Digger and the Flower - by Joseph Kuefler (School And Library)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br> From the creator of "Beyond the Pond" and "Rulers of the Playground" comes a breathtaking new book with a powerful message about the environment--about a lonely construction digger that finds a flower, an encounter that ends up changing his whole world. Full color.x 10. <p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br> <p><strong>From the acclaimed author/artist of <em>Beyond the Pond</em> and <em>Rulers of the Playground</em> comes a breathtaking new book with a powerful message about the environment, perfect for fans of Peter Brown's <em>The Curious Garden</em> and Kadir Nelson's <em>If You Plant a Seed</em>.</strong> </p><p>Each day, the big trucks go to work. They scoop and hoist and push.</p><p>But when Digger discovers something growing in the rubble, he sets in motion a series of events that will change him, and the city, forever.</p><p>This story contains bold graphic illustrations and a wonderful message about the environment, proclaims Brightly in their article 18 Must-Read Picture Books of 2018.</p> <p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br> <p>Each day, the big trucks go to work. They scoop and hoist and push. </p><p>But when Digger discovers something growing in the rubble, he sets in motion a series of events that will change him, and the city, forever.</p> <p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br> "Kuefler imbues the text with the heart and soul of the best storytime fare... One couldn't hope for a better tale of rebirth and regeneration"--<em>Kirkus Reviews </em><strong>(starred review)</strong> </br></br>Praise for BEYOND THE POND: "A witty, auspicious debut...[with] echoes of Jon Klassen and Wes Anderson."--<em>Publishers Weekly</em> <strong>(starred review)</strong> </br></br>Praise for RULERS OF THE PLAYGROUND: "Children struggling with tyrants (or the impulse to dictate) will find both laughter and comfort in Kuefler's playground, full of recognizable experiences, faces, and feelings....winning satire for the jungle-gym set."--<em>Kirkus Reviews </em><strong>(starred review)</strong> </br></br>"The image of the clunky piece of construction equipment tenderly caring for the fragile plant gives the story charm, and so do its strong, simple images."--<em>Publishers Weekly</em> </br></br>Praise for BEYOND THE POND: "This lovely picture book is a tribute to imagination and the wonder in everyday spaces...will resonate with young readers."--<em>Booklist</em> </br></br>Praise for RULERS OF THE PLAYGROUND: "[A] playful lesson in camaraderie and social etiquette"--<em>Booklist</em> </br></br>"Kuefler's simply written and beautifully illustrated tale has a powerful message about the importance of the environment...A wonderful, inspiring tale, perfect for read-alouds."<br/>--School Library Journal <strong>(starred review)</strong> </br></br>Praise for BEYOND THE POND: "[A] tale of transformation and wonder...reminiscent of Sendak's Max and his Wild Things."--School Library Journal
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