Books with author Laura McGee Kvasnosky

"Those true-to-life little fox sisters Zelda and Ivy return, and now a boy has moved in next door. . . . Delightfully droll, and at the same time awfully sweet." - BooklistEugene has just moved in next door, and Zelda and Ivy are happy to find a new playmate. But with three friends, it’s often two against one. Or is that one against two? Laura McGee Kvasnosky’s follow-up trio of stories starring the fabulous fox sisters takes a wry, honest look at the relationships between friends. Ideal for beginning readers - who will no doubt glimpse a little of their own lives on these lively pages.

“A gentle, humorous look at sibling dynamics. . . . Doozy up your shelves with Zelda and Ivy.” —School Library Journal (starred review)Zelda and Ivy are fox sisters with a flair for the dramatic. Their exploits unfold with plenty of sugar and sass in this spirited trio of stories. Wry and genuine, the linked episodes and expressive illustrations will strike home with beginning readers, especially those who’ve experienced the warmth—and occasional wrath—of a sibling’s attentions.

In a fresh and funny companion to the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award winner, the fox sisters team up with their friend Eugene in three spy-rific adventures.After Zelda, Ivy, and their best friend Eugene watch the new Secret Agent Fox movie (some more bravely than others), they are inspired to do a little detective work themselves. With top-secret agent names chosen and notebook in hand, they’re ready to get to the bottom of neighborhood mysteries. But when a rainstorm threatens to ruin the agents’ campout, can the three foxy friends come up with an undercover alternative? Sly humor, lively illustrations, and a genuine eye for the everyday dynamics among siblings make this a perfect choice for beginning readers, whether old fans or new.

Some may favor the proper way to howl, but what if you have a song in your heart that needs to come out? A delightful, disarmingly funny tale for little and big wolves everywhere.Little Wolf can hardly wait. Tonight he will howl at the moon to the top of the sky. First, Big Wolf demonstrates traditional howling form: AAAAAAAAAAOOOOOooooooooo. Then it’s Little Wolf’s turn. He’s sure he is ready, but when the big moment comes, something happens. Something unexpected, something wild, something unbe-beep-bop-believable! Sisters Laura McGee Kvasnosky and Kate McGee have created a wonderful story about the importance of doing things your own way and being true to your heart when it swells with wildness and joy.

Going to school can be scary, but the kids at River Bottom School make saying good-bye to Mom and Dad easy. Silly reptilian and amphibian farewells help ease the anxiety of separation that children often feel when saying good-bye at the school or day care door. Bright, cheery paintings and witty text--printed on sturdy card-stock pages in a small, easy-to-hold size--complement one another in an inviting book that youngsters will ask for time and time again.

This Candlewick Sparks title offers newly independent readers the chance to experience early fiction from one of today's most talented author-illustrators.It’s springtime, and little sister Ivy wants to prove she can keep a secret, but there are some secrets that are too good to keep. Big sister Zelda longs to play the perfect April Fool’s Day prank, but can she outsmart the clever Ivy? And will opera star hopeful Zelda be upstaged by a butterfly in the final act? Fresh and funny, full of sugar and sass, this trio of tales about everyday life with siblings and friends—a companion to the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award winner Zelda and Ivy: The Runaways—is sure to strike a chord with young readers everywhere.

“A sweet Christmas treat.” — Kirkus ReviewsChristmas is coming, and Zelda and Ivy have high hopes. Zelda longs for a fancy evening gown, and Ivy has her heart set on a Princess Mimi doll complete with ballet accessories. But when the fox sisters realize their elderly neighbor, Mrs. Brownlie, is spending Christmas alone, they have more than just their own holiday wishes to think about. Will the Christmas Elves leave something special under the tree for everyone?With favorite characters, an endearing story line, and beautiful illustrations trimmed with merry details, award-winning author-illustrator Laura McGee Kvasnosky's third book about the fabulous fox sisters has all the makings of an enduring Christmas classic.Candlewick Sparks are perfect for the newly independent reader:* Award-winning stories by top authors & illustrators* Short, engaging chapters* Vibrant illustrations* Welcoming design* Rich vocabulary

Laura McGee Kvasnosky's newest trio of stories is an entertaining and genuine look at the ups and downs of sisterhood.The fabulous fox sisters return in three fresh, funny stories perfect for beginning readers. Whether Zelda and Ivy are combating the injustice of cucumber sandwiches for lunch, deciding what to leave the children of the future in their time capsule, or solving Zelda's writer's block, they are sure to tickle the funny bones of both new and returning fans.

Zelda and Ivy discover the spirit of Christmas, in a holiday book with heart—and humor.Christmas is coming, and Zelda and Ivy have high hopes. Zelda longs for a fancy evening gown, and Ivy has her heart set on a Princess Mimi doll complete with ballet accessories. But when the fox sisters realize that their elderly neighbor, Mrs. Brownlie, is spending Christmas alone, they have more than just their own holiday wishes to think about. Will the Christmas Elves leave something special under the tree for everyone?With favorite characters, an endearing story line, and beautiful illustrations trimmed with merry details, award-winning author-illustrator Laura McGee Kvasnosky’s book about the fabulous fox sisters has all the makings of an enduring holiday classic.

Who knew that one little noise could set off a whole cacophony? In this chain-reaction story, the animal world wakes up with a squeak!Early one morning, a gentle breeze tickles the ear of a small mouse, and he wakes up with a squeak! That squeak wakes up the some chipmunks, who rattle tree branches and knock pinecones into the river. Those pinecones wake the trout, who splash around and wake up an elk on the riverbank.And so goes the story of Squeak!, a chain-reaction story set in a beautiful, rolling landscape with animals who are all woken up one by one with the rising of the sun. With lush and vivid art, and plenty of fun animal noises on each page, this story is a perfect read-aloud to wake up to--or to read any time of day.Praise for Squeak!:* "The text is melodic and vivid [and] a joy to read aloud . . . A surefire hit for storytime, one-on-one reading, and gift giving." --Booklist, *STARRED REVIEW**"This adorable circular story for young readers is a great way to start or end the day with a little humor." --SLJ, *STARRED REVIEW*"A delightful, onomatopoeic introduction to the interactive sounds of awakening animals." --Kirkus Reviews