Robins! - by Eileen Christelow (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>From the bestselling creator of the Five Little Monkeys, this accessible and surprisingly dramatic story about the life cycle and habits of robins features comic-book panels and stunning painterly illustrations, and is enhanced with back matter containing additional facts and tidbits about our most beloved and familiar bird.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Robins are the most familiar and beloved of all birds, found throughout North America and celebrated as one of the first signs of spring. But there's a lot about them that most people don't know! In this visually stunning picture book that features comic-book panels combined with painterly illustrations, Eileen Christelow tells the story of two young robins' first year, and reveals plenty of little-known facts that are sure to captivate young naturalists. Narrated with humor and filled with kid-pleasing details, this fascinating account of how robins grow up includes an Author's Note, Glossary, More About Robins, and Sources.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><i>USA TODAY</i> says ★★★★ stars. "Stuffed with information, much of it fascinating and likely to be a surprise even to adult readers." <p/> ★ "Fresh and inviting, here's the go-to book for children curious about robins." --<i>Booklist</i>, starred review <p/> "A glossary and other details about robins conclude this insightful study of an unflashy but fascinating bird." --<i>Publishers Weekly</i> <p/> "...as infectious as the ubiquitous bird's own 'Cheerily-cheerily, cheerily-cheerup, cheerup!<b>'"</b> --<i>Kirkus</i> <p/> ★ "Christelow's accurate illustrations are action filled and make excellent use of panels to depict multiple perspectives on bird poses and behavior, as well as moment-by-moment events..." --<i>Horn Book</i>, starred review <p/><b>Praise for <i>Vote!</i></b> <p/> ★ "It's hard to imagine a more accessible introduction to voting. . . . Whimsical and creative . . . vote aye on this one." <i>--Booklist, </i> starred review <p/> "Well-executed . . . accessible." <i>--Publishers Weekly</i> <p/> "Colorful, comical illustrations . . . light, yet informative tone. . . . This accessible and appealing title deserves a place in all collections." <i>--School Library Journal</i> <p/> "Brisk and engaging." <i>--The Washington Post</i><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Eileen Christelow</b> has written and illustrated numerous picture books, including the best-selling Five Little Monkeys series and the fun and informative election-year favorite, <i>Vote!</i> She lives with her husband in Dummerston, Vermont. Visit her website at www.christelow.com. <br>
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