Amy Schwartz ist die Autorin und Illustratorin zahlreicher Kinderbilderbücher, die sich oft mit den alltäglichen Freuden und Herausforderungen der Kindheit auseinandersetzen. Ihre Arbeit zeichnet sich durch einen verspielten Stil und ein Gespür dafür aus, die Essenz von Kindererlebnissen mit Witz und Einfühlungsvermögen einzufangen. Schwartz konzentriert sich auf einfache, aber tiefgründige Momente, die bei jungen Lesern und Erwachsenen gleichermaßen Anklang finden. Durch ihre Illustrationen und Texte erschafft sie Welten, die sowohl vertraut als auch magisch sind.
From award-winning author-illustrator Amy Schwartz comes this exuberant tribute to reaching milestones of all sizes--now in board book! Say when! Count to ten! Wear a tutu! Kiss a boo-boo! From beloved author-illustrator Amy Schwartz comes a tribute to growing independence, showcasing a collection of things little ones can do on their own. They'll celebrate accomplishments big and small in this board book adaptation of 100 Things I Know How to Do.
Perfect for family storytime or emergent readers, this affectionate look at the ups and downs of preschoolers in the big city is sure to make you smile. In thirteen brief, illustrated vignettes, young Harris gets into big and little adventures at home, at his best friend Ayana's house, and throughout his diverse city neighborhood. "That's why they call permanent markers permanent," Harris' mother says as she surveys Harris and Ayana's handiwork in his bedroom. Thes short, charming tales-- all inspired by author Amy Schwartz's experiences as a parent-- capture a preschooler's sense of wonder and possibility, as well as the beauty of young friendships. With very short text supported by bright illustrations, this is an excellent storytime choice for young readers beginning to read on their own-- or a great choice to share together with the ones you love. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection A Bookpage Best Book of the Year A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year A Bank Street Best Childrens Book of the Year!
Savourer une glace, sauter à la corde, marcher dans les flaques, partager un sourire mais aussi regarder un insecte, faire des bulles, et manger une sucette. Qui n'a pas en tête tous ces petits moments de vie qui, enfants, rendaient profondément heureux ? Des petites choses simples, des gestes du quotidien, qui remplissent de joie... Ces petits instants de bonheur sont évoqués dans ce tendre imagier, illustré tout en finesse et douceur. 100 petites choses de tous les jours présentés en images, mais également en rimes : Bougies et gâteau rime avec Poisson dans l'eau Des bulles en vrac rime avec Sauter dans les flaques Un doux câlin rime avec Un insecte malin Amy Schwartz tisse un équilibre magistral entre les illustrations et le texte dans ce grand imagier à lire en famille.
Another gem from Amy Schwartz just as "charming and hilariously understated*" as ever. (*New York Times) Five fast and funny chapters of the lives of two rather unusual Tiny, an elephant with a fear of ice skating and a newfound love of knitting, and Hercules, a mouse with a heart of gold and a desire to learn to paint. As different as can be, somehow together they make the perfect team. Young readers setting out on their own with books will cheer for this funny and touching duo.