Tomie dePaola

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

Pennsylvania

In the third book following the Newbery Honor-winning 26 Fairmount Avenue, Tomie takes us back to his childhood once more, enchanting readers with more of his warm and funny stories. Whether he's starring in the dance recital, praying for his brand-new baby sister to get over pneumonia, placing his hands in the wet cement to make his mark in the sidewalk forever, or finally learning to read, Tomie dePaola proves to be as winning a storyteller in the chapter-book format as he has been for so long with his beloved picture books. In this third set of delightful adventures the dePaola family continues to welcome readers of all ages into their home.

On My Way

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First-grader Tomie experiences uncertainty in the weeks following the attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941. What are the grown-ups talking quietly about at home and even at school? Why does his class have to go to the spooky furnace room for an air raid drill? Why does the family hang thick black curtains on the windows? Tomie's mother is there to comfort and explain the confusion, and Tomie feels better. But he's still scared.

Normal, everyday activities such as Tomie's first music lesson, dance class and Christmas shopping with Dad go on as usual, but the day-to-day effects of the war are always there.

An emotionally strong addition to an award-winning series.

I'M Still Scared

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Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Oregon

A shepherd shears his sheep, cards and spins the wool, weaves and dyes the cloth, and sews a beautiful new red cloak.

Charlie Needs a Cloak

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Louisiana

Author-illustrator Tomie De Paola describes his experiences at home and in school in 1941 when he was a boy.

Things Will Never Be the Same

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Texas

This favorite legend, based on Comanche lore, tells the story of how the bluebonnet, the state flower of Texas, came to be. A "Reading Rainbow" Review Title, an American Bookseller #1 Pick of the List Book, Booklist Children's Editors' Choice, NCSS Notable Children's Trade Book. Full color. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

The Legend of the Bluebonnet

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New York

Morgan and Moffat Go to School

Bossy Moffie and her quiet twin brother Morgie both enjoy starting school, especially getting gold stars and making new friends.

Meet the Barkers

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Virginia

In spring, the hills and meadows of Texas and Wyoming are ablaze with thereds, oranges, and yellows of the Indian Paintbrush. How this striking plant received itsname is told in an old Indian legend. Many years ago, when the People traveled the Plains, a young Indian boy had aDream-Vision in which it was revealed that one day he would create a painting that was aspure as the colors of the evening sky at sunset. The boy grew up to become the painter ofthe tribe, but although he found a pure white buckskin for a canvas and made paints fromthe brightest flowers and the reddest berries, he could not capture the sunset. How the young Indian artist finally fulfills his Dream-Vision is lovingly told andillustrated by Tomie dePaola, in words and pictures that capture the spirit and beauty ofthis dramatic legend.

The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush

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Iowa

The Giant of Knockmany Hill

Fin M'Coul

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Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Arizona

This enthralling modern fairy tale from Caldecott and Newbery Honor winner Tomie dePaola and debut illustrator Doug Salati celebrates the greatest power of all: love. In a small kingdom along an ancient road, a bell rings out. The beloved king has died, leaving his magnificent and powerful Imperial Robe to his heir, the young prince. But when the prince’s jealous older half-brother steals the Imperial Robe, slashing it to bits, the prince can no longer rule—and the small kingdom is in great danger. Now the young prince must find another source of power and of strength—and he finds it in a surprising place.

In a Small Kingdom

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A Barkers Book

Morgie's favorite dino, T-Rex, is missing, and Morgie thinks that his best friend Billy may have taken it. Once again, Tomie dePaola has written a funny and easy-to-read story about two of the hardest words in the English language-"I'm sorry."

T-Rex Is Missing!

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A collection of children's books on the subject of food and nutrition.

Pancakes for Breakfast

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This book is a clean copy with a good spine and binding. The contents and Graphics are in good condition. There is minimal wear inside. There is slight wear on the paperback cover. Will ship within hours after your order is received. Thanks for stopping by and please stay safe.

An Old Tale of Texas

Slight edge wear. Tight binding. Pages like new. 

California

Rhode Island

An illustrated collection of poems by such authors as Dorothy Aldis, Carl Sandburg, Langston Hughes, and Federico Garcia Lorca.

Tomie dePaola's Book of Poems

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In this retelling of the old French legend, a juggler offers to the Christ Child the only Christmas gift he has. “The full-color pictures with subtle tonal modulations are an integral part of the design of the lumious pages full of movement and vitality. The Italianate aspects of the setting are beautifully realized.”--The Horn Book


The Clown of God

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Hardcover kid’s book in good condition 

When Grandfather has a stroke, little Bobby helps him to relearn many of the things that he taught Bobby as a toddler. "Conveys some of the same touching images and genuine fondness as dePaola's companion book, Nana Upstairs and Nana Downstairs".--Kirkus Reviews. Full color. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Now One Foot, Now the Other

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In this gorgeous and contemplative New York Times bestselling picture book, legendary author-illustrator Tomie dePaola reminds us that mindfulness—being quiet, still, and present with one another—is a very special thing. Everything is in such a hurry, busy as busy can be. The birds are flying so fast, the dragonfly is zooming over the water—even the trees are waving their leaves. So what if we sit here, you next to me…and we can just be?

Quiet

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Connecticut

The laziest man in all of Ireland catches a leprechaun, who offers a potato seed instead of a pot of gold for his freedom.

Jamie o'Rourke and the Big Potato

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An all-new Strega Nona picture book on the heels of the New York Times Bestseller Brava, Strega Nona! Tomie dePaola’s beloved character Strega Nona is back in a colorful picture book, perfect for fall and the changing seasons. In this humorous tale, Strega Nona attempts to teach Big Anthony about gardening and the importance of order. But when Big Anthony does not follow her directions and tries to use her growing spell, his small vegetable patch turns into an unruly jungle! What will they do with all the extra vegetables? With beautiful illustrations reminiscent of the artwork that won Tomie dePaola the Caldecott Honor for the original Strega Nona, this celebration of harvest and gardening will make the perfect addition to any Strega Nona collection.

Strega Nona's Harvest

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You see, clouds are fun, silly, and very interesting.

Tomie dePaola--best-selling author of Strega Nona, Quiet, and many others--knows a lot about clouds. He also knows a lot about what people think of them.

Some people see animals and pictures in clouds.  The ancient Greeks believed that Hermes, the messenger of the gods, once stole the sun's cattle, which were clouds.

In this unique picture book, Tomie introduces some of the most common types of clouds, as well as the myths and legends inspired by their shapes.  Simple, whimsical illustrations show the variations in shape and color that herald changes in the weather. 

This book will tell you many things about clouds we bet you didn't know. Filled with his signature humor and gentle illustrations, Tomie dePaola's approach to nonfiction is like no other.

A Reading Rainbow book.

Tomie DePaola's the Cloud Book

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Patron Saint of Ireland

An illustrated tribute to the Irish patron saint from the best-selling author of Quiet, Strega Nona, and many others.

This timeless picture book, available in large-format paperback or as the board book Saint Patrick, is a perfect introduction to important Irish legends and an ideal St. Patrick's day gift.

Beloved children's book author-illustrator Tomie dePaola recounts the life of Saint Patrick--from his noble birth in Britain, to his captivity in Ireland, to the visions which led him to return and found the first Christian church in Ireland. 

With his signature bold illustrations and engaging prose, Tomie dePaola recounts a number of legends about the Saint--including the well-known story of how he drove the snakes from Ireland, and his association with the shamrock.

Patrick

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Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

Missouri

Since its original publication in 1985, Tomie dePaola's Mother Goose has become a staple on children's bookshelves everywhere, and features over two hundred Mother Goose rhymes charmingly illustrated by one of today's most beloved artists. This special anniversary edition includes a framable print with brand-new art and an author's note from Tomie, and is sure to continue as a family favorite for generations to come.

Tomie DePaola's Mother Goose

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One small tear to dust jacket shown in photo. No other signs of wear. All pages intact with no writing.

Ari, Pip and Kira are the first to hear the news! St. Nicholas wants the CountryAngels to plan the Christmas celebration for all of Heaven. They can't wait to get started. But the three littlest angels haven't bargained on being told to stay out of the way whenthey offer to help the kitchen angels sift and bake, the barn angels groom the animals for theprocession, or the music angels compose and sing new carols. Just when they have given up, St. Nicholas finds the perfect job for Ari, Pip, and Kira.Because with all the baking, brushing, and singing going on, the Country Angels seem to haveforgotten the most important detail of all. Tomie dePaola's love for Christmas and the wonderful preparations that lead up to the dayshines through in story and art as his endearing cast of Country Angels create their heavenlytribute.

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