Mapping Sam

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Product Details
Price
$18.99  $17.66
Publisher
Greenwillow Books
Publish Date
Pages
40
Dimensions
9.4 X 10.8 X 0.3 inches | 0.8 pounds
Language
English
Type
Hardcover
EAN/UPC
9780062741226

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About the Author
Joyce Hesselberth is an illustrator, designer, and instructor. Along with her husband, she is the co-founder of Spur Design, and her work has been recognized by American Illustration, Society of Illustrators, and the Art Directors' Club of New York, among others. Her educational apps, PrestoBingo Shapes and PrestoBingo Colors, are available in the iTunes store.
Reviews
"First readers explore a neighborhood map of the feline's initial travels before embarking on a journey that will take them to the edge of the universe and back...An eye-catching introduction to maps, charts, and diagrams for the youngest of cartographers."--School Library Journal (starred review)
"The flow of the story is smooth, and the introduction of each new piece of cartography feels organic. Hesselberth's artwork...is clear and will show well in large groups. ...A winning choice for just about anywhere that's on a map."--Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
"After Sam the cat's family is asleep, she slips out the back door. Where does the orange tabby go? With the help of a map, children see her path. Hesselberth uses this opportunity to explain the purposes of maps and their characteristics. ..Sam takes mapping in many delightful directions."--ALA Booklist
"For kids who like their days filled with observation and information, this cozy nocturnal adventure may be their ideal bridge to bedtime."--Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books