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Books with author Kelly Dipucchio

  • Everyone Loves Cupcake

    Kelly DiPucchio, Eric Wight

    language (Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR), Sept. 6, 2016)
    Cupcake dresses to impress. Her smile is brilliant. Her wave is flawless. She even wears a tiara. Everyone loves a tiara. And Cupcake wants everyone to love her. But when she tries too hard to make everyone happy, she crumbles under the pressure and realizes that sometimes just being yourself is enough.
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  • Littles: And How They Grow

    Kelly DiPucchio, AG Ford

    Board book (Doubleday Books for Young Readers, May 14, 2019)
    Handpicked by Amazon kids’ books editor, Seira Wilson, for Prime Book Box – a children’s subscription that inspires a love of reading.In the beloved tradition of Robert Munsch’s Love You Forever and Emily Winfield Martin’s The Wonderful Things You Will Be comes a beautiful rhyming ode to babies from a New York Times bestselling author/illustrator duo—perfect for baby showers, first birthdays, and anytime babies are celebrated. In this unforgettable, squeal-filled, tear-inducing love song to babies and how quickly they grow up, author Kelly DiPucchio’s heart-tugging rhyme meets the gorgeous, dimple-cheeked, multicultural babies of illustrator AG Ford. With adorable scenes from the busy life of a "little"—peekaboo, feedings, tantrums, giggles—and a final scene that reminds us how they become big kids all too soon, this is the ideal gift for any new parent and their child.A Bank Street College of Education Best Children's Book of the YearA Carnegie Library Best Book for Babies★ "A warmhearted celebration of early childhood."—Publishers Weekly, starred review"There's plenty of room on the shelf for this celebration of the similarities and connections among all our adorable littles."—Kirkus Reviews"Will likely become the go-to baby shower gift."—School Library Journal"This tender picture book will surely resonate with the parents and families of newborns."—Booklist"Expectant families, especially those with soon-to-be older siblings, may enjoy using this sunny preview of life with the new baby to build and revel in the anticipation and excitement."—The Horn Book"Have the tissues on hand for this incredibly sweet read that's equally enjoyable for parents and kids."—ReadBrightly.com
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  • Grace for President

    Kelly DiPucchio, LeUyen Pham

    Hardcover (Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, March 6, 2012)
    A fresh, fun, and "thought-provoking" New York Times bestseller about the American electoral college and why every vote counts from bestselling and award-winning duo Kelly DiPucchio and LeUyen Pham."Where are the girls?"When Grace's teacher reveals that the United States has never had a female president, Grace decides she wants to be the nation's first and immediately jumpstarts her political career by running in her school's mock election! The race is tougher than she expected: her popular opponent declares that he's the "best man for the job" and seems to have captured the votes of all of the class's boys. But Grace is more determined than ever. Even if she can't be the best man for the job, she can certainly try to be the best person!This timely story not only gives readers a fun introduction to the American electoral system but also teaches the value of hard work, courage, independent thought--and offers an inspiring example of how to choose our leaders.
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  • Everyone Loves Bacon

    Kelly DiPucchio, Eric Wight

    eBook (Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR), Sept. 1, 2015)
    Egg loves Bacon.Lettuce loves Bacon. Waffle loves Bacon. Bacon is sizzling with popularity. And pretty much everyone thinks he is the best. That is-until Bacon's fame goes to his head. He's so busy soaking up the attention, that he soon forgets the important things in life, like friendship and family. How will it all pan out for our dashing, delicious hero?
  • Gaston

    Kelly Dipucchio

    Paperback (Simon & Schuster Childrens Books, March 10, 2016)
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  • Grace Goes to Washington

    Kelly DiPucchio, LeUyen Pham

    Hardcover (Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, Sept. 3, 2019)
    In this follow-up to the New York Times bestseller Grace for President, award-winning duo Kelly DiPucchio and LeUyen Pham present a fun, kid-friendly introduction to the branches of American government as well as the struggle and joys that comes with being a public servant."Who's in charge here?"When Grace learns about the three branches of the United States government, she and the rest of the student council put the lesson into practice as they debate how to spend the money from a school fund-raiser. The arguments continue as they travel to Washington, DC, for a field trip. Grace feels closer than ever to her dream of becoming president someday, but she and her classmates have a lot to learn about what it means to serve the needs of the people, especially when the people want such different things!This follow-up to bestseller Grace for President teaches how the U.S. government makes decisions and also what it takes to be a true public servant.
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  • Littles: And How They Grow

    Kelly DiPucchio, AG Ford

    Hardcover (Doubleday Books for Young Readers, June 13, 2017)
    In the beloved tradition of Robert Munsch’s Love You Forever and Emily Winfield Martin’s The Wonderful Things You Will Be comes a beautiful rhyming ode to babies from a New York Times bestselling author/illustrator duo—perfect for baby showers, first birthdays, and anytime babies are celebrated. In this unforgettable, squeal-filled, tear-inducing love song to babies and how quickly they grow up, author Kelly DiPucchio’s heart-tugging rhyme meets the gorgeous, dimple-cheeked, multicultural babies of illustrator AG Ford. With adorable scenes from the busy life of a "little"—peekaboo, feedings, tantrums, giggles—and a final scene that reminds us how they become big kids all too soon, this is the ideal gift for any new parent and their child.★ "a warmhearted celebration of early childhood"—Publishers Weekly, starred reviewA Bank Street College of Education 2018 Best Children's Book of the YearA Carnegie Library Best Book for Babies, 2018"There's plenty of room on the shelf for this celebration of the similarities and connections among all our adorable littles."—Kirkus"will likely become the go-to baby shower gift."—School Library Journal"this tender picture book will surely resonate with the parents and families of newborns."—Booklist"Expectant families, especially those with soon-to-be older siblings, may enjoy using this sunny preview of life with the new baby to build and revel in the anticipation and excitement."—Horn Book"Have the tissues on hand for this incredibly sweet read that's equally enjoyable for parents and kids."—ReadBrightly.com
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  • Clink

    Kelly DiPucchio, Matthew Myers

    Hardcover (Balzer + Bray, April 5, 2011)
    Clink was a state-of-the-art robot with the dazzling ability to make toast and play music at the same time. But that was many years ago.Now kids want snazzier robots who do things like play baseball and bake cookies. So day after day, Clink sits on a shelf and sadly watches as his friends leave with their new owners. He almost gives up on ever finding a home—until the day Clink spies a boy who just might be able to be the right one for him. . . .From #1 New York Times bestselling author Kelly DiPucchio and new talent Matthew Myers comes a funny and heartwarming story that lovers of Corduroy will adore.
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  • Grace for President by Kelly DiPucchio

    Kelly DiPucchio

    Paperback (Scholastic, Aug. 16, 2010)
    "Where are the girls?" When Grace's teacher reveals that the United States has never had a female president, Grace decides to be the first. And she immediately starts off her political career as a candidate the school's mock election. But soon, she realizes that she has entered a tough race. Her popular opponent claims to be the "best man for the job"--and seems to have captured all the male votes--while Grace concentrates on being the best person. In this timely story, author Kelly DiPucchio not only gives readers a fun introduction to the American electoral system, but also teaches them the value of hard work, courage, and independent thought--and offers an inspiring example of how to choose our leaders.
  • The Sandwich Swap

    Kelly DiPucchio

    Paperback (n/a, March 15, 2012)
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  • Gilbert Goldfish Wants a Pet

    Kelly DiPucchio

    Paperback (Scholastic, Aug. 16, 2012)
    Gilbert has almost everything his fishy heart could desire: a castle, a chest filled with treasure, and food that falls from the sky. But there's one BIG thing missing from his life: a pet. And so begins Gilbert's harrowing search for the perfect fishbowl companion - a search filled with loud barking, quiet buzzing, and one giant whiskered surprise! With snappy, rhythmic text and the most irresistible goldfish in picture book history, this tale of fish woe and triumph will make readers long for a pet as lovable as Gilbert.
  • Everyone Loves Cupcake

    Kelly DiPucchio, Eric Wight

    Hardcover (Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR), Sept. 6, 2016)
    Cupcake dresses to impress. Her smile is brilliant. Her wave is flawless. She even wears a tiara. Everyone loves a tiara. And Cupcake wants everyone to love her. But when she tries too hard to make everyone happy, she crumbles under the pressure and realizes that sometimes just being yourself is enough.
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