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Like a Hundred Drums
Annette Griessman, Julie Monks
Hardcover (HMH Books for Young Readers, June 12, 2006)It started quietly, with a small flutter of leaves on the old oak tree.No one noticed at first: not the wren or crow, not the cow or pig, dog or cat, not the children playing in the shade. But when the first gust of wind—full of that storm-fresh scent—reaches them, the quiet comfort of a soft summer day is about to turn into a day of wind, darkness, and loud noises from the sky.Crack! Boom! Quick, hide!Beautifully written and illustrated with radiant paintings, this spare story captures the drama, fun, and thrill of a summer thunderstorm.
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The Fire
Annette Griessman, Leonid Gore
Hardcover (Putnam Juvenile, Oct. 6, 2005)When a fire destroys her family's home, Maria believes that they have lost everything, but her Mama reminds her of everything they still have--each other--in a celebration of strength and courage that pays tribute to the dedication and bravery of firefighters everywhere.
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Jenny's Prayer
Annette Griessman, Mary Anne Lard
Hardcover (Morehouse Pub Co, Dec. 1, 1998)Jenny wants a kitten from the pet store but when she doesn't receive it after saying a prayer, she questions whether God is listening
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Like a Hundred Drums
Annette Griessman, Julie Monks
Hardcover (Houghton Mifflin, June 12, 2006)It started quietly, with a small flutter of leaves on the old oak tree.No one noticed at first: not the wren or crow, not the cow or pig, dog or cat, not the children playing in the shade. But when the first gust of wind—full of that storm-fresh scent—reaches them, the quiet comfort of a soft summer day is about to turn into a day of wind, darkness, and loud noises from the sky.Crack! Boom! Quick, hide!Beautifully written and illustrated with radiant paintings, this spare story captures the drama, fun, and thrill of a summer thunderstorm.