When Rosie Walks George

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Product Details
Price
$17.99  $16.73
Publisher
Two Lions
Publish Date
Pages
40
Dimensions
9.2 X 10.1 X 0.5 inches | 1.01 pounds
Language
English
Type
Hardcover
EAN/UPC
9781542018555

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About the Author

Amy Hest has written many acclaimed children's books, including the New York Times bestseller Kiss Good Night, illustrated by Anita Jeram; The Reader, illustrated by Lauren Castillo; and Sometimes It's Nice to Be Alone, illustrated by Philip Stead. A three-time winner of the prestigious Christopher Award and a winner of the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award, she lives in New York City. Learn more at www.amyhest.com.

Taeeun Yoo has twice received the prestigious New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book Award. She has illustrated many books, including Strictly No Elephants by Lisa Mantchev, which has been published in fourteen countries. The New York Times called it a "sunny, smart, tongue-in-cheek tale." She is also the illustrator of Kitten and the Night Watchman by John Sullivan, which received five starred reviews and was named a best book of the year by many publications. Her other books include So Many Days and Only a Witch Can Fly, both by Alison McGhee, and Round by Joyce Sidman. Taeeun was also the recipient of the Ezra Jack Keats Award and the Society of Illustrators' Founders Award. She lives in South Korea with her family.
Reviews

"[A] treat...Hest's text is tender and supportive." --The New York Times

"In a series of moving spreads, it's George who sits vigil all night long at the water's edge when Rosie's ball washes out to sea, and George who returns it to her the next morning. In this tender day-to-day portrait about caretaking across every stage of life, the creators follow George as carefully and lovingly as he watches Rosie." --Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"Gentle and comforting." --Kirkus Reviews

"From the simple, well-chosen words of the narrative to the understated but essential connection between the old dog and the young child who care for each other, the book draws listeners in with its heartfelt tale and lovable main characters. Fresh and airy as a summer day by the sea, the digital illustrations portray the main characters and the seaside setting vividly. A satisfying picture book." --Booklist

"Sensory language, skillful pacing, and small satisfying moments of repetition immerse children in a story that defies predictability...The wonderful narrative is paired with lovely illustrations that evoke the seashore and a loving, multiracial family." --Cooperative Children's Book Center