Description
Winner of the 2012 Randolph Caldecott Medal This New York Times Bestseller and New York Times Best Illustrated Book relates a story about love and loss as only Chris Rashcka can tell it. Any child who has ever had a beloved toy break will relate to Daisy's anguish when her favorite ball is destroyed by a bigger dog. In the tradition of his nearly wordless picture book Yo Yes?, Caldecott Medalist Chris Raschka explores in pictures the joy and sadness that having a special toy can bring. Raschka's signature swirling, impressionistic illustrations and his affectionate story will particularly appeal to young dog lovers and teachers and parents who have children dealing with the loss of something special.
Author: Chris Raschka
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Random House Studio
Published: 05/10/2011
Series: Caldecott Medal - Winner Title(s)
Pages: 32
Weight: 1lbs
Size: 10.10h x 9.80w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9780375858611
Audience: Ages 4-8
Award: Caldecott Medal - Winner
Award: Golden Archer Award - Nominee
Review Citation(s):
Booklist 06/01/2011 pg. 90
Publishers Weekly 06/13/2011
School Library Journal 08/01/2011 pg. 82
Horn Book Magazine 09/01/2011 pg. 77
New York Times Book Review 11/13/2011 pg. 29
Christian Century 12/13/2011 pg. 26
SLJ's Best Books 12/01/2011 pg. 27
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2012 pg. 12 - Outstanding, Noteworthy In Style
About the Author
CHRIS RASCHKA has written and/or illustrated over 30 books for children, including The Purple Balloon, called "deceptively simple and beautifully direct" by Kirkus Reviews. His other books include Good Sports, an ALA Notable Book; the 2006 Caldecott Medal winning title, The Hello, Goodbye Window; the Caldecott Honor Books Yo! Yes?; and Mysterious Thelonius.
Author: Chris Raschka
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Random House Studio
Published: 05/10/2011
Series: Caldecott Medal - Winner Title(s)
Pages: 32
Weight: 1lbs
Size: 10.10h x 9.80w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9780375858611
Audience: Ages 4-8
Award: Caldecott Medal - Winner
Award: Golden Archer Award - Nominee
Review Citation(s):
Booklist 06/01/2011 pg. 90
Publishers Weekly 06/13/2011
School Library Journal 08/01/2011 pg. 82
Horn Book Magazine 09/01/2011 pg. 77
New York Times Book Review 11/13/2011 pg. 29
Christian Century 12/13/2011 pg. 26
SLJ's Best Books 12/01/2011 pg. 27
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2012 pg. 12 - Outstanding, Noteworthy In Style
About the Author
CHRIS RASCHKA has written and/or illustrated over 30 books for children, including The Purple Balloon, called "deceptively simple and beautifully direct" by Kirkus Reviews. His other books include Good Sports, an ALA Notable Book; the 2006 Caldecott Medal winning title, The Hello, Goodbye Window; the Caldecott Honor Books Yo! Yes?; and Mysterious Thelonius.