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Carnivores - by Aaron Reynolds (Hardcover)

Carnivores - by  Aaron Reynolds (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>A lion, a great white shark, and a timber wolf, all meat-eaters who have been hurt by the cruelty of plant-eaters, form a support group which has limited success until their newest member, a great horned owl, shares some advice. Full color.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><i>The lion is king of the jungle!<br>The great white shark is sovereign of the seas!<br>The timber wolf is emperor of the forests!</i> <p/>But . . . it's lonely at the top of the food chain. It's difficult to fit in when plant eaters can be so cruel--just because you ate a relative of theirs that one time! What's a carnivore to do? Aaron Reynolds's roaringly funny text is perfectly paired with Dan Santat's mouthwatering illustrations, creating a toothsome book that's sure to stand out from the herd.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>An irreverent, toothsome tale championing self acceptance.--Jama Kim Rattigan, Alphabet Soup Blog<br><br>Irreverent and decidedly Darwinian humor pioneered by the likes of Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith . spoofing everything from foodie trends to self-actualization.--Publishers Weekly, starred review<br><br>The underlying theme for young readers, of course, is being yourself and accepting who you are.--Reading Today<br><br>Will be a favorite for rowdy read-alouds. chuckle-inducing from cover to cover.-School Library Journal<br><br>Will young readers swallow such a tongue-in-cheek take on the importance of self-acceptance? With relish.--Kirkus Reviews<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Aaron Reynolds has written many delicious books for kids including the Caldecott Honor Book <i>Creepy Carrots</i>. Though Aaron spent six years as a vegetarian, he is now a committed carnivore. He lives in Chicago. <p/>Dan Santat is the illustrator of many acclaimed books and the creator of Disney's animated hit <i>The Replacements</i>. He lives in Southern California with his wife, two kids, a rabbit, a bird, and one cat.

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