Friday, February 8, 2008

New Children's Books

Gallop! A Scanimation Picture Book - Rufus Butler Seder
Rhyming text asks if the reader can move like a variety of animals. Striped acetate overlays on board pages give illustrations the illusion of movement.




Apples - Jacqueline Farmer
Describes the cultivation and uses of apples.

Glass Slipper, Gold Sandal: A Worldwide Cinderella - Paul Fleischman
The author draws from a variety of folk traditions to put together this version of Cinderella, including elements from Mexico, Iran, Korea, Russia, Appalachia, and more.

At Gleason's Gym - Ted Lewin
Describes the visitors and activities which go on at Gleason's gym in Brooklyn, where famous boxers such as Muhammed Ali trained.

Golden Legacy - Leonard S. Marcus
Presents a history of Golden Books, discussing how it was founded in the midst of World War II, provided quality books at inexpensive prices, and used innovative writers and marketing techniques to establish itself as a highly successful publishing firm.

Ballerina Dreams - Lauren Thompson
True story of five little girls with cerebral palsy or other physical disabilities who were determined to become ballerinas.

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