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This Is Not a Picture Book

Hardback

Main Details

Title This Is Not a Picture Book
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Sergio Ruzzier
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:40
Dimensions(mm): Height 235,Width 199
ISBN/Barcode 9781452129075
ClassificationsDewey:813.6
Audience
Preschool (0-5)

Publishing Details

Publisher Chronicle Books
Imprint Chronicle Books
Publication Date 3 May 2016
Publication Country United States

Description

In this quirky yet sweet picture book about the joy and power of reading, Duck learns that even books without pictures can be fun.

Author Biography

Sergio Ruzzier has written and illustrated many picture books. Born in Milan, Italy, he has been living in Brooklyn, New York since 1995. He was a recipient of the 2011 Sendak Fellowship.

Reviews

"A book about learning to read. offers gentle empathy for kids tackling this intimidating task.-Publishers Weekly, starred review "An affirmation of the transformative power of reading.-Kirkus Reviews, starred review A fun picture book about the beauty of words.--GeekDad A pitch for reading-a magic act that turns words into pictures.-The Horn Book Cleverly invites new readers into an enticing world of discovery.-Booklist Effectively demonstrates the magic of reading and the power of imagination.-School Library Journal, starred review New York Times Notable Book of the Year Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year Read. Share. Repeat. This one is a joy.--Julie Danielson, Kirkus Reviews Sweet, profound book... pays a sneaky tribute to the power of words and pictures to work together. Brilliant endpapers.--The New York Times The Huffington Post Best Picture Books of the Year