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by Mark Acey, (A&S) '79, Ed '79, MA (A&S) '82 If Garfield wanted to make dinner, what dish would he fix? Lasagna cookies, of course! Would he and Odie enjoy the results? Not likely. Instead, some very strange and funny things would happen, according to author Acey, head writer for Paws, Inc. He is often the voice of cartoonist Jim Davis' lovable, exasperating feline. This colorful picture-book from the Garfield Play 'N' Learn Library -- a collection that teaches young children about such things as fire safety, thoughtfulness and friendship -- demonstrates how trouble can strike when Garfield or anyone inexperienced in the kitchen decides to cook without reading directions or following a recipe. Garfield, naturally, stirs up a "Frankencookie" -- a walking, drooling, giant Cookie Blob. To save himself and Odie from being slurped up by the monster, Garfield takes matters into his own paws ... er, jaws. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0307157288
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by April Bolton, (A&S) '75 Why can't I eat all the cookies? I mean, really, why? It's a good question, one that parents might be tempted to answer with the ubiquitous, but muddy "Because I said so." Author April Bolton has a better answer -- one firmly grounded in morality and on a level that kids can grasp. Her book, whimsically illustrated and contemporarily styled, explains how gluttony and the other six deadly sins make us lonely. And lonely is something even the tiniest tots understand. Because children's experience is limited, says the author, they rely on what they've seen and felt, not necessarily on what we've told them. With that in mind, the book conveys the essence of each misdeed in brief, tangible snapshots: "Envy is a foggy place... where what you have shrinks and fades and what your friend has grows big and bright." The lonely places are quickly followed by the cure -- seven virtues that lead us out of loneliness and into the light. Or, as Bolton would tell children: "Justice divides your peanut butter sandwich into a zillion parts." The author is a recipient of the UC Elliston Prize for Poetry. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0867164824
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by Pamela Pease, DAAP '74 Artist Pease's clever pop-up book about Louisville's famous "Run for the Roses" is a visual and informational delight. There are moveable views of Derby Day crowds, horse stalls whose doors open and close, a horse and rider that can be made to gallop, the famous Churchill Downs oval racetrack and golden winner's trophy. The designer also provides photos of a dozen Derby champions of the past, an explanation of the raising of thoroughbreds and a summary of U.S. racing traditions, including how the colorful “silks” worn by each jockey reveal the stable he or she represents. For readers who long to hear the famous bugle call that introduces the race, Pease includes a recording on a tiny CD of the authentic “Call to the Post.” As if her illustration and writing talents aren't enough, this alum has also founded her own publishing company, Paintbox Press, to monitor the production quality of her hardcover 11.5 x 11.5 volumes. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 096694335X
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by Pamela Pease, DAAP '74 Subtitled "a pop-up book for children of all ages," Pease's version of Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is a delight. Since 1924, rain or shine, the famous store on New York's Herald Square has entertained 50 million viewers at the start of the holiday shopping season. Most watch the parade on television; Pease offers a new vantage point. In colorful pop-up scenes, readers see rows of marching band members; elaborate floats led by Tom Turkey; hundreds of Macy employees as clowns, mimes and Keystone Kops; and high-flying character balloons guided by teams of Macy volunteers. When the Radio City Rockettes do their synchronized dance kicks, readers have a chance to set the pace. Pease, who owns her own publishing company, Paintbox Press, teaches a course on the art of Children's books at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0966943325
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by Kat Shehata, (A&S) '00, and Jo McElwee, RWC '97 The "noisy, stinky, playful, lazy" sea lions who make their home at Pier 39 in San Francisco star in this charming picture book, which is not just for kids. Shehata has written a concise, fact-filled text that complements McElwee's appealing paintings. The talented mother-daughter team, having earned writing and illustration certificates at UC, describes sea lions' quirky habits, favorite foods, social manners and occasional need for rescue by the nearby California Marine Mammal Center. One mystery remains: No one really knows why the world's most famous sea lion colony moved from Seal Rock, their long-time home, to San Francisco's popular tourist pier in 1989. The sea lions aren't telling. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0971784302
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by Annette Simon, DAAP '84 "Stop copying me!" A teasing game played by young children becomes a charming picture book written, designed and illustrated by Simon. A saucy redbird and spunky bluebird copy one another's chirping through the pages, then sing together to create a new song. Beginning readers will enjoy the easy text and patient adults will be entreated to read it again and again. The author's bold, colorful graphics will delight youngsters and older readers alike. Simon has earned accolades for her work at AIGA's New York book-design exhibition and received a 2006 finalist award from the Writers League of Texas. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 1894965299
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by Jack Simon, as told to his mom, Annette Simon, DAAP '84 How does a 5-year-old figure out what has happened to his little sister? It helps to have a mom like Simon, who began writing down young Jack's questions and thoughts after the death of her three-year-old daughter. Later, Jack's imaginative words inspired this brightly colored, poignant book. What does Jack have to say? He wants to ask Libby how angels grow their wings and whether he will recognize her when he gets to heaven. He wonders if she got the colored balloons he sent skyward on her birthday. Does she still love and miss him and her family? Jack remembers that Libby was unable to hug anyone or crawl around when she was alive, so he's glad to think that, now, she's free to zoom around the sky and move any way she wishes. Because Libby must know God pretty well, he asks his sister to "give him a big hug from me." Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0740729527
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by Juliann Wetz, Eve '00 Robbie, who dreams of becoming a marine like his cousin Jim, can scarcely wait for the junior "boot camp" the marine has promised for his next visit. Best friend Marshall begs to be included, but when Marshall turns out to be the better athlete, the boys' competitiveness spoils the fun. Will the friends patch up their differences in time to convince Jim to resume "boot camp?" If your kids enjoy this easy-chapter book, introduce them to another Robbie and Marshall story about a stolen camp knife, "Genuine Swiss Army." Wetz's work has appeared in children's publications, as well as area newspapers and magazines, and she has hosted writing workshops and book-signing programs in schools. To order, $4.95 plus $1.95 shipping/handling for each book to Juliann Wetz, 6099 Snow Hill Drive, Hamilton OH 45011 Order Information:
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