both Eerdmans). Akin lives in Norway. www.akinduzakin.com

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ISBN 978-0-8028-5517-6 $19.00 Ages 4 – 8

SPECS Picture book 80 pages Hardcover, unjacketed Full-color illustrations throughout Trim size: 9½” x 10 5/8” BISAC code: JUV010000 Poster and bookmark available

RIGHTS USA and Canada rights only; Courtes et Longues elsewhere Translated from French

KEYWORDS

Sweet Dreamers

• Bedtime • Animals • Nature • Sleep

Written and illustrated by Isabelle Simler From the celebrated creator of Plume and The Blue Hour comes another enchanting animal book. Countless cozy animals are settling in for the night, but they all sleep in different ways. A bat dreams upside down, a hedgehog snuggles into a pile of leaves, and a humpback whale spins in its sleep like a ballerina. With its poetic language and lush illustrations, Sweet Dreamers will dazzle young readers as they drift off to sleep themselves. Isabelle Simler is the award-winning author and illustrator of The Blue Hour and Plume (both Eerdmans). Both books were featured in the 2017 Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition, and Plume was named a 2017 New York Times Best Illustrated Children’s Book. Isabelle lives in France. www.isabellesimler.com

Other favorite animal books

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FEBRUARY

ISBN 978-0-8028-5511-4 $17.00 Ages 4 – 8

SPECS Picture book 32 pages Hardcover, unjacketed Full-color illustrations throughout Trim size: 7 7/8” x 10” BISAC code: JUV051000 LCCN: 2018022900 Postcard available

RIGHTS North America rights only; Hippo Bokförlag elsewhere Translated from Swedish

KEYWORDS • Imaginary Friend • Pets • Fantasy • Nighttime

The Secret Cat Written and illustrated by Katarina Strömgård

More books about pets

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Lucy wants a pet more than anything, even though her mom always says no. But one night, Lucy hears a scratching sound from behind her wallpaper, and a mysterious cat named Silvring appears. Silvring takes Lucy on an adventure and introduces her to a world filled with secret pets just like hers. Not all the secret pets are as friendly as Silvring, though. Filled with magical realism, this beautiful book will resonate with animal lovers—and dreamers—of all ages. Katarina Strömgård has illustrated—and in some cases written—over a dozen books for children. Her favorite books often inhabit the space between reality and fantasy. When she’s not writing or drawing, Katarina enjoys visiting schools and libraries and holding workshops for children and adults. She lives with her family in Sweden. www.stromgard.com

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ISBN 978-0-8028-5520-6 $17.00 Ages 4 – 8

SPECS Picture book 32 pages Hardcover, unjacketed Full-color illustrations throughout Trim size: 9” x 11” BISAC code: JUV039140 LCCN: 2018025857 Poster available

RIGHTS USA, Canada, and Philippines rights only; Little Hare elsewhere

KEYWORDS

The Second Sky

• Encouragement • Perseverance • Self-confidence • Optimism

Written by Patrick Guest Illustrated by Jonathan Bentley Ever since he first hatched, Gilbert has wanted to fly. But with his big, clumsy feet and small, fluffy wings, Gilbert just can’t seem to get off the ground. His fellow penguins tell him to give up, but Gilbert is sure that if he keeps trying, he’ll be able to soar . . . Young readers will fall in love with this sweet, motivating story about overcoming obstacles and discovering your hidden talents. Patrick Guest is an Australian children’s author living in Melbourne. His previous books include That’s What Wings Are For and The Ricker Racker Club (both Little Hare). The Second Sky has been shortlisted for the 2018 Early Childhood Book of the Year by the Children’s Book Council of Australia.

More books about perseverance

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Jonathan Bentley is one of Australia’s most treasured picture book creators. He has illustrated over twenty children’s books and has written two of his own, Little Big (Eerdmans) and Where Is Bear? (Doubleday). He has also been an editorial illustrator for Australia’s Courier Mail for twenty years. He lives in Brisbane. p. 16

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APRIL

ISBN 978-0-8028-5522-0 $17.00 Ages 3 – 7

SPECS Picture book 32 pages Hardcover, unjacketed Full-color illustrations throughout Trim size: 11” x 8½” BISAC code: JUV002030 Postcard available

RIGHTS USA and Philippines rights only; Penguin Random House Australia elsewhere

KEYWORDS • Happiness • Belonging • Polar Bears • Habitat

No Place Like Home Written and illustrated by Ronojoy Ghosh George is a bit of a grump. He doesn’t like ice cream, his tiny house, or the crowded city he lives in. Perhaps he would be happier if he could find a place that truly feels like home. George travels to the jungle, the mountains, and the desert, but none of those places is quite the right fit. And so George keeps exploring . . . . Young children will delight in this fun, inviting story about discovering where you really belong.

More stories about finding where you belong

Ronojoy Ghosh is has been an art director in the advertising industry for almost twenty years. His first children’s book, Ollie and the Wind (Penguin Random House Australia) was shortlisted for Book of the Year by the Children’s Book Council of Australia in 2016. He currently lives in Australia with his family.

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ISBN 978-0-8028-5523-7 $10.00 Ages 5 – 9

SPECS Picture book 32 pages Paperback Full-color illustrations throughout Trim size: 10” x 8½” BISAC code: JNF007010 LCCN: 2018038288 Poster available

KEYWORDS • Artist • Biography • Courage • Self-esteem

REVIEWS AND AWARDS

The Fantastic Jungles of Henri Rousseau Written by Michelle Markel Illustrated by Amanda Hall Henri Rousseau wants to be an artist. He’s forty years old and has no formal training, but he buys some canvases and starts painting anyway. Rousseau loves creating art, but every time he exhibits his work, critics ridicule him. Instead of giving up, Henri Rousseau continues to paint, creating pieces of art that will one day hang in museums around the world. The Fantastic Jungles of Henri Rousseau, with its vivid text and vibrant illustrations, introduces young readers to the beloved artist while encouraging them to pursue their own dreams, especially the impossible ones.

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perseverance.” — School Library Journal (starred review)

hh“Jaunty, confiding, and affectionate.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)

hh“The career of artist Henri Rousseau gets

a wonderfully child-friendly treatment in a book that captures both his personality and the essence of his pictures.” — Booklist (starred review) • PEN / Steven Kroll Award • Booklist Top Ten Arts Books for Youth • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition

More books about famous artists

Michelle Markel is the author of several critically acclaimed picture book biographies, including Balderdash! (Chronicle) and Brave Girl (Balzer + Bray). Michelle lives with her family in California. www.michellemarkel.com

Amanda Hall has illustrated dozens books for children, including Brother Giovanni’s Little Reward (Eerdmans). Her latest collaboration with Michelle Markel is Out of This World (Balzer + Bray). Amanda lives in England. www.amandahallillustration.com

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Get on Your Bike Written by Joukje Akveld Illustrated by Philip Hopman After Bobby and William have a fight, Bobby hops on his bike and furiously rides away. But then he begins to calm down and think things over.

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“This realistic, constructive portrayal of handling an emotional conflict will resonate with kids.” — Kirkus Reviews “For a calming read, and a nice story about conflict resolution, this all-ages book . . . is a great pick.” — School Library Journal • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $18.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5489-6 10" x 131/2" • 32 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding

Back to Front and Upside Down!

I See the Moon

Written and illustrated by Claire Alexander

Written by Kathi Appelt Illustrated by Debra Reid Jenkins

Stan is frustrated because he can never seem to get his letters to turn out the right way. But he’s afraid to ask for help—until a friend assures him that no one is good at everything.

Poetic text by Newbery Honor winner Kathi Appelt and beautiful light-filled paintings by Debra Reid Jenkins combine to make this gentle bedtime story a perfect illustration of God’s abiding love.

“Students should have no trouble sympathizing with Stan’s learning difficulties and cheer[ing] for his success.” — School Library Journal

“A favorite nursery rhyme becomes a testament of God’s love.” — Publishers Weekly

• Schneider Family Book Award • ILA/CBC Children’s Choices PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5414-8 111/2" x 91/2" • 26 pages • Ages 4–7 Reinforced binding

• Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition PICTURE BOOK Paperback • $10.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5226-7 91/2" x 91/2" • 24 pages • Ages 3–7

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Outside My Window

I Like, I Don’t Like

Mrs. White Rabbit

Written by Linda Ashman Illustrated by Jamey Christoph

Written by Anna Baccelliere Illustrated by Ale + Ale

Written and illustrated by Gilles Bachelet

Children from all over the world describe what they see when they gaze out of their windows. This beautiful book will spark readers’ curiosity with its celebration of global diversity.

The UN Convention on the Rights of the Child states that every child in the world has the right to play. Unfortunately, that universal right is not always respected. I Like, I Don’t Like will inspire meaningful discussions about privilege and poverty.

“This satisfying story [is] a fine read-aloud choice for global awareness.” — Booklist PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5465-0 11" x 81/4" • 40 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding

“A hard, heartfelt read.”

— Kirkus Reviews

“Powerful. This is a book for launching conversations.” — School Library Journal • Notable Social Studies Trade Books For Young People PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5480-3 9" x 85/8" • 28 pages • Ages 4–9 Reinforced binding

Readers get a hilarious new perspective of Lewis Carroll’s Wonderland through the diary of the White Rabbit’s wife.

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scenes [are] festooned with exactly drawn bric-a-brac, visual jokes, and Carrollian characters.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “A showstopper.”

— Publishers Weekly

“A visual treat to linger over.”

— Booklist

PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5483-4 9" x 13" • 32 pages • Ages 6–10 Reinforced binding World English rights; all other rights Éditions du Seuil

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If Nathan Were Here

At Night

Written by Mary Bahr Illustrated by Karen A. Jerome

Written and illustrated by Helga Bansch

In this gentle, poignant story, a young boy finds ways to express his questions and sorrow after a close friend dies. “This affecting story is a solid choice for children mourning the loss of a peer.” — Publishers Weekly • Kentucky Bluegrass Award Master List • Arkansas Diamond Primary Book Awards Finalist PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5187-1 Reinforced binding Paperback • $10.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5235-9 8" x 10" • 32 pages • Ages 5–9

At night, all the animals return to their homes to sleep, and everything is in order. Until things get turned upside down . . .

hh “This Austrian import makes night newly beguiling.”

— Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

• Kirkus Reviews Best Children’s Books • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition

hh “Immersive, engaging, and unflinching.”

PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $14.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5471-1 7" x 7" • 41 pages • Ages 2–6 Reinforced binding North America rights only; Tyrolia elsewhere

Brother Hugo and the Bear Written by Katy Beebe Illustrated by S.D. Schindler

In this charming story about self-confidence, a cheerful creature called the Yes sets off to explore the big wide Where. But the Where is home to the Nos, who discourage the Yes at every turn. Can one Yes prove stronger than countless Nos?

When Brother Hugo’s library book is devoured by a bear, the monk painstakingly creates a replacement. But will he be able to keep the new copy safe from the hungry bear?

PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5449-0 91/2" x 11" • 32 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding USA, Canada, and Philippines rights only; Andersen Press elsewhere

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The Reconstruction period after the Civil War is depicted through the life of John Roy Lynch, who went from Mississippi slave to U.S. Congressman in just ten years’ time.

hh “The fascinating story of John Roy Lynch’s

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Written by Sarah Bee Illustrated by Satoshi Kitamura

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Written by Chris Barton Illustrated by Don Tate

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The Yes

“Comforting and full of encouragement, this may be just the selection for adults or children struggling with fear and self-doubt.” — Kirkus Reviews

The Amazing Age of John Roy Lynch

hh “Prepare to be charmed by a bear who loves

words—or at least loves to eat them.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

hh “Combines suspense, humor, and information in a handsome, entertaining package.”

— School Library Journal (starred review) • Kirkus Reviews Best Children’s Books • School Library Journal Best Books

life . . . gets a stirring treatment here.” — Booklist (starred review) — Publishers Weekly (starred review) • Texas Bluebonnet Award Master List • Carter G. Woodson Book Award PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5379-0 83/8" x 103/4" • 50 pages • Ages 7–10 Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online

Good Morning, Harry— Good Night, Daddy Written by Katy Beebe Illustrated by Valeri Gorbachev As Harry gets ready for bed, Daddy’s shift on the overnight train from London to Penzance is just beginning. But the long night apart eventually ends in a happy reunion. “A good pick for reading aloud at any time of day.” — Kirkus Reviews PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5450-6 81/2" x 11" • 40 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding

PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5407-0 9" x 111/2" • 34 pages • Ages 5–9 Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online

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Nile Crossing

Little Big

Written by Katy Beebe Illustrated by Sally Wern Comport

Written and illustrated by Jonathan Bentley

Khepri lives in ancient Egypt, happily fishing alongside his father in the waters of the Nile. But today, as Khepri and his father travel to Thebes, Khepri must face his anxieties about his first day of school.

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great informational read-aloud about starting school, ancient Egypt, and hieroglyphics.” — School Library Journal (starred review) • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition • Junior Library Guild Selection PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $18.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5425-4 111/2" x 101/4" • 34 pages • Ages 5–9 Reinforced binding

Life can be tough when you’re little. With little legs, it’s hard to win races. With little hands, you can’t open the cookie jar. Sometimes it seems like all your problems would be solved if you were just a little bigger. But sometimes, little is exactly the right size. “Bentley’s reverie is gorgeous to look at, with a playfully dramatic sense of contrasting scale that makes the boy’s yearning both funny and poignant.” — Publishers Weekly PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5462-9 95/8" x 95/8" • 32 pages • Ages 3–7 Reinforced binding

The Life of Jesus

An Illustrated Rosary

Written and illustrated by Mary Billingsley Ever since the Middle Ages, countless Christians have prayed the rosary as a way to focus on the story of salvation. This centuries-old text is here given new life through the paintings of Mary Billingsley. “Billingsley’s text and art create a surprising and enlightening modern juxtaposition to this very traditional practice.” — Publishers Weekly PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $20.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5362-2 9" x 111/4" • 56 pages • All Ages Reinforced binding

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The Fishing Lesson

A World of Prayers

Georgia’s Bones

Written by Heinrich Böll Illustrated by Emile Bravo

Selected by Jeremy Brooks Illustrated by Elena Gomez

Written by Jen Bryant Illustrated by Bethanne Andersen

A fisherman is napping in his boat when a tourist abruptly wakes him. The tourist tells the fisherman he could achieve a lot more if he spent more time fishing, but it’s the tourist who ultimately learns something.

From mealtime graces to bedtime blessings, these prayers have been collected from every corner of the world. Beautiful illustrations make this a perfect prayer book for children.

This picture book biography of Georgia O’Keeffe celebrates the famous artist’s fascination with natural shapes and her unusual way of looking at the world.

“A lesson about success delivered with humor and graceful irony.” — Kirkus Reviews

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such common themes of prayer as love and gratitude, and also the diverse ways they are expressed.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“This bold, beautiful rendition has a certain nonconformist flair that surely would have earned O’Keeffe’s stamp of approval.” — Booklist

“This lesson . . . is delivered with lighthearted humor that youngsters are sure to get and enjoy. A fun and lively picture book.” — School Library Journal PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5503-9 101/4" x 71/2" • 44 pages • Ages 5 & up Reinforced binding USA and Canada rights only; Glénat elsewhere

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PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5285-4 11" x 91/4" • 32 pages • Ages 4–10 Reinforced binding USA, Canada, and Philippines rights only; Frances Lincoln elsewhere

• Tucson/Pima Public Library Southwest Books PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5217-5 Reinforced binding Paperback • $10.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5367-7 10" x 11" • 32 pages • Ages 4–10 Discussion guide available online

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The Right Word

A River of Words

Written by Jen Bryant Illustrated by Melissa Sweet

This spectacular book depicts the life of Peter Mark Roget and the creation of his thesaurus.

Exquisite prose and illustrations celebrate American doctor-poet William Carlos Williams.

Roget and His Thesaurus

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The Story of William Carlos Williams

siasm for language and learning, Bryant and Sweet joyfully celebrate curiosity, the love of knowledge, and the power of words.” — Booklist (starred review)

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• SCBWI Golden Kite Award • NCTE Orbis Pictus Honor Award • New York Times Notable Children’s Books

• New York Times Best Illustrated Children’s Books • Charlotte Zolotow Honor Book • Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People

PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $18.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5385-1 8" x 11" • 42 pages • Ages 7 & up Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online

combines a lyrical text with wonderfully creative mixed-media illustrations.” — School Library Journal (starred review)

PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $18.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5302-8 9" x 10" • 34 pages • Ages 7 & up Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online

Herodotus the Hedgehog Written and illustrated by Jean-Luc Buquet In this empathetic story, Herodotus the hedgehog asks the other animals in the forest about their beliefs. Herodotus is fascinated by their ideas, but eventually he’ll have to decide what he believes in himself. “A Zen-infused tale about the importance of paying attention to now.” — Kirkus Reviews “This clever picture book encourages children to consider the big questions of life . . . from a variety of perspectives.” — Spirituality & Practice PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5498-8 81/2" x 12" • 52 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding USA and Canada rights only; Courtes et Longues elsewhere

Hail Mary and Our Father

The Call of the Swamp

The Queen of the Frogs

Written by Sabrina Bus Illustrated by Xavier Deneux

Written by Davide Cali Illustrated by Marco Somà

With clear, simple language and sweet illustrations, these board books explain the meaning of two prayers, the Hail Mary and the Lord’s Prayer, relating the words of each prayer to young children’s everyday lives.

Boris loves his adoptive parents, even though they don’t have gills like he does. But one day Boris starts to wonder about the swamp he came from, and suddenly he’s not quite sure where he belongs.

“Illuminate[s] two of the best-known prayers from the Christian and Roman Catholic traditions via joyful and welcoming mixed-media illustrations.” — Publishers Weekly

“The Call of the Swamp pulls off the rare trick of blending whimsy with genuine ache.” — New York Times

The frogs enjoy a peaceful life at the pond, until one day a little frog finds a crown at the bottom of the pond and is instantly pronounced a queen. But when her royal subjects start to question her authority, she must prove she’s fit to rule—if she can.

BOARD BOOK $8.50 Hail Mary / ISBN 978-0-8028-5312-7 Our Father / ISBN 978-0-8028-5313-4 63/4" x 63/4" • 10 pages • Ages 1–4

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“Readers will never encounter a more likable and endearing creature than this swamp baby.” — School Library Journal • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5486-5 81/4" x 111/2" • 26 pages • Ages 4–9 Reinforced binding

“A simple, enjoyable fable that should spark discussion. A fine choice for storytime.” — School Library Journal • New York Public Library Best Books for Kids • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5481-0 67/8" x 97/8" • 38 pages • Ages 4–9 Reinforced binding USA and Canada rights only; Bruaá elsewhere

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Klimt and His Cat

Before You Were Born

Written by Bérénice Capatti Illustrated by Octavia Monaco

Written by Nancy White Carlstrom Illustrated by Linda Saport

Katze, the loyal cat of Gustav Klimt, takes readers on an exciting journey through the world of the famous Viennese painter.

This lyrical celebration of the excitement and love with which parents welcome a new child is perfectly matched with soft, expressive illustrations.

“This quirky distillation of Klimt’s essence is particularly notable for its luminous, goldleafed multimedia paintings that effectively evoke the Viennese Secessionist painter’s individualistic style . . . Beautifully produced.” — Kirkus Reviews • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $20.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5282-3 85/8" x 121/4" • 34 pages • Ages 8–12 Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online

“The masterful collaboration of writer and artist makes this title shine.” — School Library Journal • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5185-7 10" x 10" • 32 pages • Ages 4–7 Reinforced binding

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Does God Know How to Tie Shoes? Written by Nancy White Carlstrom Illustrated by Lori McElrath-Eslick On a trip to the country with her parents, young Katrina learns what God is like. “The questions raised are typical of those posed by young children, and the result is a book that presents the concepts in an understandable, concrete way.” — School Library Journal PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5074-4 Reinforced binding Paperback • $10.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5125-3 101/2" x 91/2" • 32 pages • Ages 4–8 Board Book • $8.50 ISBN 978-0-8028-5366-0 63/4" x 63/4" • 12 pages • Ages 1–4

What Does the Sky Say?

Little Apple Goat

Piper

Written by Nancy White Carlstrom Illustrated by Tim Ladwig

Written and illustrated by Caroline Jayne Church

Written and illustrated by Emma Chichester Clark

A child’s experience of the sky in changing seasons and in all kinds of weather is brought to life by expressive and luminous illustrations.

Little Apple Goat is ordinary in every way— except for one. Instead of munching on oats or grass or laundry left on the line, she prefers to eat fruit from the orchard. This clever tale will charm young readers and also introduce them to the changing seasons.

Piper is a gentle dog, anxious to please. But when his grim new master treats Piper badly, he is terrified and runs away. Will Piper find happiness in the big city?

“A joyous prose poem whose swirling, lightdrenched illustrations . . . complement the text’s sense of wonder.” — Publishers Weekly • Independent Publisher Book Award • National Outdoor Book Award

“Church’s cartoon animals and cheery rural scenes . . . exude a happy toy-like charm.” — Publishers Weekly

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“A heartwarming tale of love and acceptance.” — School Library Journal “It will take a hard heart indeed to resist this story of a sweet-natured hound who finally finds the owner he deserves.” — Publishers Weekly PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5314-1 8" x 107/8" • 32 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding USA, Canada, and Philippines rights only; Andersen Press elsewhere

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Persephone

Sleepy Time Blessings

The Herd Boy

Written by Sally Pomme Clayton Illustrated by Virginia Lee

Written by Sally Anne Conan Illustrated by Nicole Rutten

Written and illustrated by Niki Daly

When Persephone is taken off to live in the Underworld, her mother is so sad that she curses the land so nothing can grow. Young readers will love this Greek myth and its clever explanation for the changing seasons.

Simple text and an adorable bunny baby— watched over by sweet guardian bunny angels!—make this board book a favorite bedtime story for very young children.

hh “Clayton retells the tale with drama and grace.”

— Booklist (starred review)

“Vivid imagery, powerful emotions, and loads of action.” — Kirkus Reviews • ILA/CBC Children’s Choices • Parents’ Choice Book Awards—Silver Honor

“The text itself is not repetitious, but the message of God’s love and care is reinforced on every page.” — Libraries Alive BOARD BOOK $8.50 ISBN 978-0-8028-5350-9 63/4" x 63/4" • 12 pages • Ages 1–4

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Malusi is in charge of looking after his grandfather’s sheep and goats, but he dreams of doing more in this story that explores what it takes to be a great leader.

hh “This is a touching, eloquent story . . . Filled with hope and promise.”

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Red

Willy

Written and illustrated by Jan De Kinder

Written by Geert De Kockere Illustrated by Carll Cneut

A girl laughs at Tommy when she sees him blushing, but when Paul starts harassing him, she feels torn between her sympathy for Tommy and her fear of the bully.

hh “Strong emotional content.”

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“A useful opening into discussions about taking a stand when others do wrong.” — Publishers Weekly • ALSC Notable Children’s Books • USBBY Outstanding International Books • Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5446-9 77/8" x 101/4" • 32 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding

The qualities that make Willy so different turn out to be the very things that make him so loved.

hh “Readers will be inspired to think of Willy: These aren’t defects, they’re worthy attributes, capable of delivering something good.”

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Animals of the Bible for Young Children Written by Marie-Hélène Delval Illustrated by Aurélia Fronty The brief and simple text of this colorful book will help young readers discover how all of the diverse animals that appear in the Bible bear witness to God’s love and wisdom. “The colorful and meditative illustrations by Aurélia Fronty enhance the text nicely.” — Spirituality & Practice PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5376-9 81/4" x 81/4" • 94 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding World English rights; all other rights Bayard

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The Bible for Young Children Written by Marie-Hélène Delval Illustrated by Götting Short text and bold, accessible paintings make this a perfect book for introducing young readers to some of the Bible’s most beloved stories and its heroic and memorable characters. “Götting’s oil paintings are a vivid counterpoint to Delval’s simple, enthusiastic, and often poetic condensations.” — Publishers Weekly PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5383-7 81/4" x 81/4" • 94 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding World English rights; all other rights Bayard

Images of God for Young Children Written by Marie-Hélène Delval Illustrated by Barbara Nascimbeni Engaging, lyrical language will help children discover the many ways that God is revealed to us. “With eloquent simplicity in both prose and illustrations, this introspective book . . . offers complex theological concepts in a manner that’s accessible to young readers.” — Publishers Weekly • Booklist Top Ten Religion Books for Youth PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5391-2 81/4" x 81/4" • 94 pages • Ages 4–9 Reinforced binding World English rights; all other rights Bayard

Psalms for Young Children Written by Marie-Hélène Delval Illustrated by Arno From joy and wonder to sadness and regret, the biblical psalms express a whole range of emotions. This collection of paraphrased psalms will give children a pattern for how to talk to God about their feelings. “It’s worth the price of admission to this enchanting book . . . to have access to the gorgeous illustrations.” — CBA Retailers & Resources • Association of Theological Booksellers Theologos Award PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5322-6 81/4" x 81/4" • 88 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding World English rights; all other rights Bayard

Bow-Wow Wiggle-Waggle

Two Little Birds

Uh-Oh!

Written and illustrated by Mary Newell DePalma

What begins as a playful game of fetch between a boy and his dog turns into a wild goose chase in this perfect read-aloud.

Two little birds see hundreds of other birds flying in one direction and decide to join them, leading to an amazing journey. This delightful story subtly celebrates the wonders of migration.

In this lighthearted and nearly wordless book, a hapless little dinosaur leaves a trail of mayhem behind him as he jumps from one disaster into another. Children will be amused by the hilarious story of this mischievous but endearing character’s calamitous day.

“Full of energy and zip, this is a good example of onomatopoeia, well complemented by the engaging pictures and heartfelt story.” — Kirkus Reviews • Bank Street College Best Children’s Books • Texas 2 x 2 Reading List PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $14.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5408-7 81/4" x 81/4" • 32 pages • Ages 3–7 Reinforced binding

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hh “Like the writing, the mixed media collage artwork is strong, delicate, and precise.”

— Booklist (starred review) • Florida Reading Association Children’s Book Award PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5421-6 81/2" x 11" • 34 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online

“The plot is humorously appealing, if deceptively sophisticated.” — School Library Journal PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $14.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5372-1 81/4" x 81/4" • 32 pages • Ages 3–7 Reinforced binding

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Scout’s Heaven

The Chickens Build a Wall

Edgar Wants to Be Alone

Written by Bibi Dumon Tak Illustrated by Annemarie van Haeringen

Written and illustrated by Jean-François Dumont

As a family grieves the loss of their beloved dog Scout, Little Brother starts to ask questions about where Scout is now—and his search for answers helps the whole family find a sense of peace.

At the farm, the chickens are building a wall, convinced that the hedgehog who wandered in must be trouble. But eventually they discover that he might not be so dangerous.

hh “Deeply affecting . . . a portrait of a family

parallels to contemporary discourse on immigration and other hot-button topics.”

When Edgar sees a worm following him, he does everything in his power to get rid of his unwelcome companion. But the worm just won’t go away! Edgar asks the other animals to help him, but eventually he realizes he might have been part of the problem all along.

able to talk about hard things with love.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “This unusual look at a beloved pet’s death may be helpful to some families.” — Kirkus Reviews PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $15.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5500-8 53/4" x 73/4" • 32 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding

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— Publishers Weekly (starred review) • USBBY Outstanding International Books • Notable Books for a Global Society PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5422-3 101/4" x 81/4" • 33 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding

“A knee-slapper . . . Best shared with preschoolers just learning irony.” — Kirkus Reviews PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5457-5 101/4" x 81/4" • 26 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding USA, Canada, and UK rights only; Flammarion elsewhere

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The Geese March in Step

I Am a Bear

The Sheep Go on Strike

Written and illustrated by Jean-François Dumont

Every morning, all the geese march in perfect step down to the pond. But no matter what she tries, Zita just can’t seem to keep the beat. Eventually, though, she learns to appreciate her own special rhythm.

Life isn’t easy for a hungry, homeless bear living in a city of people who ignore him. But one day he realizes that maybe there is something that could make life a bit easier—a friend.

When the sheep on the farm go on strike, things get heated as the rest of the animals start to take sides. But once they all sit down and talk, they come up with a creative compromise.

hh “A jazzy, eye-catching take on the ancient

“Food for both thought and discussion.” — Kirkus Reviews

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beat of the distant drummer.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5443-8 101/4" x 81/4" • 33 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding USA, Canada, and UK rights only; Flammarion elsewhere

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“Dumont’s lesson can run shallow or deep, but it is a winner either way.” — Kirkus Reviews • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5470-4 101/4" x 81/4" • 33 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding USA, Canada, and UK rights only; Flammarion elsewhere

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Little Croc’s Purse

Song of Creation

Little Naomi, Little Chick

Written and illustrated by Lizzie Finlay

Written and illustrated by Paul Goble

When Little Croc finds a purse full of money, his friends have all sorts of ideas about what to spend it on. But Little Croc decides to return his find and learns important lessons about sharing, saving, and spending.

A Caldecott Medal-winning illustratoradapts words from The Book of Common Prayer into a celebration of creation.

Written by Avirama Golan Illustrated by Raaya Karas

“[Makes] worthy points about the benefits of honesty, modeling responsible financial behavior.” — Kirkus Reviews • Bank Street College Best Children’s Books PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5392-9 85/8" x 101/2" • 32 pages • Ages 3–7 Reinforced binding USA, Canada, and Philippines rights only; Random House UK elsewhere

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praise . . . His instantly recognizable illustration style is at its best.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) • Booklist Top Ten Religion Books for Youth • Midwest Independent Publisher Association Award • Catholic Library Association Regina Medal PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5271-7 93/8" x 11" • 32 pages • Ages 5–10 Reinforced binding

Naomi has a busy day filled with adventures. Little Chick has to stay home in the barnyard, but that doesn’t stop him from having adventures of his own.

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unique balance of visual and written narrative sure to enchant young and old alike.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

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I Lay My Stitches Down Written by Cynthia Grady Illustrated by Michele Wood Using spiritual and quilting motifs, this powerful collection of poems evokes the experiences of enslaved African Americans.

hh “This ambitious work offers a bit of poetry, history, folk art, quilting, religion and more. It will definitely fill a niche in libraries.”

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At Jerusalem’s Gate Poems of Easter

Written by Nikki Grimes Illustrated by David Frampton Beginning with Christ’s arrival in Jerusalem, this book explores the events of the first Easter through the voices of those who witnessed them.

hh “A handsome, well-designed offering for middle readers and families.”

— Kirkus Reviews (starred review) • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition • Booklist Top Ten Religion Books for Youth • Cleveland Public Library Celebrate with Books Selection PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $20.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5183-3 85/8" x 121/4" • 48 pages • Ages 9–14 Reinforced binding

Come Sunday Written by Nikki Grimes Illustrated by Michael Bryant Colorful illustrations and lyrical poetry capture a joyful day of worship seen through a child’s eyes.

hh “Reverent, funny, and wildly energetic . . .

A wonderful book for introducing children to church life.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)

hh “A book bursting with joy.” — Booklist (starred review) • ALSC Notable Children’s Books • California Collections Elementary Collection PICTURE BOOK Paperback • $9.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5134-5 91/4" x 111/2" • 32 pages • Ages 4–9

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The Watcher

When Daddy Prays

Jesus

Written by Nikki Grimes Illustrated by Bryan Collier

Written by Nikki Grimes Illustrated by Tim Ladwig

Written by Anselm Grün Illustrated by Giuliano Ferri

Jordan is bullied by Tanya, but Tanya has problems of her own. Eventually they both begin to understand one another in this series of golden shovel poems based on Psalm 121.

A child learns about prayer from his father, whose prayers carry the family through each day—no matter what the circumstances.

In this retelling of the life of Jesus, readers witness the Nativity, the important miracles and lessons, the crucifixion, and the glorious resurrection. The graceful text and the luminous paintings create a moving picture of Jesus’s life.

hh “Hopeful and affecting, Grimes and Collier’s

third collaboration provides exquisite affirmation of the healing power of forgiveness and compassion.” — Shelf Awareness (starred review)

hh “The language, by turns soaring and searing . . . is brought to earth in the best way by Collier’s resonant photo-collages.”

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“Brimming with love and faith, Grimes’s poems celebrate a father’s devotion as seen through the eyes of his child.” — School Library Journal • Association of Theological Booksellers Theologos Award PICTURE BOOK Paperback • $9.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5266-3 91/2" x 111/2" • 32 pages • Ages 4–9

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One Big Family

Written by Anselm Grün Illustrated by Giuliano Ferri

Written by Marc Harshman Illustrated by Sara Palacios

This warm, inviting book describes the life and miracles of St. Nicholas and introduces readers to the real origins of Santa Claus.

When you have a big family, reunions can be loud and chaotic. But as this cheerful book demonstrates, they can also be tons of fun!

“A fine introduction to the patron saint of children.” — Booklist

“Harshman and Palacios celebrate the casual chaos of big family gatherings.” — Publishers Weekly

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The Legend of Saint Nicholas

“The clear, engaging text highlights some better-known legends surrounding Nicholas of Myra.” — The Horn Book

“This is both a dignified and visually lovely account.” — Publishers Weekly

“Harshman’s anthem to extended families is a mellow catalog of togetherness.” — Kirkus Reviews PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5388-2 111/4" x 91/4" • 34 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding

The Legend of Saint Christopher Adapted by Margaret Hodges Illustrated by Richard Jesse Watson With power and simplicity, this book tells the unforgettable tale of the man who became known as the patron saint of travelers. “An artful treatment . . . Children meeting this story for the first time will still be drawn to it, just as others have been over the centuries.” — Booklist • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition PICTURE BOOK Paperback • $10.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5360-8 81/2" x 11" • 32 pages • Ages 5–10

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Anna’s Heaven

Garmann’s Summer

Rain

Written and illustrated by Stian Hole

Written and illustrated by Anders Holmer

Anna’s mother has died, and as Anna and her father make their way to the funeral, their imaginations lead them on a journey that might just offer them a certain sort of peace.

Garmann is nervous when he thinks about his first day of school, but when he quizzes his parents and old aunties about their fears, he discovers that everyone is afraid of something.

This lovely and lyrical haiku collection depicts scenes from all over the world, each of them taking place in the rain.

hh “A hopeful ending offers a fitting closure

hh “In a feat of deceptive simplicity, Hole has

cultures, poetic form, and natural splendor.”

to this intelligent picture book that will resonate with grieving children and adults alike . . . Deeply affecting.”

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crafted an elegant, fanciful, wholly poetic exploration of the nature of fear and the strength and hope required to conquer it.” — Booklist (starred review) • Mildred L. Batchelder Honor • IBBY Honour List • USBBY Outstanding International Books • BolognaRagazzi Award PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $18.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5339-4 81/4" x 11" • 42 pages • Ages 5–8 Reinforced binding North America rights only; Cappelen Damm elsewhere

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— Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Incident, humor, and close observation all conspire to invite readers to see rain—and the world—in new ways.” — Publishers Weekly • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5507-7 81/2" x 11" • 32 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding North America rights only; Natur & Kultur elsewhere

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Manger

Mary’s Song

John Jensen Feels Different

Poems selected by Lee Bennett Hopkins Illustrated by Helen Cann

Written by Lee Bennett Hopkins Illustrated by Stephen Alcorn

Written by Henrik Hovland Illustrated by Torill Kove

This collection of poems offers a Christmas story like no other, told in the voices of various animals that come together with the singular purpose of celebrating Jesus’s birth.

In this peaceful Christmas story, the earth bursts with praise at Jesus’s birth, but Mary simply wants to be alone with her sweet babe.

No matter what he does, John Jensen feels different. None of his attempts to fit in succeed until an unexpected turn of events helps him discover that he’s best off exactly the way he is.

hh “A lovely collection for those who wish to

emphasize the Christian nature of the holiday, worth savoring slowly during the Christmas season.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) • NCTE Notable Poetry Book PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5419-3 81/2" x 101/2" • 34 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding

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“A lyrical, unusual viewpoint for the Nativity story, seamlessly matched with gorgeous illustrations that are unlike other interpretations of the Christ Child’s birth.” — Kirkus Reviews • Catholic Press Association Children’s Book Award PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5397-4 101/2" x 12" • 32 pages • Ages 4–9 Reinforced binding

“An appealing blend of straightforward compassion and sly, deadpan humor that works marvelously well.” — New York Times • USBBY Outstanding International Books PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5399-8 101/4" x 81/2" • 33 pages • Ages 5–9 Reinforced binding North America rights only; Cappelen Damm elsewhere

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Dangerous Journey

Good Night, Chickie

Father’s Road

Written by Oliver Hunkin Illustrated by Alan Parry

Written and illustrated by Émile Jadoul

Written by Ji-yun Jang Illustrated by Tan Jun

Filled with intricately detailed illustrations, the world-famous, much-loved classic Pilgrim’s Progress is here retold for children. “A beautifully produced, large-format version of Bunyan’s classic. Although all aspects of the book are skillfully handled, the illustrations are the real key to its effectiveness.” — School Library Journal FICTION Hardcover • $25.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-3619-9 10" x 10" • 126 pages • Ages 8–12 Reinforced binding

Mother Hen puts Chickie to bed, but neither he nor his stuffed friend Bunny are ready to go to sleep yet. Luckily, Mother Hen is there to reassure them, until at last both are satisfied. “This French import is a sweet dream for all parents of toddlers needing bedtime bolstering.” — Kirkus Reviews • Bank Street College Best Children’s Books PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $14.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5378-3 81/4" x 81/4" • 26 pages • Ages 2–5 Reinforced binding North America rights only; Pastel elsewhere

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Wong Chung is thrilled when he gets to join his father’s caravan on its journey along the Silk Road. But with the harsh terrain, brutal sandstorms, and marauding bandits, the journey soon turns perilous. “Tan Jun’s delicate ink drawings on rough, fibrous paper give each scene a feeling of antiquity, as if the pages themselves were artifacts.” — Wall Street Journal “A story well suited to bringing this specific time in history to life.” — School Library Journal PICTURE BOOK Paperback • $10.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5472-8 101/2" x 9" • 36 pages • Ages 6–10

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Grandfather Whisker’s Table

Just for Today

Grandpa’s Soup

Written by Eun-jeong Jo Illustrated by Bimba Landmann

Written by Saint John XXIII Illustrated by Bimba Landmann

Written by Eiko Kadono Illustrated by Satomi Ichikawa

In this Trade Winds book about the world’s first bank, Enzo buys a toy at a festival in Italy, but then worries he will lose it. Enzo asks a banker named Grandfather Whisker to keep the toy safe for him, but now Enzo must be careful not to lose his receipt . . .

This decalogue for daily living from a beloved pope and saint offers the perfect reminder of how to make the most of every day.

Grandpa discovers that the soup Grandma used to make not only feeds many unexpected visitors, but also provides the best cure for his loneliness.

“Visually evocative.”

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“Bimba Landmann’s stylized illustrations . . . reflect the art of medieval Italy.” — School Library Journal PICTURE BOOK Paperback • $10.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5474-2 101/2" x 9" • 36 pages • Ages 6–10

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“There’s plenty of wisdom here for older children and adults of many faiths.” — Kirkus Reviews • Booklist Top Ten Religion Books for Youth PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5461-2 8" x 9" • 34 pages • All ages Reinforced binding

“This endearing book features a multi-ethnic cast, and the message, too, transcends cultures.” — Publishers Weekly • Parent Council® Ltd. Outstanding Selection PICTURE BOOK Paperback • $10.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5347-9 8" x 93/4" • 32 pages • Ages 4–8

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Just Like I Wanted

Leather Shoe Charlie

The Story of Queen Esther

Written by Elinoar Keller and Naama Peleg Segal

Written by Jenny Koralek Illustrated by Grizelda Holderness

Illustrated by Aya Gordon-Noy

Written by Gyeong-hwa Kim Illustrated by Anna Balbusso and Elena Balbusso

A young girl is determined to draw the perfect picture, but she keeps making mistakes! She considers starting over—but instead she turns each scribble into something new. This book will inspire readers to embrace their mistakes and unleash their creativity.

Charlie’s favorite shoes bring him comfort as he and his family move to Manchester during Britain’s Industrial Revolution. But when Charlie’s mother falls ill, Charlie must decide whether or not to make an exceptional sacrifice.

“The theme of flexibility is encouraging . . . A fine topic with compelling collage.” — Kirkus Reviews

“The mixed-media art and thoughtful design are stunning.” — School Library Journal

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The ancient story of the Jewish girl who became queen of Persia and saved her people is still commemorated each year with the Jewish festival of Purim. Queen Esther offers readers a wonderful example of wisdom and bravery. “Koralek’s telling is admirably brisk and dramatic, and she keeps sight of the core message: that Esther’s faith and sense of responsibility give her the courage to do the right thing.” — Publishers Weekly PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $18.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5348-6 81/2" x 105/8" • 27 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding USA, Canada, and Philippines rights only; Frances Lincoln elsewhere

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Samira and the Skeletons

The Lord’s Prayer

Written and illustrated by Camilla Kuhn

Illustrated by Tim Ladwig

Written by Virginia Kroll Illustrated by Debra Reid Jenkins

When Samira learns about the skeletal system in science class, she suddenly begins to imagine everyone in school as a walking skeleton. She starts avoiding her classmates, even her best friend, but Samira still can’t escape her own skeleton. Or can she?

The beloved words of the Lord’s Prayer are brought to life through contemporary illustrations of a girl and her father who spend a day helping an elderly neighbor.

In simple yet eloquent language, this book explores the kinds of questions children often ask about God. “A kindly, all-embracing, non-sectarian view.” — Kirkus Reviews • Elementary School Library Collection Selection PICTURE BOOK Paperback • $10.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5166-6 81/2" x 11" • 32 pages • Ages 4–8

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her best friend with lighter skin, and then showing both of their skeletons, Kuhn highlights how much we’re the same underneath.” — Booklist (starred review) • USBBY Outstanding International Books PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5463-6 81/4" x 87/8" • 34 pages • Ages 5–8 Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online

“Rendered with clarity, simplicity, and not a trace of saccharine preaching, this illumination of an old Christian prayer will have a wide audience.” — Booklist • Booklist Top Ten Religion Books for Youth • Logos Book Award PICTURE BOOK Paperback • $10.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5238-0 103/4" x 101/2" • 32 pages • Ages 5–10

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Psalm Twenty-Three

I Am Marc Chagall

Illustrated by Tim Ladwig

Written and illustrated by Bimba Landmann

Through poignant, heartwarming images of an urban African American family, children experience the comfort and encouragement this favorite psalm still offers.

Loosely based on Marc Chagall’s autobiography, this book gives readers a glimpse into the early life of one of the twentieth century’s most significant painters.

“Notable for Ladwig’s glowing, realistic paintings . . . The pictures express the fears of everyday life and the love and faith of one of the most beautiful psalms.” — Booklist

“An effective introduction . . . helping young art critics to understand the viewpoint that created the famous images and encouraging young artists to find their own creative impulses.” — The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

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In Search of the Little Prince

The Story of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

Written and illustrated by Bimba Landmann For the last seventy years, The Little Prince has captured the imaginations of readers around the world. This heartfelt biography tells the story of its author, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry.

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mystery and melancholy . . . A haunting ode to a complex individual.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) • USBBY Outstanding International Books PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5435-3 83/4" x 121/4" • 34 pages • Ages 7 & up Reinforced binding

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A Bird or Two

A Well-Mannered Young Wolf

Thomas the Toadilly Terrible Bully

Written and illustrated by Bijou Le Tord

Written by Jean Leroy Illustrated by Matthieu Maudet

Charming illustrations capture the vivid colors of the famous painter Henri Matisse, and poetic words tell his remarkable story.

One morning, a young wolf eagerly sets out on his first hunting trip. But before he can devour his prey, he must honor their final wishes.

“This beautiful creation allows children to experience two gifted artists—Matisse and Le Tord.” — School Library Journal

hh “A wicked gem of a story.”

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A Story about Henri Matisse

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Written by Janice Levy Illustrated by Bill Slavin and Esperança Melo Thomas hates being ignored. When he has difficulty making friends, he decides to be a bully instead. But when an even bigger bully comes around, Thomas learns a lesson about teamwork and friendship. “A simple and fun tale of friendship evolves in a fine story kids will relish.” — Midwest Book Review • Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5373-8 10" x 9" • 34 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding

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Mom, There’s a Bear at the Door

Vincent van Gogh and the Colors of the Wind

The Fantastic Jungles of Henri Rousseau

Written by Sabine Lipan Illustrated by Manuela Olten

Written by Chiara Lossani Illustrated by Octavia Monaco

Written by Michelle Markel Illustrated by Amanda Hall

A mother is surprised when her son tells her that there is a bear outside their door. What is it doing here in the middle of the city, and how did it get all the way up to their eleventh-floor apartment?

This poetic story provides a thoughtful and fresh look at the life of one of the world’s most famous artists.

Henri Rousseau endured harsh critics to create brilliant, world-renowned paintings. Vivid text and vibrant illustrations artfully introduce young readers to the beloved painter.

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“Large, imaginative illustrations match the lyrical quality of the text, while bold brushstrokes, vivid color, and images of sunflowers subtly evoke the artist’s style.” — School Library Journal • ILA/CBC Children’s Choices PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $19.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5390-5 83/4" x 121/4" • 34 pages • Ages 7 & up Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online World English rights; all other rights Arka

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. . . that captures both [Rousseau’s] personality and the essence of his pictures.” — Booklist (starred review) PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $18.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5364-6 Reinforced binding Paperback • $10.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5523-7 10" x 81/2" • 34 pages • Ages 5–9 Discussion guide available online

Fur, Fins, and Feathers

Brigid’s Cloak

An Ancient Irish Story

The Song of Francis and the Animals

Written and illustrated by Cassandre Maxwell

Written by Bryce Milligan Illustrated by Helen Cann

Written by Pat Mora Illustrated by David Frampton

This story about one of Ireland’s most beloved saints sparkles with the timelessness of legend and the transcending power of faith.

Award-winning author Pat Mora celebrates the tender relationship between Saint Francis of Assisi and the animals he loved.

Abraham Dee Bartlett and the Invention of the Modern Zoo Abraham Dee Bartlett loved animals so much that he became superintendent of the London Zoo, where he dramatically improved the conditions of the zoo to ensure that the animals could be happy and healthy. “The combination of interesting details, attractive illustrations, and direct narration make this introduction to a (most likely) little-known historical figure accessible and appealing.” — Kirkus Reviews • Carolyn W. Field Award Honor Book PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5432-2 81/2" x 11" • 34 pages • Ages 5–9 Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online

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seasoned storyteller, this tale of a fifth-century Irish saint has the broad appeal of folklore while retaining the power to inspire religious awe.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) • Publishers Weekly Best Religion Books for Children • Bank Street College Best Children’s Books PICTURE BOOK Paperback • $10.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5297-7 9" x 101/2" • 32 pages • Ages 5–9

“Strikingly beautiful woodcuts and an oversized format create a first-rate visual accompaniment to this imaginative story.” — Kirkus Reviews • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5253-3 9" x 12" • 32 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding

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The Little Barbarian

Lion, King, and Coin

Written by Judi Moreillon Illustrated by Catherine Stock

Written and illustrated by Renato Moriconi

Written by Jeong-hee Nam Illustrated by Lucia Sforza

A bus driver, principal, librarian, teacher— and more—all wait behind the doors of this uniquely formatted book, ready to welcome new students to school.

In this wordless book, a barbarian faces many dangerous beasts, including manticores, sea serpents, and dragons. Luckily, a barbarian can always rely on a trusty steed . . .

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“A sunny, optimistic, enjoyable view of school for any child transitioning into a new school environment.” — Kirkus Reviews

will, in turn, inspire wide-eyed conversations.”

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salutes the power of a child’s imagination.”

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Laos enjoys his life in ancient Turkey, but all is not well in the town marketplace—people find it difficult to exchange different goods and services fairly. And so the king asks Laos’s family to create the world’s first coin. “[An] exotic introduction to the invention of coinage . . . Lovely to gaze upon.” — Kirkus Reviews • Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People PICTURE BOOK Paperback • $10.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5475-9 101/2" x 9" • 36 pages • Ages 6–10

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When a Wolf Is Hungry

Good King Wenceslas

The Best Cat in the World

Written by Christine Naumann-Villemin Illustrated by Kris Di Giacomo

Written by John M. Neale Illustrated by Tim Ladwig

Written by Lesléa Newman Illustrated by Ronald Himler

Edmond Bigsnout, a lone wolf, travels to the city to catch a rabbit for dinner, but the bunny’s annoyingly friendly neighbors keep getting in the way of his plans.

This story, based on actual tenth-century events, tells of a kindhearted king and his page who set out to help a poor man on a cold winter’s night and experience a miracle along the way.

Victor is sad when his beloved cat dies, but he agrees to give another cat a chance in this touching story about grief and healing.

hh “As funny and as exquisitely put together as Edmond Bigsnout himself.”

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“The well-known carol . . . is brought to life through Ladwig’s vibrant, realistic paintings . . . A lovely book suitable for reading aloud.” — School Library Journal • Bank Street College Best Children’s Books PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $18.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5209-0 101/4" x 101/2" • 32 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding

hh “For comfort and catharsis, Newman’s fine story is the cat’s pajamas.”

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Our Father

I’m Right Here

Why Am I Here?

Written by Rainer Oberthür Illustrated by Barbara Nascimbeni

Written by Constance Ørbeck-Nilssen Illustrated by Akin Duzakin

Our Father beautifully explains the meaning behind each line of the Lord’s Prayer, making it more accessible for young readers. This book will give readers of all ages a deeper understanding of God and the meaning of faith.

William asks his grandmother what she’s afraid of and discovers that her fears are very different from his. This reassuring story provides a wonderful reminder of the power and constancy of love.

In this empathetic book, a young child wonders what life would be like living somewhere else. How would it feel to live in a city with millions of people? Or in a war-torn country? What would you do then?

“Our Father . . . shimmers with a simplicity that can’t help but catapult our sacred questions to the highest heights.” — Chicago Tribune

“This tale has a warm and tranquil quality that . . . soothes and comforts like a familiar blanket. A gentle and reassuring depiction of the cycle of life.” — Kirkus Reviews

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Parachute

Paul Writes (a Letter)

Animal Beauty

Written by Danny Parker Illustrated by Matt Ottley

Written and illustrated by Chris Raschka

Written and illustrated by Kristin Roskifte

Caldecott Medal winner Chris Raschka humanizes the Apostle Paul by distilling the themes of the epistles into approachable, appealing language.

When the animals in the zoo find a beauty magazine, they start changing their appear ances in order to fit its standards. This zany, satirical picture book addresses body image issues and reminds readers to appreciate themselves for who they are.

Toby is so afraid of heights that he carries a parachute with him everywhere. But when his cat gets stuck in a tree, Toby has no choice but to face his fear.

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appreciative of formal biblical prose will find Raschka’s version moving, real, and full of humanity.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “This visually appealing introduction to Paul and his writing can serve as a useful starting point to help young readers understand a key figure in the spread of Christianity.” — Kirkus Reviews PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5494-0 9" x 91/2" • 40 pages • Ages 7 & up Reinforced binding

“A positive way to encourage self-confidence before the pull of pop culture becomes too strong.” — Children’s Literature • ILA/CBC Children’s Choices PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5454-4 83/8" x 105/8" • 50 pages • Ages 5–9 Reinforced binding World English rights; all other rights Magikon

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The Life and Times of Martin Luther

Is It Big or Is It Little?

The Rabbit and the Shadow

Written and illustrated by Claudia Rueda

Written and illustrated by Mélanie Rutten

Written by Meike Roth-Beck Illustrated by Klaus Ensikat

To a mouse, almost everything is big—but to the cat that starts chasing him, things look a bit different. Bold illustrations and simple text will allow young children to explore the idea of relativity and help them understand the many ways of seeing the world around them.

Three strangers meet in the forest, each on their own quest: the cat is looking for his ball, the angry soldier is searching for peace, and the rabbit is learning how to grow up. As they journey together, they help each other find exactly what they’re looking for.

“Beautifully designed . . . A clever play on opposites and their relative meanings.” — Booklist

“Glorious . . . and dreamlike, it is a book that both stirs and reassures.” — Wall Street Journal

This sophisticated book commemorates the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation by examining the details of Martin Luther’s life and legacy. “An excellent, historically accurate account of the beginnings . . . of Protestantism.” — Kirkus Reviews “This picture book biography demonstrates why Martin Luther was—and is—an inspiration for social justice.” — School Library Journal PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $18.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5495-7 91/4" x 115/8" • 44 pages • Ages 7 & up Reinforced binding

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“This picture book beautifully reflects the confusions of childhood and gives its audience lots to contemplate.” — The Horn Book PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $18.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5485-8 81/2” x 11” • 56 pages • Ages 5–9 Reinforced binding USA and Canada rights only; MeMo elsewhere

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The Nativity

From the Gospels of Matthew and Luke

Illustrated by Ruth Sanderson The Nativity pairs the beloved text of the Christmas story, drawn from the King James Version, with luminous paintings by Ruth Sanderson. This beautiful volume will be a book to enjoy for years with family and friends. “Sanderson’s lush oil illustrations successfully mimic the appearance of illuminated manuscripts with rich colors and classical forms.” — The Horn Book PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5371-4 81/2" x 11" • 26 pages • All ages Reinforced binding

Saints

A Pond Full of Ink

Written and illustrated by Ruth Sanderson

Written by Annie M. G. Schmidt Illustrated by Sieb Posthuma

Ruth Sanderson’s brief biographies, collected from Saints and More Saints, illuminate the lives of over seventy remarkable saints.

Fans of Shel Silverstein and Jack Prelutsky will fall in love with this delightful collection of whimsical poems.

Lives and Illuminations

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in this fine collection of brief biographies . . . Serves as both an interesting read and a spiritual reference.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) NONFICTION Paperback • $15.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5402-5 113/4" x 91/4" • 80 pages • Ages 8–12 See other format on p. 39

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Leading Little Ones to God

I, Vivaldi

Written by Marian M. Schoolland Illustrated by Paul Stoub

Written by Janice Shefelman Illustrated by Tom Shefelman

This bestseller is the perfect tool for helping teachers and parents discuss various elements of the Christian life with children.

In this dynamic picture book biography, told as if by Vivaldi himself, the famous musician’s energetic personality and steadfast dedication to music come alive.

“With its large format, its very colorful decorations setting off each chapter and section, and its very adequate white space, the book is an attractive one.” — Church & Synagogue Libraries • Evangelical Christian Publishers Association Gold Medallion Award NONFICTION Paperback • $20.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5120-8 7" x 83/4" • 184 pages • Ages 4–10

“The first-person narration offers an accessible and personable view of Vivaldi’s intense passion for music . . . A noteworthy picture book biography.” — Publishers Weekly • Storytelling World Awards Honor • PEN USA Literary Award—Children’s Literature Finalist PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $19.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5318-9 10" x 11" • 32 pages • Ages 7–11 Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online

Written by Pat Sherman Illustrated by Floyd Cooper Despite being enslaved, Ben teaches himself to read, which allows him to read the Emancipation Proclamation to his fellow prisoners. “The story and its telling are inspirational.” — Kirkus Reviews • Bank Street College Best Children’s Books • Storytelling World Awards Winner PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5319-6 81/2" x 111/4" • 32 pages • Ages 8–12 Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online

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The Warli People

The Blue Hour

Written by Gillian Shields Illustrated by Francesca Chessa

Written by Hye-eun Shin Illustrated by Su-bi Jeong

Written and illustrated by Isabelle Simler

Lily loves to read so much that she forgets to do anything else. But when Lily meets a girl who doesn’t like to read, the two help each other discover adventures both inside and outside the pages of books.

The Warli people, who live in ancient India, work hard throughout the year to cultivate their crops. This Trade Winds book highlights the day-to-day life in an agricultural society and offers information about one of the world’s earliest civilizations.

“Chessa’s depiction of the interplay between the stories on the pages and those enacted by the girls is both clever and heartwarming.” — Kirkus Reviews • Paterson Prize for Books for Young People Winner PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5401-8 91/2" x 113/4" • 26 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding USA and Canada rights only; Gullane elsewhere

“This beautiful and unusual book is a useful addition to studies of worldwide early populations.” — Booklist “The book’s main attraction is the strong illustrations.” — Kirkus Reviews PICTURE BOOK Paperback • $10.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5476-6 10½” x 9” • 36 pages • Ages 6–10 USA and Canada rights only; ChoiceMaker Korea

In this radiant book, everything in nature comes together in a symphony of blue to cele brate the merging of day and night.

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visuals, this title is a unique choice for bedtime collections and a glorious introduction to the natural world.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “Every shade of blue seems prettier and more dramatic than the one before . . . A picture book that both dazzles and soothes.” — Wall Street Journal • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition • Kentucky Bluegrass Award Master List PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $19.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5488-9 9" x 123/4" • 42 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding USA and Canada rights only; Courtes et Longues elsewhere

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Plume Written and illustrated by Isabelle Simler In this lovely book, young readers are introduced to a variety of beautiful birds. But lurking in the background of every page is a cat, who also seems very interested in the birds . . . “A black cat sneaks its way onto each spread of this lovely look at birds and their unique feathers.” — Booklist “Savor the stunning, close-up drawings in this picture book one-on-one.” — School Library Journal • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $18.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5492-6 9" x 13" • 42 pages • Ages 3–7 Reinforced binding

Brother Giovanni’s Little Reward How the Pretzel Was Born

Written by Anna Egan Smucker Illustrated by Amanda Hall Brother Giovanni is the best baker his monastery has ever had, but teaching the children their prayers is an entirely different challenge! With a bit of ingenuity, though, Giovanni finds a way to help the children learn—and invents the tasty treat we now know as the pretzel. “As happy a piece of ecclesiastical cuisine as can be imagined.” — Kirkus Reviews PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5420-9 10" x 91/2" • 34 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding

Do You Have a Dog? Written by Eileen Spinelli Illustrated by Geraldo Valério Eleven famous historical figures are brought to life through lighthearted portraits of the dogs they owned. “Young readers itching for a furry friend will find only the benefits of dog ownership in Spinelli’s buoyant verse and Valério’s cheerful acrylics.” — Publishers Weekly PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5387-5 10" x 10" • 26 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online

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Jonah’s Whale

Now It Is Summer

When No One Is Watching

Written by Eileen Spinelli Illustrated by Giuliano Ferri

Written by Eileen Spinelli Illustrated by Mary Newell DePalma

Written by Eileen Spinelli Illustrated by David A. Johnson

Eileen Spinelli’s retelling of the classic biblical tale, now narrated by the whale, offers a fresh reminder of the importance of listening to and waiting for God.

A young mouse looks forward to everything that autumn will bring, but his mother gently reminds him of all the summery joys surrounding him and all the reasons to be content in the moment.

When no one is watching, it’s easy to be brave. When everyone’s watching, this book’s shy narrator finds it far easier to hide—unless she’s with her best friend. This book will encourage even the most timid of audiences.

“As apt for bedtime reading as for providing reassurance to impatient young mouselings that present joys will indeed in time give way to future ones.” — Kirkus Reviews

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“This is an entertaining version of the familiar tale.” — The Horn Book “Employing lovely, descriptive language . . . Spinelli makes the Bible story accessible for young readers.” — Kirkus Reviews PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5382-0 9" x 12" • 26 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding

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a quiet kiddo that she is special, and that the world will be happy to know her, too, when she is ready to introduce herself.” — School Library Journal (starred review) • Charlotte Zolotow Highly Commended Title PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5303-5 81/2" x 11" • 26 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding

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At Your Baptism

Prayers for Young Children

God’s Quiet Things

Written by Carrie Steenwyk and John D. Witvliet

Written by Martina Steinkühler Illustrated by Barbara Nascimbeni

Written by Nancy Sweetland Illustrated by Rick Stevens

Illustrated by Linda Saport

This thoughtful collection of prayers offers children ways of approaching God in a variety of circumstances. The prayers, each rooted in a Bible story, describe emotions that readers will connect with, including anger, fear, loneliness, and joy.

Soft illustrations and gentle lyrics invite children to see the quiet wonders all around them.

“Christian prayers in everyday language address the common fears, hopes, and worries of children . . . the author has provided a model for how to talk with God.” — Kirkus Reviews • Junior Library Guild Selection

“Raises children’s consciousness to the quiet marvels found in nature.” — Booklist

At Your Baptism pairs vibrant illustrations with simple, clear text adapted from the French Reformed Church liturgy. This beautiful book provides the perfect way to show children how baptism is a sign of God’s love and promises. “It is that most rare of things: a board book simple enough to be read to a baby, but with theological acumen and depth.” — Aslan’s Library BOARD BOOK $8.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5381-3 63/4" x 63/4" • 10 pages • Ages 1–4

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“God’s Quiet Things introduces the young child to the wonderful things in creation that can be discovered by looking and listening.” — Moody

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The Very Big Carrot

Hidden City

Roger Is Going Fishing

Written and illustrated by Satoe Tone

Written by Sarah Grace Tuttle Illustrated by Amy Schimler-Safford

Written and illustrated by Koen Van Biesen

When six rabbits find a giant carrot, they have grand ideas for how to use it, but will they think of the most obvious solution of all? “Tiny though they are, Tone’s rabbits and their humorously synchronized movements command attention on each spread.” — Publishers Weekly

This beautiful collection of poems highlights the everyday wonders of nature that can be found in an urban setting. “An exuberant, early-STEM romp that celebrates the environment.” — Booklist

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“This celebration of urban wildlife subtly informs as it delights.” — Kirkus Reviews

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In this sequel to Roger Is Reading a Book, Roger and Emily are heading to the lake to do some fishing. But along the way Emily catches a few things that aren’t fish . . .

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Roger Is Reading a Book

The Dog That Nino Didn’t Have

I'll Root for You

Written and illustrated by Koen Van Biesen

Written by Edward van de Vendel Illustrated by Anton Van Hertbruggen

Written by Edward van de Vendel Illustrated by Wolf Erlbruch

Nino doesn’t have a dog, but he likes to imagine that he does. But when Nino gets a real dog, it’s not quite what he expected.

This funny collection of sports-related poems is the perfect cheerleader for both athletes and benchwarmers.

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All Roger wants is some peace and quiet to enjoy his book. Unfortunately, his neighbor Emily has hobbies of her own—very loud hobbies! “The comic escalation of Emily’s noisy pursuits, combined with delightfully unexpected details . . . add up to a beautifully crafted piece of work.” — Publishers Weekly “A charming story made even more so by the original, beautiful design.” — Booklist

tuous illustrations van de Vendel and Van Hertbruggen suggest that imagination can fill the void where melancholy and longing live, coexisting with realities beyond one’s control.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)

• ALSC Notable Children’s Books • Junior Library Guild Selection

• Publishers Weekly Best Books • Huffington Post Best Picture Books • Booklist Editors’ Choice

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human achievement—and the importance of losing . . . Motivational and kind, these light poems and illustrations will embolden readers to take risks.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “With gumption and wit, [I’ll Root for You] urges readers to try and beat the odds, while reminding them that there’s also nothing wrong with coming in last.” — Publishers Weekly PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5501-5 71/2" x 91/2" • 44 pages • Ages 7 & up Reinforced binding USA and Canada rights only; Querido elsewhere

One Fine Day

Always with You

Eli Remembers

Written by Ruth Vander Zee Illustrated by Ronald Himler

Written by Ruth Vander Zee and Marian Sneider

This unique and innovative book recounts the Wright brothers’ first flight in the form of an old-time radio play, complete with instructions for sound effects.

When her mother is killed by an explosion in their Vietnamese village, Kim is alone and afraid. Rescued by soldiers and brought to an orphanage, Kim finds the will to survive by remembering her mother’s promise.

Illustrated by Bill Farnsworth

“This brief re-creation is easily doable in a classroom and makes an inventive way to bring a pivotal historical event to life.” — Kirkus Reviews

“Based on a true story, this story documents the hardships of war in a personal way that older children will undoubtedly understand.” — Kirkus Reviews

A Radio Play

Written by Elizabeth Van Steenwyk Illustrated by Bill Farnsworth

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When Eli travels to Lithuania, he discovers the truth about his family’s experience in the Holocaust and learns a valuable lesson about the importance of remembering. “The rich, textured oil paintings beautifully communicate the somber and serious mood of the text.” — School Library Journal • Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People • ILA/CBC Children’s Choices • Florida Book Awards Bronze Medal PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $18.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5309-7 83/4" x 111/4" • 32 pages • Ages 8–12 Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online

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Mississippi Morning

Phone Call with a Fish

The Blue Jackal

Written by Ruth Vander Zee Illustrated by Floyd Cooper

Written by Silvia Vecchini Illustrated by Sualzo

Written by Shobha Viswanath Illustrated by Dileep Joshi

In this thought-provoking story set in 1933, James William’s life is forever altered when he learns about racial prejudice firsthand.

In this empathetic story, a young girl struggles to understand why one of her classmates never seems to talk to anyone. But then a field trip to the science museum offers her some insight.

Juno the jackal is bullied by the other animals in the forest, until one day he returns with his fur dyed blue, and the animals mistake him for a king. But how long can he keep his true identity a secret?

hh “Racial prejudice and equal doses of a boy’s

naiveté and experiences collide in a comingof-age moment that calibrates his moral compass.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

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Mississippi Morning . . . brings urgent politics into personal life.” — Booklist (starred review) • Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People

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“The illustrations . . . are striking.” — Kirkus Reviews “Flows well and begs to be read aloud . . . This book fills a void in terms of Indian literature directed at children.” — School Library Journal • USBBY Outstanding International Books PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $15.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5466-7 81/4" x 81/4" • 34 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding

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The Child’s Story Bible Written by Catherine F. Vos Hundreds of thousands of children worldwide have been introduced to the Bible through this much-loved classic, first published more than eighty years ago. “I have used The Child’s Story Bible for years . . . and can recommend it enthusiastically.” — Ruth Bell Graham “The best summary of the Bible in story form available anywhere.” — Norman Vincent Peale ILLUSTRATED STORY BIBLE Hardcover • $28.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5011-9 63/8" x 91/8" • 410 pages • Ages 4–10 Reinforced binding

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The Beatitudes

From Slavery to Civil Rights

Written by Carole Boston Weatherford Illustrated by Tim Ladwig The Beatitudes provide a backdrop for this free-verse poem that traces how African Americans have called on their faith in the struggle against oppression. “Regardless of race or religion, this is a book to share with today’s children who live in a discordant world too often lacking in kindness and civility.” — School Library Journal • Booklist Top Ten Religion Books for Youth PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $18.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5352-3 81/2" x 111/4" • 34 pages • Ages 8–12 Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online

Nasreddine Written by Odile Weulersse Illustrated by Rébecca Dautremer As Nasreddine and his father take their donkey to market, onlookers criticize them. Nasreddine tries to appease the villagers, until his father offers him some wisdom. “‘You can’t be afraid that other people will judge you or make fun of you!’ Delivered with humor and warmth, it is a lesson that not only children will appreciate.” — Wall Street Journal • American Folklore Society Aesop Accolade PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5416-2 91/2" x 113/4" • 34 pages • Ages 4–9 Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online USA, Canada, and UK rights only; Flammarion elsewhere

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Thank You, God

The Easter Story

Exodus

Written by J. Bradley Wigger Illustrated by Jago

Written and illustrated by Brian Wildsmith

With reverent language and shining goldtoned paintings, this book offers a splendid vision of the greatest story ever told.

This book captures the drama of Moses leading God’s people out of slavery and into the promised land.

“The text is involving and child-friendly. Yet it is Wildsmith’s sumptuous paintings that steal the show.” — Publishers Weekly

“The writing is straightforward and simple; the story is brief but accurate. The artwork is a visual feast.” — School Library Journal

• Parent Council® Ltd. Outstanding Selection • Parents’ Choice Book Awards— Recommended

• Book Sense Easter/Passover Top Ten Picks • National Jewish Book Award Finalist • Booklist Top Ten Religion Books for Youth • Children’s Literature Choice List

This joyful, charming book offers readers the perfect chance to reflect on all the things that they have to be grateful for.

hh “An inspiring and accessible introduction to the practice of prayer.”

— Publishers Weekly (starred review)

hh “Family, friends, shared meals, and shared stories are just a few of the everyday familiars with which readers will identify.”

— Booklist (starred review) • Booklist Top Ten Religion Books for Youth PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5424-7 87/8" x 113/4" • 26 pages • Ages 3–8 Reinforced binding

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Circles of Hope

Four Feet, Two Sandals

My Name Is Sangoel

Written by Karen Lynn Williams Illustrated by Linda Saport

Written by Karen Lynn Williams and Khadra Mohammed

Illustrated by Doug Chayka

Illustrated by Catherine Stock

When relief workers bring clothing to a refugee camp in Pakistan, Lina is thrilled to find a sandal that fits her—until she sees that another girl has the matching shoe. But soon the girls learn the true meaning of friendship and sacrifice.

When the refugee Sangoel comes to the United States, everything is unfamiliar, and no one can pronounce his name. But his ingenious solution finally helps him feel at home.

Young Facile wants to plant a tree in honor of his new baby sister, but he faces many obstacles. A tender story set in the mountains of Haiti. “A story of sibling love and responsibility, written without didacticism or sentimentalism.” — Kirkus Reviews • Green Earth Book Award Honorable Mention • Peace Corps Writers Association Best Children’s Writing PICTURE BOOK Paperback • $10.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5396-7 91/2" x 10" • 32 pages • Ages 5–9 Discussion guide available online

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“A poignant story of loss, friendship, and sharing.” — School Library Journal • Notable Books for a Global Society • California Young Readers Medal Nominee PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $18.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5296-0 12" x 9" • 32 pages • Ages 7–10 Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online

“An excellent addition to the growing body of immigration stories for young readers.” — School Library Journal • Junior Library Guild Selection • Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People • Smithsonian Notable Books for Children PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $18.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5307-3 81/2" x 11" • 32 pages • Ages 6–10 Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online

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Animal Supermarket

The Big Book of Slumber

Felix

Written by Giovanna Zoboli Illustrated by Simona Mulazzani

Where do animals get their food? At the grocery store, of course! In this whimsical and imaginative story, all sorts of creatures come to the Animal Supermarket searching for their favorite foods.

In this charming lullaby book, various cozy animals settle down in their beds. The lyrical text and elegant illustrations will enchant young readers as they drift sweetly into their own dreams.

Felix loves his cozy home, but he wants to meet his larger feline relatives before he runs out of lives, so he takes a trip around the world to go visit them.

“A tongue-in-cheek reminder that good food doesn’t have to come in a box, jar or plastic bag.” — Kirkus Reviews

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• Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition

• Society of Illustrators "The Original Art" Annual Exhibition

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book . . . make it a potential bedtime favorite.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“Plush and whimsical . . . an agreeable world tour.” — Kirkus Reviews • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5506-0 71/2" x 12" • 32 pages • Ages 5–9 Reinforced binding World English rights; all other rights Topipittori

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I Wish I Had . . . Written by Giovanna Zoboli Illustrated by Simona Mulazzani Each animal has skills and beauty wholly unique to itself. This beautiful book magnificently captures the wonders of the animal world.

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Zoboli and Mulazzani offer an attitude of reverence for the natural world.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) • Society of Illustrators “The Original Art” Annual Exhibition—Silver Medal PICTURE BOOK Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5415-5 9" x 123/8" • 26 pages • Ages 4–8 Reinforced binding World English rights; all other rights Topipittori

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Questionable Creatures Written and illustrated by Pauline Baynes

Not Exactly Normal

Attack of the Turtle

Written by Devin Brown

Written by Drew Carlson Illustrated by David A. Johnson

Chronicles of Narnia illustrator Pauline Baynes revives twenty mischievous medieval beasts that hop, swoop, and gallop in antique splendor through the pages of this tongue-in-cheek bestiary.

Sixth-grader Todd Farrel wants to make his social studies report something special, something definitely not normal. He finally decides to write about mystical experiences—and soon determines that he needs to have one of his own.

“Baynes’s agile calligraphic line, swirling compositions, and lustrous colors nicely recall their medieval forebears.” — The Horn Book

“Brown’s debut novel serves up some dynamic kid characters . . . and stirs up some thought-provoking issues for them to consider.” — Publishers Weekly

“Eye-catching and engaging.”

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Fourteen-year-old Nathan sets aside his fears to help build and pilot the Turtle, a submarine prototype used in the Revolutionary War. “The historical events surrounding the first submarine ever used in warfare . . . are expertly woven throughout this fictional account.” — School Library Journal • South Carolina Children’s Book Award Nominee • Nutmeg Book Award Nominee • Kentucky Bluegrass Award Master List FICTION Paperback • $9.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5338-7 51/2" x 81/4" • 157 pages • Ages 9–14 Black-and-white illustrations Discussion guide available online

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Son of a Gun

Mikis and the Donkey

Soldier Bear

Written by Anne de Graaf

Written by Bibi Dumon Tak Illustrated by Philip Hopman

When Mikis’s grandfather buys a new donkey, they both learn a valuable lesson about love and loyalty.

Based on actual events, Soldier Bear tells the story of an orphaned bear cub adopted by a group of Polish soldiers in World War II. The bear is enlisted in the company, providing unexpected encouragement amid the grim realities of war.

This powerful and gripping story describes the journey of a brother and sister who are kidnapped from school and made to become soldiers in Liberia’s fourteenyear-long civil war. “ ‘I wonder if there’s a place for my story in your world,’ writes Nopi. Stories like this at least help to ensure that there are.” — Kirkus Reviews • ALSC Notable Children’s Books • USBBY Outstanding International Books FICTION Paperback • $9.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5406-3 51/2" x 81/4" • 125 pages • Ages 11 & up

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“The Dutch creators of Soldier Bear bring a lovely simplicity in this affecting picture of a close-knit Greek community.” — The Horn Book • ALSC Notable Children’s Books • Junior Library Guild Selection FICTION Hardcover • $13.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5430-8 53/8" x 81/2" • 89 pages • Ages 8–12 Black-and-white illustrations Reinforced binding World English rights; all other rights Querido

“Funny, fresh and heartwarming.” — Kirkus Reviews • ALSC Notable Children’s Books • USBBY Outstanding International Books FICTION Paperback • $9.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5436-0 51/4" x 81/2" • 147 pages • Ages 8–12 Black-and-white illustrations Discussion guide available online World English rights; all other rights Querido

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A Bestiary

Ethan, Suspended

Adara

Written by Pamela Ehrenberg

Written by Beatrice Gormley

Eighth-grader Ethan Oppenheimer is sent to Washington, D.C. to live with grandparents he hardly knows. As he learns to cope with being the only white student at his inner-city school, Ethan begins to understand how he fits into his changing world.

Set in ancient Israel, this compelling novel tells the story of Adara, a young girl sold into slavery. When she becomes the servant of General Naaman and his family, she begins a remarkable journey of self-discovery, healing, and redemption—a journey that, in the end, presents her with the hardest decision of her life.

hh “Focuses on themes of race and class without sounding preachy.”

— Booklist (starred review)

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Friends of Liberty Written by Beatrice Gormley It’s 1773, and in Boston tensions are rising between the Patriots and the Loyalists. When Sally Gifford finds herself on the opposite side from her best friend Kitty Lawton, Sally must ultimately take a stand for what is most important. “An appealing tale of families thrown into the march of history, and a young girl’s journey toward a confident sense of herself.” — Booklist • Bank Street College Best Children’s Books • Carol Otis Hurst Children’s Book Prize FICTION Paperback • $9.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5418-6 51/4” x 8” • 192 pages • Ages 9–14 Discussion guide available online

C. S. Lewis

The Man Behind Narnia

Written by Beatrice Gormley Step through the other side of the wardrobe and meet the creator of the Chronicles of Narnia—the man whose rich imagination and deep faith made his fantasy series a favorite for generations.

“Beatrice Gormley paints her characters realistically . . . The historical aspects are also handled with confidence, but not over-emphasized.” — Children’s Literature

“Young devotees of the Chronicles of Narnia will enthusiastically sink their literary teeth into this biography about writer C. S. Lewis. Clearly written, solidly researched, and insightful.” — The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

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Maria Mitchell

Dorothy Day

Written by Beatrice Gormley

Written by Deborah Kent

This exciting biography tells the story of America’s first professional female astronomer.

A fascinating biography chronicling the trials and triumphs in the life of Dorothy Day, known the world over as the leader of the Catholic Worker Movement.

The Soul of an Astronomer

“One of those important pieces of history that somehow never made it into textbooks: the story of Maria Mitchell, a self-taught astronomer who discovered Comet Mitchell, served as an inspiring teacher, and was the first woman inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.” — Kirkus Reviews • CBC/NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K–12

Friend to the Forgotten

“A finely detailed biography that evokes the spirit of a woman whose influence continues today.” — Booklist PHOTO BIOGRAPHY Paperback • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5265-6 7" x 9" • 179 pages • Ages 10 & up 78 black-and-white photographs

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Bully.com

Night Guard

A Story Like the Wind

Written by Joe Lawlor

Written by Synne Lea Illustrated by Stian Hole

Written by Gill Lewis Illustrated by Jo Weaver

Friendship, fear, loneliness—these are things that are universally experienced but difficult to describe. This arresting poetry collection explores how we reach beyond the confines of our own isolation, and examines the connections we make with the world around us.

Rami and his fellow refugees are floating in a small dinghy in the open sea. But when Rami pulls out his violin and begins to tell everyone a story about a brave white stallion, they all begin to hope for a better future.

hh “Enchanting, unsettling, and profound.”

power of hope and faith and freedom that keeps strong all those fleeing war, massacre, and hardship.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

Seventh-grader Jun Li is a brilliant student, but his world turns upside down when the principal accuses him of posting pictures online that expose the eating disorder of one of his classmates. Can Jun prove his innocence? “Bully.com is full of suspense with a surprise ending skillfully written to keep readers hanging on every word.” — The New York Journal of Books

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• Society of School Librarians International Best Book

• NCTE Notable Poetry Book • USBBY Outstanding International Books

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hh “Lewis’ novella brings to life the unified

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Princess Ka‘iulani

The Golden Key

Gilgamesh the Hero

Written by Sharon Linnéa

Written by George MacDonald Illustrated by Ruth Sanderson

Written by Geraldine McCaughrean Illustrated by David Parkins

When young Mossy finds a mysterious golden key at the end of a rainbow, he sets off on an unforgettable journey to discover the key’s purpose. Gorgeous illustrations by Ruth Sanderson will have readers lingering over every page.

An exciting rendition of one of the oldest stories in the world.

Hope of a Nation, Heart of a People This biography tells the little-known story of Princess Ka‘iulani’s life and courageous fight for Hawaiian independence. “An interesting, accessible book about an intriguing individual.” — School Library Journal • Carter G. Woodson Book Award • Parent Council® Ltd. Outstanding Selection • CBC “Not Just for Children Anymore!” List • Bank Street College Best Children’s Books PHOTO BIOGRAPHY Paperback • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5088-1 7" x 9" • 252 pages • Ages 10 & up 97 black-and-white photographs

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“Beautifully presented and will capture certain readers’ imaginations.” — Booklist “A lovely addition for fairy-tale collections.” — School Library Journal • Logos Book Award ILLUSTRATED NOVEL Hardcover • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5456-8 6" x 9" • 136 pages • All ages Black-and-white illustrations Reinforced binding

hh “The most riveting retelling yet of this

ancient, ageless tale.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

hh “This fabulous introduction to the epic tradition deserves a wide readership.”

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The Jesse Tree

The Enemy Has a Face

Written by Geraldine McCaughrean Illustrated by Bee Willey

Written by Gloria D. Miklowitz

As Mr. Butterfield carves a Jesse Tree in an old dusty church, he explains the various symbols to a curious young boy, retelling the familiar tales that trace the lineage of Christ.

hh “In this finely crafted anthology,

McCaughrean weaves lively retellings of Bible stories into a clever overarching narrative framework that will keep readers hooked.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) ILLUSTRATED BIBLE STORYBOOK Paperback • $17.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5403-2 81/2" x 101/4" • 96 pages • Ages 5–10 Full-color illustrations

A Los Angeles teenager’s disappearance ignites age-old Arab-Israeli hostility in this tense novel by popular YA author Gloria Miklowitz. “Almost unbearably suspenseful, the plot will keep readers turning pages as fast as they can.” — School Library Journal • Book Sense Children’s Picks • Independent Publisher Book Award • Association of Jewish Libraries Notable Books for Older Readers • Association of Jewish Libraries Jewish Stars FICTION Paperback • $9.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5261-8 5" x 7" • 143 pages • Ages 12 & up

Masada

The Last Fortress

Written by Gloria D. Miklowitz In this eloquent and powerful historical novel, a young man comes of age during the fall of Masada in the year 72 C.E. “A powerful offering.”

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Mister H

Who Am I?

Written by Gloria D. Miklowitz

Written by Daniel Nesquens Illustrated by Luciano Lozano

Written by Katherine Paterson

In Spain in 1492, the Catholic Church helps a fourteen-year-old orphan find a position as a servant to a wealthy family of converted Jews. But the Church also asks something of her in return . . . “Miklowitz does a fine job of making the Inquisition seem frighteningly real . . . Recommend it as a page-turner.” — Booklist • Bank Street College Best Children’s Books • Association of Jewish Libraries Notable Books for Older Readers FICTION Paperback • $9.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5210-6 53/8" x 81/4" • 192 pages • Ages 9–14 Discussion guide available online

In this hilarious illustrated novel, Mister H, a polite and talkative hippopotamus, escapes from his zoo habitat and begins searching for his true home. “This episodic adventure brings a magical element into everyday life.” — Booklist FICTION Hardcover • $14.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5440-7 53/4" x 71/2" • 65 pages • Ages 7–10 Full-color illustrations Reinforced binding North America rights only; Editorial Casals elsewhere

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This inviting book by a Newbery Medalwinning author helps readersexplore what it means to be a child of God. This new edition includes questions for reflection and discussion with each chapter that will be useful for readers and leaders alike. “[Paterson] explores the concept of self in a difficult world with grace and thoughtfulness . . . Young adults who are struggling with major issues in their understanding of Christianity . . . will find comfort in her words.” — School Library Journal NONFICTION Paperback • $10.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5361-5 6" x 8" • 82 pages • Ages 9–13 Discussion guide available online

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Crazy

A Girl Called Problem

Written by Linda Vigen Phillips

Written by Katie Quirk

Laura is a typical teenager growing up in the 1960s, except for one thing: her mother is suffering from a mental illness—and Laura is terrified that she will follow in her mother’s footsteps.

Shida has lived a life filled with problems. So when she hears that her Tanzanian village will be moving to a new location, Shida welcomes the change, hoping for new opportunities. But not everyone in her village shares that hope.

“Beautifully written and emotionally impactful.” — School Library Journal

hh “A mesmerizing read that expands young — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) • Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People • VOYA Top Shelf for Middle School Readers

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FICTION Paperback • $9.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5404-9 51/4" x 8" • 243 pages • Ages 10–14 Discussion guide available online

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Lives and Illuminations

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Saints

Written and illustrated by Ruth Sanderson Ruth Sanderson’s brief biographies, collected from Saints and More Saints, illuminate the lives of over seventy remarkable saints.

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The War within These Walls Written by Aline Sax Illustrated by Caryl Strzelecki It’s World War II, and Misha’s family, like the rest of the Jews living in Warsaw, has been moved by the Nazis into a ghetto filled with disease, starvation, and violence. When conditions worsen, Misha joins a handful of others to make a final, desperate stand.

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Eva’s Story

Pilgrim’s Progress

A Survivor’s Tale by the Stepsister of Anne Frank

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Written by Eva Schloss Eva Schloss, like her stepsister Anne Frank, was taken to Auschwitz at the age of fifteen. But Eva’s story did not end there. This incredible memoir recounts the strength and determination that helped a young girl endure the horrors of the Holocaust. “Powerful. A heartbreaking and inspirational account of personal triumph.” — Publishers Weekly MEMOIR Paperback • $16.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-6495-6 51/2" x 81/2" • 256 pages • Ages 14 & up

A superb retelling of John Bunyan’s beloved classic, beautifully illustrated with paintings by Barry Moser.

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17th-century allegory issues a welcome invitation to visit this classic. A treasure sure to delight young and old.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) • Parents’ Choice Book Awards— Recommended FICTION Hardcover • $17.50 ISBN 978-0-8028-5346-2 5" x 71/4" • 189 pages • Ages 9 & up Full-color illustrations Reinforced binding

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William Bradford

Plymouth’s Faithful Pilgrim

Written by Gary D. Schmidt This dramatic biography by Newbery Honor winner Gary Schmidt introduces readers to the founder of Plymouth Colony. “Paying tribute to . . . Plymouth Colony’s guiding light, Schmidt paints a warm and cohesive picture of William Bradford’s role in that colony’s foundation and growth.” — Kirkus Reviews • Logos Book Award • Bank Street College Best Children’s Books PHOTO BIOGRAPHY Paperback • $14.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5148-2 7" x 9" • 211 pages • Ages 10 & up Black-and-white illustrations

A Less Than Perfect Peace

A Dog Like Sam

Written by Jacqueline Levering Sullivan

Written by Edward van de Vendel Illustrated by Philip Hopman

Annie Howard’s father has returned from World War II, but life isn’t back to normal. As Annie tries to cope with the changes in her life, she meets two Dutch refugees who have had to overcome plenty of their own obstacles. “This poignant tale . . . will engross readers from start to finish as they root for Annie and her friends.” — Children’s Literature • Bank Street College Best Children’s Books FICTION Paperback • $9.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5431-5 51/2" x 71/2" • 209 pages • Ages 10–14

When a mysterious dog turns up in their front yard, Kix and Emilia name the dog Sam, and he quickly becomes part of the family. But things get complicated when Sam’s original owner comes looking for him. “A moving and memorable tale of love, forgiveness, and compassion.” — Kirkus Reviews • Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People ILLUSTRATED NOVEL Hardcover • $13.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5484-1 51/2" x 81/2" • 111 pages • Ages 8–12 Black-and-white illustrations Reinforced binding Discussion guide available online World English rights; all other rights Querido

Sam in Winter Written by Edward van de Vendel Illustrated by Philip Hopman When Sam, the dog Kix met last summer, starts acting strange, Kix isn’t worried—until Sam suddenly disappears. As winter sets in, Kix searches for Sam, but will he find him before it’s too late? “The author maintains edge-of-the-seat tension without once sentimentalizing the dog, the boy, or the realities of rural life.” — The Horn Book • Paterson Prize for Books for Young People Honor Book ILLUSTRATED NOVEL Hardcover • $13.00 ISBN 978-0-8028-5487-2 51/2" x 81/2" • 153 pages • Ages 8–12 Black-and-white illustrations Reinforced binding Discussion guide available World English rights; all other rights Querido

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Bullying / Peer Pressure

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Animal Beauty The Blue Jackal Bully.com The Chickens Build a Wall Red Thomas the Toadilly Terrible Bully The Watcher

Character / Values Animals Animal Beauty Animal Supermarket Animals of the Bible for Young Children At Night The Best Cat in the World The Big Book of Slumber The Blue Hour The Blue Jackal Bow-Wow Wiggle-Waggle Do You Have a Dog? A Dog Like Sam The Dog That Nino Didn't Have Felix Fur, Fins, and Feathers I Wish I Had . . . Jonah’s Whale Klimt and His Cat Little Naomi, Little Chick Manger Mikis and the Donkey Mister H Mom, There’s a Bear at the Door No Place Like Home Piper Plume The Queen of the Frogs Sam in Winter Scout’s Heaven The Second Sky The Secret Cat The Song of Francis and the Animals A Story That Grows Sweet Dreamers Two Little Birds The Very Big Carrot A Well-Mannered Young Wolf When a Wolf Is Hungry

Bedtime At Night The Big Book of Slumber The Blue Hour Good Morning, Harry—Good Night, Daddy Good Night, Chickie I See the Moon Sleepy Time Blessings A Story That Grows Sweet Dreamers Thank You, God A World of Prayers

Biographies The Amazing Age of John Roy Lynch A Bird or Two (Henri Matisse) C. S. Lewis Do You Have a Dog? (Various historical figures) Dorothy Day Eva’s Story (Eva Schloss) The Fantastic Jungles of Henri Rousseau Fur, Fins, and Feathers (Abraham Dee Bartlett) Georgia’s Bones (Georgia O'Keeffe) I Am Marc Chagall I, Vivaldi In Search of the Little Prince (Antoine de Saint-Exupéry) Klimt and His Cat The Life and Times of Martin Luther Maria Mitchell One Fine Day (Wright Brothers) Princess Ka’iulani The Right Word (Peter Mark Roget) A River of Words (William Carlos Williams) Saints: Lives and Illuminations (Various) The Song of Francis and the Animals (St. Francis of Assisi) Vincent van Gogh and the Colors of the Wind William Bradford

Books in Translation Animal Beauty

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Animal Supermarket Animals of the Bible for Young Children Anna’s Heaven At Night The Bible for Young Children The Big Book of Slumber The Blue Hour The Call of the Swamp The Chickens Build a Wall A Dog Like Sam The Dog That Nino Didn’t Have Edgar Wants to Be Alone Father’s Road Felix The Fishing Lesson Garmann’s Summer The Geese March in Step Get on Your Bike Good Night, Chickie Grandfather Whisker’s Table Grandpa’s Soup Hail Mary Herodotus the Hedgehog I Am a Bear I Am Marc Chagall I Like, I Don’t Like I Wish I Had . . . I’ll Root for You I’m Right Here Images of God for Young Children In Search of the Little Prince Is It Big or Is It Little? Jesus John Jensen Feels Different Just for Today Just Like I Wanted Klimt and His Cat Leather Shoe Charlie The Legend of Saint Nicholas The Life and Times of Martin Luther Lion, King, and Coin The Little Barbarian Little Naomi, Little Chick Mikis and the Donkey Mister H Mom, There’s a Bear at the Door Mrs. White Rabbit Nasreddine Night Guard Our Father (Bus) Our Father (Oberthür) Phone Call with a Fish Plume A Pond Full of Ink Prayers for Young Children Psalms for Young Children The Queen of the Frogs The Rabbit and the Shadow Rain Red Roger Is Going Fishing Roger Is Reading a Book Sam in Winter Samira and the Skeletons Scout’s Heaven The Secret Cat The Sheep Go on Strike Soldier Bear Son of a Gun A Story That Grows Sweet Dreamers Vanishing Colors The Very Big Carrot Vincent van Gogh and the Colors of the Wind The War within These Walls The Warli People A Well-Mannered Young Wolf When a Wolf Is Hungry Why Am I Here? Willy

Contentment The Dog That Nino Didn’t Have The Fishing Lesson John Jensen Feels Different Just for Today Just Like I Wanted Little Big No Place Like Home Now It Is Summer The Second Sky Courage Always with You Attack of the Turtle Crazy Dangerous Journey Friends of Liberty Garmann’s Summer A Girl Called Problem Parachute Pilgrim’s Progress Piper Princess Ka’iulani Red Soldier Bear Son of a Gun A Story Like the Wind The Story of Queen Esther Vanishing Colors The War within These Walls When No One Is Watching The Yes Patience Circles of Hope The Fantastic Jungles of Henri Rousseau Jonah’s Whale Now It Is Summer Problem-Solving Back to Front and Upside Down! Brother Giovanni ‘s Little Reward Brother Hugo and the Bear Edgar Wants to Be Alone Get on Your Bike Lion, King, and Coin Little Croc’s Purse My Name Is Sangoel Nasreddine One Fine Day Parachute Roger Is Reading a Book The Sheep Go on Strike Thomas the Toadilly Terrible Bully The Very Big Carrot Tolerance / Acceptance The Chickens Build a Wall A Dog Like Sam Ethan, Suspended The Geese March in Step Herodotus the Hedgehog I Am a Bear John Jensen Feels Different Library Lily Not Exactly Normal Outside My Window Sam in Winter Willy

Cultures

African A Girl Called Problem The Herd Boy My Name Is Sangoel Son of a Gun African American The Amazing Age of John Roy Lynch The Beatitudes Ben and the Emancipation Proclamation Come Sunday I Lay My Stitches Down The Lord’s Prayer Mississippi Morning Psalm Twenty-Three The Watcher

When Daddy Prays Asian Always with You Father’s Road Global Felix Outside My Window Rain Why Am I Here? Greek Mikis and the Donkey Haitian Circles of Hope Indian The Blue Jackal The Warli People Irish Brigid’s Cloak Italian Grandfather Whisker’s Table I, Vivaldi Middle Eastern Adara The Enemy Has a Face Four Feet, Two Sandals Gilgamesh the Hero Masada Nasreddine Nile Crossing The Story of Queen Esther

Ecology / Environment Fur, Fins, and Feathers God’s Quiet Things Hidden City Little Apple Goat No Place Like Home Two Little Birds

Family

Family Life Anna’s Heaven Birdie The Call of the Swamp Come Sunday Crazy A Dog Like Sam Ethan, Suspended Felix Friends of Liberty Garmann’s Summer A Girl Called Problem Good Morning, Harry—Good Night, Daddy Good Night, Chickie A Less than Perfect Peace Little Big Mrs. White Rabbit Night Guard Not Exactly Normal One Big Family Sam in Winter A Story That Grows When Daddy Prays Grandparents Eli Remembers Ethan, Suspended Grandpa’s Soup I’m Right Here Mikis and the Donkey New Baby Before You Were Born Circles of Hope Mary’s Song

Fantasy The Golden Key The Little Barbarian Mrs. White Rabbit A Pond Full of Ink Questionable Creatures The Secret Cat

Farming / Farm Life The Chickens Build a Wall Edgar Wants to Be Alone The Geese March in Step Little Apple Goat Little Naomi, Little Chick The Sheep Go on Strike

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Brigid’s Cloak Dangerous Journey The Fishing Lesson Gilgamesh the Hero The Golden Key Good King Wenceslas The Legend of Saint Christopher The Legend of Saint Nicholas Nasreddine Persephone Pilgrim’s Progress The Queen of the Frogs Questionable Creatures

Friendship Back to Front and Upside Down! The Best Cat in the World Birdie Brother Hugo and the Bear Bully.com Ethan, Suspended Four Feet, Two Sandals Friends of Liberty Get on Your Bike Gilgamesh the Hero The Golden Key I Am a Bear If Nathan Were Here A Less than Perfect Peace Library Lily Mikis and the Donkey Night Guard Not Exactly Normal Outside My Window Phone Call with a Fish The Rabbit and the Shadow Roger Is Going Fishing Roger Is Reading a Book Samira and the Skeletons A Story Like the Wind Thomas the Toadilly Terrible Bully The Watcher When No One Is Watching

Grief / Death / Illness Always with You Anna’s Heaven The Best Cat in the World Crazy Eli Remembers The Enemy Has a Face Grandpa’s Soup If Nathan Were Here I’m Right Here Scout’s Heaven The War within These Walls

Growing Up / Self-Esteem Animal Beauty Attack of the Turtle Back to Front and Upside Down! Birdie Bully.com The Call of the Swamp Crazy A Dog Like Sam The Dog That Nino Didn’t Have Eli Remembers The Enemy Has a Face Ethan, Suspended Friends of Liberty Garmann’s Summer The Geese March in Step A Girl Called Problem The Golden Key The Herd Boy I’ll Root for You John Jensen Feels Different Just Like I Wanted Leather Shoe Charlie A Less than Perfect Peace Masada Mikis and the Donkey Mississippi Morning My Name Is Sangoel Night Guard Nile Crossing Not Exactly Normal One Big Family Parachute The Rabbit and the Shadow

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Sam in Winter The Second Sky A Story Like the Wind Thomas the Toadilly Terrible Bully Two Little Birds When No One Is Watching Who Am I? Why Am I Here? Willy The Yes

History Adara The Amazing Age of John Roy Lynch Attack of the Turtle The Beatitudes Ben and the Emancipation Proclamation Brother Giovanni’s Little Reward Brother Hugo and the Bear Do You Have a Dog? Eva’s Story Father’s Road Friends of Liberty Fur, Fins, and Feathers Grandfather Whisker’s Table I Lay My Stitches Down I, Vivaldi In Search of the Little Prince Leather Shoe Charlie A Less than Perfect Peace The Life and Times of Martin Luther Lion, King, and Coin Masada Mississippi Morning Nile Crossing One Fine Day Princess Ka’iulani The Right Word A River of Words Secrets in the House of Delgado Soldier Bear The War within These Walls The Warli People William Bradford

Holidays

Christmas Brigid’s Cloak Good King Wenceslas The Jesse Tree Jesus The Legend of Saint Nicholas Manger Mary’s Song The Nativity Easter At Jerusalem’s Gate The Easter Story Jesus

Humor Edgar Wants to Be Alone The Fishing Lesson I’ll Root for You Is It Big or Is It Little? The Little Barbarian Little Big Mister H Mom, There’s a Bear at the Door Mrs. White Rabbit One Big Family A Pond Full of Ink The Queen of the Frogs Roger Is Going Fishing Roger Is Reading a Book The Sheep Go on Strike Uh-Oh! The Very Big Carrot A Well-Mannered Young Wolf When a Wolf Is Hungry Willy

Jewish Interest Eli Remembers The Enemy Has a Face Eva’s Story Exodus God’s Quiet Things I Wanted to Know All about God Jonah’s Whale Masada Psalms for Young Children

Secrets in the House of Delgado Song of Creation The Story of Queen Esther Thank You, God The War within These Walls

Mystery / Suspense Attack of the Turtle Bully.com The Enemy Has a Face Sam in Winter Secrets in the House of Delgado

Nature / Seasons The Blue Hour God’s Quiet Things Hidden City I Wish I Had . . . Little Apple Goat Night Guard Now It Is Summer Persephone Plume Rain Song of Creation Sweet Dreamers Two Little Birds The Warli People What Does the Sky Say?

Poetry / Poets At Jerusalem’s Gate Birdie Crazy Hidden City I Lay My Stitches Down I’ll Root for You Manger Mary’s Song Night Guard A Pond Full of Ink Rain A River of Words Song of Creation The Watcher When Daddy Prays

Religion

Bible Stories Animals of the Bible for Young Children At Jerusalem’s Gate At Your Baptism The Bible for Young Children The Child’s Story Bible The Easter Story Exodus The Jesse Tree Jesus Jonah’s Whale The Life of Jesus Mary’s Song The Nativity Paul Writes (a Letter) Psalm Twenty-Three Psalms for Young Children The Story of Queen Esther Praise / Prayer / Hymns The Beatitudes Before You Were Born Brother Giovanni’s Little Reward Come Sunday God’s Quiet Things Hail Mary I See the Moon Just for Today The Life of Jesus The Lord’s Prayer Manger Our Father (Bus) Our Father (Oberthür) Prayers for Young Children Psalm Twenty-Three Psalms for Young Children Sleepy Time Blessings Song of Creation Thank You, God What Does the Sky Say? When Daddy Prays A World of Prayers Religious Beliefs and Concepts Anna’s Heaven At Your Baptism

Does God Know How to Tie Shoes? Herodotus the Hedgehog I Wanted to Know All about God Images of God for Young Children Leading Little Ones to God The Life and Times of Martin Luther The Lord’s Prayer Our Father (Oberthür) Paul Writes (a Letter) Who Am I? Religious Fiction Adara Dangerous Journey Masada Not Exactly Normal Pilgrim’s Progress Secrets in the House of Delgado Saints Brigid’s Cloak Just for Today The Legend of Saint Christopher The Legend of Saint Nicholas Paul Writes (a Letter) Saints: Lives and Illuminations The Song of Francis and the Animals

School Stories Back to Front and Upside Down! Bully.com Ethan, Suspended A Less than Perfect Peace Nile Crossing Not Exactly Normal Phone Call with a Fish Ready and Waiting for You Samira and the Skeletons

Science and Technology Attack of the Turtle Bully.com Father’s Road Leather Shoe Charlie Maria Mitchell One Fine Day Samira and the Skeletons

Social Issues

Poverty Circles of Hope Four Feet, Two Sandals Good King Wenceslas I Am a Bear I Like, I Don’t Like Race Relations The Amazing Age of John Roy Lynch The Beatitudes Ben and the Emancipation Proclamation The Enemy Has a Face Ethan, Suspended I Lay My Stitches Down Mississippi Morning War / Refugees Adara Always with You Attack of the Turtle Ben and the Emancipation Proclamation Eva’s Story Four Feet, Two Sandals Friends of Liberty A Less than Perfect Peace Masada My Name Is Sangoel Soldier Bear Son of a Gun A Story Like the Wind Vanishing Colors The War within These Walls Why Am I Here?

Songs and Music Good King Wenceslas I, Vivaldi The Song of Francis and the Animals A Story Like the Wind

Urban Life Hidden City The Lord’s Prayer Mom, There’s a Bear at the Door Psalm Twenty-Three Roger Is Going Fishing When a Wolf Is Hungry

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TITLE INDEX Adara ��36 Always with You ��31 The Amazing Age of John Roy Lynch ��11 Animal Beauty ��26 Animal Supermarket ��34 Animals of the Bible for Young Children ��15 Anna’s Heaven ��20 At Jerusalem’s Gate ��18 At Night ��11 At Your Baptism ��30 Attack of the Turtle ��35 Back to Front and Upside Down ��10 The Beatitudes ��32 Before You Were Born ��14 Ben and the Emancipation Proclamation ��28 The Best Cat in the World ��25 The Bible for Young Children ��16 The Big Book of Slumber ��34 A Bird or Two ��23 Birdie ��3 The Blue Hour ��28 The Blue Jackal ��32 Bow-Wow Wiggle-Waggle ��16 Brigid’s Cloak ��24 Brother Giovanni’s Little Reward ��29 Brother Hugo and the Bear ��11 Bully.com ��37 C. S. Lewis ��36 The Call of the Swamp ��13 The Chickens Build a Wall ��17 The Child’s Story Bible ��32 Circles of Hope ��33 Come Sunday ��18 Crazy ��39 Dangerous Journey ��21 Do You Have a Dog? ��29 Does God Know How to Tie Shoes? ��14 A Dog Like Sam ��40 The Dog That Nino Didn’t Have ��31 Dorothy Day ��36 The Easter Story ��33 Edgar Wants to Be Alone ��17 Eli Remembers ��31 The Enemy Has a Face ��38 Ethan, Suspended ��36 Eva’s Story ��39

AUTHOR / ILLUSTRATOR INDEX Akveld, Joukje ��10 Alcorn, Stephen ��20 Ale + Ale ��10 Alexander, Claire ��10 Andersen, Bethanne ��12 Appelt, Kathi ��10 Arno ��16 Ashman, Linda ��10 Baccelliere, Anna ��10 Bachelet, Gilles �� 2, 10 Bahr, Mary ��11 Balbusso, Anna ��22 Balbusso, Elena ��22 Bansch, Helga ��11 Barton, Chris ��11 Baynes, Pauline ��35 Bee, Sarah ��11 Beebe, Katy �� 11, 12 Bentley, Jonathan �� 7, 12 Billingsley, Mary ��12 Böll, Heinrich ��12 Bravo, Emile ��12 Brooks, Jeremy ��12 Brown, Devin ��35 Bryant, Jen �� 12, 13 Bryant, Michael ��18 Buquet, Jean-Luc ��13 Bus, Sabrina ��13 Cali, Davide ��13 Cann, Helen �� 20, 24 Capatti, Bérénice ��14 Carlson, Drew ��35 Carlstrom, Nancy White ��14 Chayka, Doug ��33 Chessa, Francesca ��28 Christoph, Jamey ��10 Church, Caroline Jayne ��14 Clark, Emma Chichester ��14 Clayton, Sally Pomme ��15 Cneut, Carll ��15 Collier, Bryan ��19 Comport, Sally Wern ��12 Conan, Sally Anne ��15 Cooper, Floyd �� 28, 32 Daly, Niki ��15 Dautremer, Rébecca ��32 de Graaf, Anne ��35 De Kinder, Jan ��15 De Kockere, Geert ��15 Delval, Marie-Hélène �� 15, 16 Deneux, Xavier ��13 DePalma, Mary Newell �� 16, 29 Di Giacomo, Kris ��25

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Exodus ��33 The Fantastic Jungles of Henri Rousseau �� 9, 24 Father’s Road ��21 Felix ��34 The Fishing Lesson ��12 Four Feet, Two Sandals ��33 Friends of Liberty ��36 Fur, Fins, and Feathers ��24 Garmann’s Summer ��20 The Geese March in Step ��17 Georgia’s Bones ��12 Get on Your Bike ��10 Gilgamesh the Hero ��37 A Girl Called Problem ��39 God’s Quiet Things ��30 The Golden Key ��37 Good King Wenceslas ��25 Good Morning, Harry ��11 Good Night, Chickie ��21 Grandfather Whisker’s Table ��21 Grandpa’s Soup ��21 Hail Mary ��13 The Herd Boy ��15 Herodotus the Hedgehog ��13 Hidden City ��30 I Am a Bear ��17 I Am Marc Chagall ��23 I Lay My Stitches Down ��18 I Like, I Don’t Like ��10 I See the Moon ��10 I, Vivaldi ��28 I Wanted to Know All about God ��22 I Wish I Had ��34 If Nathan Were Here ��11 I’ll Root for You ��31 I’m Right Here ��26 Images of God for Young Children ��16 In Search of the Little Prince ��23 Is It Big or Is It Little? ��27 The Jesse Tree ��38 Jesus ��19 John Jensen Feels Different ��20 Jonah’s Whale ��29 Just for Today ��21 Just Like I Wanted ��22 Klimt and His Cat ��14 Leading Little Ones to God ��28 Leather Shoe Charlie ��22

The Legend of Saint Christopher ��19 The Legend of Saint Nicholas ��19 A Less Than Perfect Peace ��40 Library Lily ��28 The Life and Times of Martin Luther ��27 The Life of Jesus ��12 Lion, King, and Coin ��25 Little Apple Goat ��14 The Little Barbarian ��25 Little Big ��12 Little Croc’s Purse ��18 Little Naomi, Little Chick ��18 The Lord’s Prayer ��22 Manger ��20 Maria Mitchell ��36 Mary’s Song ��20 Masada ��38 Mikis and the Donkey ��35 Mississippi Morning ��32 Mister H ��38 Mom, There’s a Bear at the Door ��24 Mrs. White Rabbit ��10 My Name Is Sangoel ��33 Nasreddine ��32 The Nativity ��27 Night Guard ��37 Nile Crossing ��12 No Place Like Home ��8 Not Exactly Normal ��35 Now It Is Summer ��29 One Big Family ��19 One Fine Day ��31 Our Father (Bus) ��13 Our Father (Oberthür) ��26 Outside My Window ��10 Parachute ��26 Paul Writes (a Letter) ��26 Persephone ��15 Phone Call with a Fish ��32 Pilgrim’s Progress ��39 Piper ��14 Plume ��29 A Pond Full of Ink ��27 Prayers for Young Children ��30 Princess Ka‘iulani ��37 Psalm Twenty-Three ��23 Psalms for Young Children ��16 The Queen of the Frogs ��13

Questionable Creatures ��35 The Rabbit and the Shadow ��27 Rain ��20 Ready and Waiting for You ��25 Red ��15 The Right Word ��13 A River of Words ��13 Roger Is Going Fishing ��30 Roger Is Reading a Book ��31 Saints: Lives and Illuminations �� 27, 39 Sam in Winter ��40 Samira and the Skeletons ��22 The Second Sky ��7 Scout’s Heaven ��17 The Secret Cat ��6 Secrets in the House of Delgado ��38 The Sheep Go on Strike ��17 Sleepy Time Blessings ��15 Soldier Bear ��35 Son of a Gun ��35 Song of Creation ��18 The Song of Francis and the Animals ��24 A Story Like the Wind ��37 The Story of Queen Esther ��22 A Story That Grows ��2 Sweet Dreamers ��5 Thank You, God ��33 Thomas The Toadilly Terrible Bully ��23 Two Little Birds ��16 Uh-Oh! ��16 Vanishing Colors ��4 The Very Big Carrot ��30 Vincent van Gogh and Colors of the Wind ��24 The War within These Walls ��39 The Warli People ��28 The Watcher ��19 A Well-Mannered Young Wolf ��23 What Does the Sky Say? ��14 When a Wolf Is Hungry ��25 When Daddy Prays ��19 When No One Is Watching ��29 Who Am I? ��38 Why Am I Here? ��26 William Bradford ��40 Willy ��15 A World of Prayers ��12 The Yes ��11

Dumon Tak, Bibi �� 17, 35 Dumont, Jean-François ��17 Duzakin, Akin �� 4, 26 Ehrenberg, Pamela ��36 Ensikat, Klaus ��27 Erlbruch, Wolf ��31 Farnsworth, Bill ��31 Ferri, Giuliano �� 19, 29 Finlay, Lizzie ��18 Frampton, David �� 18, 24 Fronty, Aurélia ��15 Ghosh, Ronojoy ��8 Goble, Paul ��18 Golan, Avirama ��18 Gomez, Elena ��12 Gorbachev, Valeri ��11 Gordon-Noy, Aya ��22 Gormley, Beatrice ��36 Götting ��16 Grady, Cynthia ��18 Grimes, Nikki �� 18, 19 Grün, Anselm ��19 Guest, Patrick ��7 Hall, Amanda �� 9, 24, 29 Harshman, Marc ��19 Himler, Ronald �� 25, 31 Hodges, Margaret ��19 Holderness, Grizelda ��22 Hole, Stian �� 20, 37 Holmer, Anders ��20 Hopkins, Lee Bennett ��20 Hopman, Philip �� 10, 35, 40 Hovland, Henrik ��20 Hunkin, Oliver ��21 Ichikawa, Satomi ��21 Jadoul, Émile ��21 Jago ��33 Jang, Ji-yun ��21 Jenkins, Debra Reid �� 10, 22 Jeong, Su-bi ��28 Jerome, Karen A. ��11 Jo, Eun-jeong ��21 John XXIII ��21 Johnson, David A. �� 29, 35 Joshi, Dileep ��32 Jun, Tan ��21 Kadono, Eiko ��21 Karas, Raaya ��18 Keller, Elinoar ��22 Kent, Deborah ��36 Kim, Gyeong-hwa ��22 Kitamura, Satoshi ��11 Koralek, Jenny ��22 Kove, Torill ��20 Kroll, Virginia ��22 Kuhn, Camilla ��22

Ladwig, Tim ��14, 19, 22, 23, 25, 32 Landmann, Bimba �� 21, 23 Lawlor, Joe ��37 Le Tord, Bijou ��23 Lea, Synne ��37 Lee, Virginia ��15 Leroy, Jean ��23 Levy, Janice ��23 Lewis, Gill ��37 Linnéa, Sharon ��37 Lipan, Sabine ��24 Lossani, Chiara ��24 Lozano, Luciano ��38 MacDonald, George ��37 Markel, Michelle �� 9, 24 Maudet, Matthieu ��23 Maxwell, Cassandre ��24 McCaughrean, Geraldine �� 37, 38 McElrath-Eslick, Lori ��14 Melo, Esperança ��23 Miklowitz, Gloria D. ��38 Milligan, Bryce ��24 Mohammed, Khadra ��33 Monaco, Octavia �� 14, 24 Mora, Pat ��24 Moreillon, Judi ��25 Moriconi, Renato ��25 Moser, Barry ��39 Mulazzani, Simona ��34 Nam, Jeong-hee ��25 Nascimbeni, Barbara �� 16, 26, 30 Naumann-Villemin, Christine ��25 Neale, John M. ��25 Nesquens, Daniel ��38 Newman, Lesléa ��25 Oberthür, Rainer ��26 Olten, Manuela ��24 Ørbeck-Nilssen, Constance �� 4, 26 Ottley, Matt ��26 Palacios, Sara ��19 Parker, Danny ��26 Parkins, David ��37 Parry, Alan ��21 Paterson, Katherine ��38 Phillips, Linda Vigen ��39 Posthuma, Sieb ��27 Quirk, Katie ��39 Raschka, Chris ��26 Roskifte, Kristin ��26 Roth-Beck, Meike ��27 Rueda, Claudia ��27 Rutten, Mélanie ��27 Rutten, Nicole ��15 Sanderson, Ruth �� 27, 37, 39 Saport, Linda �� 14, 30, 33 Sax, Aline ��39

Schimler-Safford, Amy ��30 Schindler, S. D ��11 Schloss, Eva ��39 Schmidt, Annie M. G. ��27 Schmidt, Gary D. �� 39, 40 Schoolland, Marian M. ��28 Segal, Naama Peleg ��22 Sforza, Lucia ��25 Shefelman, Janice ��28 Shefelman, Tom ��28 Sherman, Pat ��28 Shields, Gillian ��28 Shin, Hye-eun ��28 Simler, Isabelle �� 5, 28, 29 Slavin, Bill ��23 Smucker, Anna Egan ��29 Sneider, Marian ��31 Somà, Marco ��13 Spinelli, Eileen �� 3, 29 Steenwyk, Carrie ��30 Steinkühler, Martina ��30 Stevens, Rick ��30 Stock, Catherine �� 25, 33 Stoub, Paul ��28 Strömgård, Katarina ��6 Strzelecki, Caryl ��39 Sualzo ��32 Sullivan, Jacqueline Levering ��40 Sweet, Melissa ��13 Sweetland, Nancy ��30 Tate, Don ��11 Tone, Satoe ��30 Tuttle, Sarah Grace ��30 Valério, Geraldo ��29 Van Biesen, Koen �� 30, 31 van de Vendel, Edward �� 31, 40 van Haeringen, Annemarie ��17 van Hertbruggen, Anton ��31 Van Steenwyk, Elizabeth ��31 Vander Zee, Ruth �� 31, 32 Vecchini, Silvia ��32 Viswanath, Shobha ��32 Vos, Catherine F. ��32 Watson, Richard Jesse ��19 Weatherford, Carole Boston ��32 Weaver, Jo ��37 Weulersse, Odile ��32 Wigger, J. Bradley ��33 Wildsmith, Brian ��33 Willey, Bee ��38 Williams, Karen Lynn ��33 Witvliet, John D. ��30 Wood, Michele ��18 Zoboli, Giovanna ��34

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