Product Type: Books
Award: Blue Chip
1994 Awards
(by Margaret Wise Brown illus. by Clement Hurd, HarperCollins $12 Score:
) A little bunny declares his independence and his mother assures him that wherever he goes she'll be there for him. For little ones this is a comforting tale with the added joy of playful illustrations. Finding mother rabbit in her many guises is part of the fun. Age: Toddlers,Preschool. Award Year: 1994.
1994 Awards
(by Beatrix Potter, Penguin $5.95 Score:
) A timeless tale of a mischievous bunny who goes where he is not supposed to and suffers the consequences of his actions. Don't miss some of the other gems in the Potter collection such as Jemima Puddleduck and the Tale of Benjamin Bunny. Age: Preschool. Award Year: 1994.
1994 Awards
(by Judith Viorst/illus. by Ray Cruz, Atheneum $13.95 Score:
) Is there anyone who hasn't had one of those terrible, horrible, no good days when nothing goes right? A perfect blend of comic relief and self-recognition serves as a comfort to young listeners. 5 and up. Age: Early School Years. Award Year: 1994.
1994 Awards
(by Beverly Cleary/illus. by Allen Tiegreen, William Morrow $13.95 Score:
) Spunky Ramona almost becomes a kindergarten dropout when the teacher fails to appreciate her original approach to writing. This and the other endearing books in the Blue Chip Ramona series are ideal read-alouds for 6-7s that kids enjoy rereading on their own as their skills grow.
Age: Early School Years. Award Year: 1994.
1994 Awards
(by Susan Meddaugh, Houghton Mifflin $13.95 Score:
) A funny caper about a dog that starts talking after eating alphabet soup. In fact, Martha talks so much she gets scolded and clams up until one night her gift of gab saves more than the day. 4-8
Age: Preschool,Early School Years. Award Year: 1994.
1994 Awards
(by William Steig, Farrar Straus $12.95 Score:
) Young Sylvester finds a magic pebble that grants him one wish too many. It is his devoted parents who free Sylvester form the magic. A not-to-be missed Caldecott Award-winning classic that speaks about love and interdependence and being careful about what you wish for-since they might come true. 6 and up.
Age: Early School Years. Award Year: 1994.
1996 Awards
(by Lloyd Moss/illus. by Marjorie Priceman, Simon & Schuster $14.95 Score:
) With witty verse and playful illustrations, this is a lyrical introduction to musical instruments and musical groups. From solo to chamber orchestra, this is also a noteworthy counting book. 5-9.
Age: Preschool,Early School Years. Award Year: 1996.
Awards
(by Mary Hoffman/ illus. by Caroline Binch, Dial $14 Score:
) When her teacher announces the class play will be Peter Pan, Grace wants to be the star. A classmate insists Grace can't get the part because she's a girl and she's black. Thanks to her Gram and Mom, Grace goes for it! 5-8 Age: Early School Years. Award Year: .
1994 Awards
(by Demi, Holt $15.95 Score:
) The emperor is ready to find his successor. All the children in the kingdom are challenged to grow a special plant. Only one child returns with an empty pot. A tale about honesty and the courage that it takes! 5-9
Age: Early School Years. Award Year: 1994.
Awards
(by Janet and Allan Ahlberg, Little Brown $19.95 Score:
) Oops! The well-loved Jolly Postman falls down a rabbit hole, shrinks from a drink and goes on a lively jumbled literary adventure with a cast that includes Alice in Wonderland and Dorothy of OZ. There are pockets with amusing notes and a magnifier for reading secret messages. For book lovers. 5-10
Age: Early School Years. Award Year: .
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