Overview
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From the creative mind behind Circle Under Berry comes this deceptively simple concept book that explores sorting, classification, and patternsĀ as it teases the brain in unusual ways.Ā With an elegant and simple approach, this thought-provoking book shows young readers that even the most familiar things can be seen from infinite perspectives.Ā As with the best classic children's books, you read it once, read it ten timesāand see something new every time.
MULTIPLE WAYS TO READ: The author has provided creative and helpful suggestions for different ways in which to read this book for varying reading levels and age ranges, making it truly versatile.
PACKED LEARNING VALUE: The unusual approach to colors, shapes, and animals intelligently introduces young readers to patterns, classification, and problem solving. The imaginative language, rich with rhythmic phrasing and playfulness, begs to be read aloud.
WIDE APPEAL FOR SCHOOL AND LIBRARY USE: Carter Higgins presents engaging learningĀ with a variety of concepts. With its clear read-aloud qualities, this is ideal for teachers and librarians who organize reading events in their classrooms and communities.
UNIQUE DESIGN: The art style for this book, with playful nods to Eric Carle and HervĆ© Tullet, stands out from the pack in ways that will resonate with children as well as adults. It sits beautifully on any shelfā
from classroom to home libraries.
TALENTED AUTHOR: Carter Higgins has many successful titles across multiple age groups, including Circle Under Berry, Everything You Need for a Treehouse, This is Not a Valentine, Bikes for Sale,Ā BigĀ and Small and In-Between, and Audrey LĀ and Audrey W.
Circle Under Berry
[star]ā "[V]isually striking . . .Ā positively begging to be read aloud." āKirkus Reviews, starred review
[star]ā ā[D]rawing readersā attention while achieving real grace . . .ā āPublishers Weekly,Ā starred review
ā[S]parkling and ingenious . . . positively tingles.ā āThe Wall Street JournalĀ
āA triumph of design and a beacon of possibility.ā āThe Horn Book Magazine
ā[A] striking exploration of shapes, colors, and patterns . . .ā āBooklist Reviews
Everything You Need for a Treehouse
"Get ready for your imagination to explode!" āNPRĀ Best Books of the Year
"[A] feast for the imagination." āBook Page
"This book urges adventure and creativity." āSchool Library Journal
This is Not a Valentine
"An enduring message of friendship." āSchool Library Journal
"A perfect book for kids who find the whole Valentine's Day holiday icky and overrated." āBook Riot
"Recognizes that you can don't need sugary hearts and mushy sentiment to show you care." āNewsday
"Heartwarmingly funny."Ā āEntertainment Weekly
Bikes for Sale
"Celebrates the ways in which serendipity can lead to friendship and sharing." āBooklist
"A sweet, quiet, different take on new-friendship." -āKirkus Reviews
Big and Small and In-Between
[star]ā ā[V]isually stunning and emotionally rich . . .ā āSchool Library Journal,Ā starred review
ā[A] profoundly moving, charmingly crafted picture book.ā āThe New York Times
ā[A]n abstract journey with many turns and surprises.ā āPublishers WeeklyĀ
Audrey L and Audrey W
āFunny and engaging.ā āKirkus Reviews
āThis sweet series-starter holds plenty of promise.ā āBooklist
ā[S]ensitive and gently humorous.ā āShelf Awareness
āA great addition to libraries where memorable girls like Ivy + BeanĀ and Judy MoodyĀ are popular.ā āSchool Library Journal
ā[Readers]Ā will find their sweet spot with this easy reader.ā āThe Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
Perfect for:
- Parents and grandparents seeking engaging, interactive books for kids
- Teachers, librarians, educators, and caregivers of children ranging from toddlers to emerging readers
- Classroom gift book for preschool, kindergarten,Ā art teachers
- Baby shower, birthday, and holiday gift giving
- Fans of Carter Higgins, Eric Carle, and Laura Vaccaro Seeger
- Fans of fun educational books
This book title, Some of These Are Snails, ISBN: 9781797220185, by Carter Higgins, published by Chronicle Books (May 2, 2023) is available in hardcover. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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