Books with author Amy Bates

This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have occasional errors that do not impede the reading experience. We believe this work is culturally important and have elected to bring the book back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide.

From the acclaimed author and illustrator of The Big Umbrella comes a delightful celebration of creativity and gumption about a girl and her panda that’s Calvin and Hobbes meets If You Give a Mouse a Cookie!Sometimes when they say to draw a perfect circle, mine turn out a little wonky. I can draw a perfect fluffy cloud, a perfect scoop of ice cream, and a perfect flat tire. So when I draw a panda, I keep drawing more and more not-perfect circles until I see a panda. Then I step back and think, Does it need something else? He probably needs a hat, and then he is my panda. When a girl draws a panda, it comes to life and helps her embrace her own creativity and unique way of seeing the world.

This book is meant for children of ages from 5 to 8 years. Who doesn't love a puppy? And few occasions are more exciting for a child than bringing home a new puppy. Here is a book and frame set that will let young pet owners capture early memories with their puppy. With simple questions, plenty of space for writing and lots of room for photographs and drawings, this book will become a lasting record of the special relationship between child and dog. The book cover has a slot for a photo so that it can be personalized by each child. And there's also a stand-alone "best friends" picture frame to showcase a photograph of child and puppy.