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  • Doodle Cook

    Hervé Tullet

    Paperback (Phaidon Press, Aug. 20, 2011)
    Welcome, young art-chefs - your moment has come! The tle is set and your ingredients await: an empty plate, color pens and - most important of all - your imagination! Now, add a dash of squiggles there, a handful of zig zags for flavor - and voila! Here are 17 art-recipes, created by masterchef Herve Tullet. Follow the recipes and learn how to create a scribble sandwich, a thousand layer cake and chef's surprise - and then add your own decoration to taste.
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  • Rufus: The Bat Who Loved Colors

    Tomi Ungerer

    Hardcover (Phaidon Press, Sept. 7, 2015)
    Tomi Ungerer's classic tale about a bat who learns to embrace his differences through friendship.Like all bats, Rufus sees life in black and white, until he chances upon an outdoor movie theatre and is awakened to the dazzling world of colours for the first time. Inspired and excited, Rufus paints his own wings and ventures out into the day, only to discover that his unusual appearance attracts unwelcome attention. Though he is initially rejected for his difference, Rufus soon learns to accept himself for who he is, thanks to a new friend.First published in 1961, this classic story of difference and acceptance is as relevant today.Beautifully written and illustrated by the internationally acclaimed author and illustrator, Tomi Ungerer, winner of the prestigious Hans Christian Anderson Award for children's literature.A picture book for ages 3–6.
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  • Brick: Who Found Herself in Architecture

    Joshua David Stein

    Hardcover (Phaidon Press, June 15, 2018)
    A young brick goes on a journey to find her place in the world by visiting ten celebrated brick structures around the globeWhen Brick was just a baby, tall buildings amazed her. Her mother said, "Great things begin with small bricks. Look around and you'll see."Brick's observations begin at home and then extend globally as she travels to a diverse list of brick structures ? Malbork Castle in Poland, Mahabodhi Buddhist Temple in India, Grosvenor Estate apartments in England, and more ? all the while pondering where she may end up. With a tender and timeless text by Joshua David Stein and architectural line art by Julia Rothman, this tribute to becoming part of something greater serves children and adults alike.
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  • Nicholas

    René Goscinny, Jean-Jacques Sempé

    Hardcover (Phaidon Press, June 14, 2005)
    This collection of stories focuses on the whimsical adventures and misadventures of little Nicolas and his friends at school and at play.
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  • Tomi Ungerer: A Treasury of 8 Books

    Tomi Ungerer

    Hardcover (Phaidon Press, Oct. 24, 2016)
    Eight classic picture books by the legendary author, brought together in one lavish slipcased volumeThis glorious treasury brings together eight iconic tales by Tomi Ungerer, featuring well-known classics (The Three Robbers, Moon Man, Otto), acclaimed recent works (Fog Island), and lost gems (Zeralda's Ogre, Flix, The Hat, and Emile), some of which are being published for the first time in 50 years! Special features include a personal letter from Tomi, new quotes and anecdotes about each story, an exclusive interview, photos and previously unpublished materials from the making of some of his most celebrated works, such as storyboards, sketches, photographs, and images that inspired him.
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  • Twinkle, Twinkle, ABC: A Mixed-up, Mashed-up Melody

    Barney Saltzberg, Fred Benaglia

    Board book (Phaidon Press, Oct. 2, 2017)
    A musical mash-up for the toddler set that will bring them to their feet! ... until it's time to sleep.Veteran children's book author and singer/ songwriter Barney Saltzberg has created a classic sing-aloud book with enduring appeal! Though "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star" and "The Alphabet Song" follow the same exact tune, never before has a children's book mashed up these two quintessential songs of childhood. The lyrics are seamlessly woven together and enriched with cameos by high-flying birds, a twirling cow, a growling bear, a banjo, and a tree swaying in the wind. Benaglia's whimsical art brings a Seussian feel and a visual narrative that leads the reader right... into... bed.
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  • The Game of Finger Worms

    Hervé Tullet

    Hardcover (Phaidon Press, March 30, 2011)
    "A fun and interactive game of finger puppets for young children.To play this interactive game, all you need is the tip of your finger. Take a pen and draw on two eyes and a mouth. . . and there you have it, your very own finger worm!"
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  • Book of Bones: 10 Record-Breaking Animals

    Gabrielle Balkan, Sam Brewster

    Hardcover (Phaidon Press, Sept. 18, 2017)
    It's a book of world records... of bones! Guess whose bones are the longest, shortest, heaviest, spikiest, and more. With touchable skeletons!An International Literacy Association Teachers' Choice Title (2018)A Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading List Title (2019)Ten record-breaking animal bones are introduced through a series of superlatives set up as a guessing game with clues. Readers examine animals' skeletons and guess to whom they belong; the answers are revealed in vibrant, full-color scenic habitats, with easily understood — and humorous — explanations. This entertaining introduction to the connection between animal bones (anatomy) and behavior is playful, relatable, and includes touch-and-feel finishes that bring the bones to life!
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  • The Silver Spoon for Children New Edition: Favorite Italian Recipes

    Amanda Grant, Harriet Russell

    Hardcover (Phaidon Press, Sept. 25, 2019)
    On the 10th anniversary of its first publication, a new edition of this bestselling collection of quick, wholesome, easy-to-make Italian dishes for kids to prepareFollowing the global success of the first edition of The Silver Spoon for Children (adapted especially for children from the most influential Italian cookbook of the last 50 years), and to mark the 10-year anniversary of its publication, this newly designed edition presents a fresh, easy-to use layout. Kids will love to cook and eat the authentic regional Italian dishes - chosen by a nutritional specialist for their simple instructions, achievability, and balanced nutrition. With its charming specially commissioned illustrations, a lively layout, and bright and tempting photographs of the finished dishes, this book is sure to please budding cooks in kitchens around the world.
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  • What's Cooking?

    Joshua David Stein, Julia Rothman

    Hardcover (Phaidon Press, Oct. 25, 2017)
    A whimsical read-aloud of delicious answers to ridiculous questions about what can — and cannot — be done in the kitchen!Food critic and author Joshua David Stein tackles the world of cookery with his signature quirk and charm. From the practical ("Can I fry a scoop of gelato?") to the playful ("Do frozen peas grow on frozen trees?"), each vignette features an engaging question and a satisfying reveal, all revolving around the preparation of food. The simple yet sophisticated hand-drawings by Julia Rothman provide authenticity and a balance of seriousness to the silliness at hand. Incorporating humor, word play, logic and illogic, foreign foods, and even some cookbook vocabulary, this read-aloud book offers children facts to share and maybe even the impetus to get involved in the kitchen!
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  • Seeing Stars: A Complete Guide to the 88 Constellations

    Sara Gillingham

    Hardcover (Phaidon Press, Nov. 19, 2018)
    A graphically stunning, comprehensive introduction to the constellationsThis artful and accessible introduction to constellations equips readers with the information they need to locate, name, and explain all 88 internationally recognized constellations. Each cluster of stars is featured alongside the "story" (mythological or historical) behind its naming, tips on how to find it, what times of year it is visible, and key stars and asterisms within its grouping. Complete with star maps and a glossary, this keepsake volume of visual reference and beauty is perfect for inquisitive young stargazers. Colors are brighter than they appear - printed in pure Pantones. Book jacket features foil stamping and laser-cut pinholes.Ages 7-10
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  • Nicholas

    René Goscinny, Jean-Jacques Sempé

    Paperback (Phaidon Press, March 30, 2011)
    Follows Nicholas as he runs away, buys his mother a birthday gift, and worries about showing his parents his report card.
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