“Don’t hope, cope.” Tomi Ungerer’s final masterpiece “Nonstop” shows that survival itself can become our greatest source of hope. A profound picture book that speaks to uncertain times.

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Ever wonder why the most prestigious award in children's book illustration is called the Caldecott Medal?

"To me, his work heralds the beginning of the modern picture book."
- Maurice Sendak

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So I’ve spent the past few months in hibernation and now I’m ready to start a new, refocused newsletter. Picture Book Maker(s), a newsletter about exploring picture books and their makers, examining both craft and story. #kidlit #picturebooks

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A short story from the titles of the picture books I read this week.

In a land far, far away, dinosaurs danced to the sound of 88 instruments. A bus arrived with a new monster who couldn't wait to join, while a spider spun a web nearby, longing to join.

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“Deep within the pages, Marco discovered the meaning of love. As he read a ringing telephone interrupted, a "Shh' from the distance silenced the room. Marco enjoyed the renewed silence.”

Stories from stories! Check out 5 books next in line from the local library!

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