Books with author Susan L Roth

"It's time for bed, Princess!" A little girl, whose mother tells her it's time for bed, imagines what it would be like if she were really Princess and the grownups were throwing a big party in her honor. Her fantasies include a midnight swim, dress-up, dancing, wearing polka dots, stripes and jewels, and eating candied violets. A sequel to Susan L. Roth's popular, Princess, this is a colorful romp illustrated with sparkling, highly textured collages and unforgettable characters.

A unique day-in-the-life look at a real girl named Kristen who works as an ironworkers apprentice on some of New York City's tallest buildings. Following Kristen around the construction site, readers will learn what tools the workers use, how they use them, and how they work as a team. With a fascinating variety of materials, labels, and photographs from an actual site where Kristen worked, Susan L. Roth has created a masterpiece of creative collage-and an eye-popping learning experience for readers of all ages.

Light comes to the world in this bold adaptation of a Cherokee myth. After other animals fail to snatch a bit of the sun to relieve the darkness, the lowly Spider begins the long journey to bring light back to her people. Strikingly original collage illustrations and delicately cadenced language tell a marvelous story. 1990 Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies.

Did you know that once upon a time, about 8 million years ago, guinea pigs weren't sweet, cute, or little?We all know about the enormous dinosaurs that used to roam the earth, but millions of years ago, there were GREAT BIG GUINEA PIGS, too!During a bedtime story, one little guinea pig learns all about his very big ancestors, and how guinea pigs evolved into the lovable pets we have today. This fun and factual picture book by Susan Roth features richly textured cut-paper illustrations that bring to life the story of the great, big, prehistoric guinea pig.

My love for you is . . . warmer than a snowsuit in January, sweeter than heart-shaped chocolates in February, gentler than a newborn lamb in March. In this companion to the bestselling My Love for You, two mice celebrate their love for the seasons and each other. Beautifully illustrated with Susan Roth's cut paper collages, My Love for You All Year Round is perfect for little ones who are learning about the months of the year. With its cozy trim and warm message, here is a treat for readers of all sizes-for Valentine's Day and all year round.