children's literature

A collection of humorous stories, poems, riddles, rebuses, songs, puns, and the like for beginning readers.

In this autobiographical account an author and illustrator of children's books shares his life, daily activities, and creative process, and shows how all are intertwined.

An illustrated multi-volume collection of stories and poems by such authors and illustrators as Colin McNaughton, Helen Oxenbury, Martin Handford, and Charlotte Voake.

"An Almanac with information about famous events and celebrations for each day of the year and related children's book recommendations"--Provided by publisher.

Best friends Nat and Boyd get into a game of Faboo Facts, and the game becomes so competitive that Boyd Fink goes into a funk.

Recommends books for gifted readers that provide insights and coping skills for issues they may face from preschool through high school, featuring more than three hundred titles with brief summaries, organized by reading levels; and includes an index arranged by theme.

Reviews more than one thousand books the author believes every child should read before they grow up, with reproductions of each book's original jacket and information on its publisher, author, and themes.

Presents author and artist Douglas Florian first-hand account of childhood, his various works, and the things that have influenced him over his career.

A travel guide to places featured in thirty popular children's books, providing a brief introduction to each location, information about the book, an account of the authors' travel experience, an itinerary, and contact names and numbers. Includes a brief listing of over twenty additional literary landmarks.

Seventeen children's writers consider how literature, memory, and moral passion have influenced their lives and work.