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The New York Times Best Illustrated Children’s Books of 2015!

Best Books of the Year, 2015: Amazon.com, Publisher’s Weekly & Kirkus Reviews

Parents’ Choice Award – Gold Medal

7 Foreign Editions

Busy Baby: Friends Busy Baby: Trucks

From the bestselling author of the In My series, Sara Gillingham!

“Energetic and playful.” – Kirkus Reviews

“Darling!” – Imagination Soup

“Makes turning a baby’s frown into a smile as simple as can be.” – Publishers Weekly

Flora and the Peacocks

From the illustrator of Caldecott Honor book Flora and the Flamingo!

4 Foreign Editions

Over 140,000 copies sold!

Coming soon: Counting with Flora and the Chicks and Opposites with Flora and the Ostrich!

I Can Dance I Can Play

30,000 copies sold to date!

Amazon Best Book of the Month!

Amazon Best of the Year 2015!

“…a good choice for toddler board-book collections.” – Kirkus Reviews

Gena/Finn

From award-winning author Hannah Mos-cowitz (Gone Gone Gone and Teeth)

“Vividly portrays the minute-to-minute nature of modern communication.” – Publishers Weekly

“It’s very satisfying to see this moment in fandom and Internet-originating relationships so capably represented.”

—Kirkus Reviews

Rude Cakes

By Ezra Jack Keats Book Award – New Illustrator Honor Rowboat Watkins!

Amazon Best Book of the Month-June, Kids Picture Books 3-5

3 Foreign Editions

“… hilarious … and gently laced with an important lesson.” – School Library Journal, starred review

Letters to Me, When I Grow Up

One of Oprah’s Favorite Things in 2015!

Over 500,000 copies sold across the series

3 Foreign Editions

Coming soon: Letters to Open When… and Letters to the Bride

This Is Not A Picture Book

By 2011 Sendak Fellowship recipient Sergio Ruzzier!

4 Foreign Editions sold!

Celebrates the power of words & the joy of reading

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CHRONICLE BOOKS

Books for Babies

ANIMAL FRIENDS: FARM ANIMAL FRIENDS: JUNGLEBy Junzo Terada

These innovative board books feature shaped, die-cut pages, plus 3 interactive flaps on the final spread. In Farm, farm animals gather their band together at the barn for a “hoe down” dance and musical performance. In Jungle, jungle animals gather their friends together on a sunny day for a swim party. After all, celebrations are better when we’re all together!

Die-cut board book with 3 flaps, 18 x 23 cm, 10 pages, ages 0-2, 75 words, $9.99, Spring 2017, Film/TV Rights Available

COZY CLASSICSBy Jack and Holman Wang

Every classic book in the series is condensed to twelve child-friendly words—accompanied by beautiful hand-felted illustrations—that accurately and humorously summarize each book’s plot. Here are the Great Books of Western Literature for toddlers and their parents in board book form—a little bit serious, a little bit ironic, entirely funny and clever, and always a welcome gift. Upcoming Titles:

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

Emma

Jane Eyre

Les Misérables

The Nutcracker

Oliver Twist

The Wizard of Oz

Board book, 14 x 19 cm, 24 pages, full-color photos, all ages, 12 words, $9.95 each, Fall 2016 & Spring 2017

COUNTING WITH FLORA AND THE CHICKSOPPOSITES WITH FLORA AND THE OSTRICHIllustrated by Molly Idle

Sturdy pages and adorable artwork combine in this delightful early learning series with Flora, the darling, dancing star of the Caldecott honor book Flora and the Flamingo! In COUNTING, a basket of eggs begins to hatch, how will Flora ever keep up with this many chicks? In OPPOSITES, a new feathered friend seems completely different from her, can Flora find some common ground?

Board book, 17 x 17 cm, 22 pages, ages 0-2, 10 words, $9.99 each, Spring 2017

MASHABy Suzy Ultman

Meet Masha and her sisters in this charming die-cut novelty board book inspired by Russian nesting dolls. Each spread introduces one doll and her interests. Culminating in a satisfying finale, the nestled dolls reinforce the sweet message: they may be different, but still they all fit together.

Board book w/ two spines, die-cut pages, 18 x 23 cm, 10 pages, ages 0-2, 50 words, $9.99, Spring 2017, Film/TV Rights Available

MOTHER GOOSE BOARD BOOKSIllustrated by Sylvia Long

No childhood is complete without Mother Goose! This beautiful box contains four sturdy board books, just the right size for little hands. Illustrated by award-winning artist Sylvia Long, this collection is sure to be loved now and cherished forever.

4 board books in a box, 7 x 7 cm, in a 15 x 15 cm box, 10 pages, ages 0-2, 100 words, $14.99, Fall 2016, Film/TV Rights Available

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MY LITTLE CITIES: LONDONMY LITTLE CITIES: NEW YORKBy Jennifer AdamsIllustrated by Greg Pizzoli

From the author of the popular BabyLit series and beloved Geisel Award–winning illustrator Greg Pizzoli comes a sweet and fresh new board book series, each volume focuses on a different major city around the world. Sweet text and bright pictures bring cities to life for babies on the go, or babies who prefer to do their sightseeing from a cozy spot on a lap.

Board book, 18 x 18 cm, 22 pages, ages 0-2, 30 words, $9.99 each, Spring 2017

PEEK-A CHOO-CHOO!By Nina Laden

Nina Laden’s Peek-A-Who? has sold more than a million copies. Now readers who love trains, boats and other ways of getting around can join in the fun. Read, guess the riddle, laugh. . . repeat!

Board book, 13 x 13 cm, 22 pages, ages 0-2, 15 words, $6.99, Fall 2016

Picture Books

BARKUS By Patricia MacLachlanIllustrated by Marc Boutavant

There’s a new dog on the block! Meet Barkus. Barkus is curious. Barkus is loyal. Barkus is full of energy. And Barkus is ready for all kinds of adventures with his new owner, Nicky. Inspired by the real-life antics of a neighborhood dog, the simple text told in short chapters is just right for readers ready to take their first steps toward reading on their own.

Jacketed hardcover, 18 x 20 cm, 56 pages, ages 6-9, 1555 words, $14.99, Spring 2017

BECAUSE OF AN ACORNBy Lola M. and Adam SchaeferIllustrated by Frann Preston-Gannon

Because of an acorn, a tree grows, a bird nests, a seed becomes a flower. Enchanting die-cuts illustrate the vital connections between the layers of an ecosystem in this magical book. Wander down the forest path to learn how every tree, flower, plant, and animal connect to one another in spiraling circles of life. An acorn is just the beginning.

Jacketed hardcover, 20 x 20 cm, 36 pages, ages 5-8, 841 words, $16.99, Fall 2016, Film/TV Rights Available

THE BRILLIANT DEEP: REBUILDING THE WORLD’S CORAL REEFS The Story of Ken Nedimyer and the Coral Restoration Foundation By Kate MessnerIllustrated by Matthew Forsythe

All it takes is one: one coral gamete to start a colony, one person to make a difference, one idea to change the world. The ongoing efforts to save and rebuild the world’s coral reefs—with hammer and glue, and grafts of newly-grown coral—are the living legacy of Ken Nedimyer. Kate Messner and Matthew Forsythe tell the true story of the coral restoration pioneer in this brilliant tribute to the wonders of nature and the power of human ingenuity.


BUNNY SLOPESBy Claudia Rueda

Time to tackle the bunny slope! Shake to help Bunny make it snow, tilt to help Bunny ski down the slope, and turn to help Bunny escape a cliff in his path. Is there any obstacle Bunny can’t conquer? Claudia Rueda’s innovative bookmaking is as entertaining as the twists and turns of a ski slope—and as satisfying as a cozy cup of hot cocoa.

Jacketed hardcover, 22 x 20 cm, 60 pages, 3-color illustrations, ages 3-5, 200 words, $15.99, Fall 2016, Film/TV Rights Available

Illustration from How to Be a Heroby Florence Parry Heide

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CHARLIE AND MOUSEBy Laurel SnyderIllustrated by Emily Hughes

Meet Charlie and Mouse! Join them in their very first book as they talk to lumps, take the neighborhood to a party, sell some rocks, and invent the bedtime banana. With imagination and humor, Laurel Snyder and Emily Hughes paint a lively picture of brotherhood in four irresistible stories that readers will relish.

Jacketed hardcover, 18 x 20 cm, 48 pages, 1000 words, ages 5-8, $14.99, Spring 2017

EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR A TREEHOUSEBy Carter Higgins Illustrated by Emily Hughes

Treehouses are for wonder. Treehouses are for snacks. Treehouses are for whispers and snickers and echoes. Treehouses are for everyone. This lyrical, magical work of art from debut picture book author Carter Higgins and acclaimed illustrator Emily Hughes celebrates the universal wonder of the treehouse and all the adventures that live among branches.

Jacketed hardcover, 20 x 28 cm, 40 pages, 515 words, ages 3-5, $16.99, Spring 2017, Film/TV Rights Available

A FUNNY THING HAPPENED AT THE MUSEUM…By Davide CaliIllustrated by Benjamin Chaud

Benjamin Chaud and Davide Cali are back! This time, the unreliable hero from I Didn’t Do My Homework Because… is actually doing his homework—writing about a class field trip to a museum. But what really happened that day? Is this unforgettable field trip to be believed? The truth, yet again, is delightfully up for grabs in this action-packed, laugh-out-loud adventure.

Hardcover, 15 x 20 cm, 44 pages, ages 6-9, 300 words, $12.99, Spring 2017

GOODNIGHT, GOODNIGHT, CONSTRUCTION SITE: SUPERCREWBy Sherri Duskey RinkerIllustrated by Tom Lichtenheld

Down in the big construction site, five trucks wake to the morning light! They’re eager to get underway. There’s a brand new job to start today . . . But this new job is the biggest they’ve ever seen, and Excavator, Bulldozer, Crane Truck, Dump Truck, and Cement Mixer will need the help of new construction friends to get it done. Together, there’s nothing they can’t do! Playful rhyming text and vibrant illustrations by the bestselling team behind Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site make this book a surefire favorite for construction fans everywhere.

Jacketed hardcover, 25 x 25 cm, 32 pages, ages 2-4, 690 words, $16.99, Spring 2017, Film/TV Rights Available

HOW TO BE A HEROBy Florence Parry HeideIllustrated by Chuck Groenink

Once upon a time, there was a nice boy and his name was Gide-on. He lived in a nice house, and he had nice parents and lots of toys. But Gideon wasn’t satisfied. He wanted to be a hero. You know, a hero, with his name on the front page of the newspa-per. So how does anyone get to be a hero, anyway? With wry humor, Florence Parry Heide and Chuck Groenink explore how we choose our idols in a witty story that leaves the real nature of heroism for the reader to decide.

Jacketed hardcover, 25 x 24 cm, 40 pages, ages 5-8, 840 words, $16.99, Fall 2016

LOVE ISBy Diane Adams Illustrated by Claire Keane

Love is holding something fragile, tiny wings and downy head. Love is noisy midnight feedings, shoe box right beside the bed. It’s peaceful sleeping, no more peeping, tucked in tightly, head to toes. Love is waking up together, side by side, and beak to nose. A girl and a duckling share a tender, funny year together as both grow in their understanding of what it is to care for another, to teach it, and to set it free.


Illustration from My Little CitiesBy Greg Pizzoli

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By Junzo Terada

MINEBy Jeff Mack

A master of deceptively simple picture books, Jeff Mack here uses a single word—“MINE!”—to create a hilarious and thought-provoking story about sharing and collaboration with an unexpected ending that will leave readers laughing and guessing what happens next.


NIGHT PLAYBy Lizi Boyd

Winner of the Bologna Ragazzi Award for Fiction, Lizi Boyd brings her imaginative touch to this sweet and visually stunning story about a little boy, his animal friends, and the mischief they get up to when the lights go out.


OVER AND UNDER THE PONDBy Kate Messner Illustrated by Christopher Silas Neal

Over the pond, the water is a mirror, reflecting the sky. But under the pond is a hidden world of minnows darting, beavers diving, tadpoles growing. These and many other secrets are waiting to be discovered . . . over and under the pond.


PAPASAURUSBy Stephan Lomp

A companion to the recently published Mamasaurus, this colorful and reassuring picture book follows Babysaurus as he enlists his prehistoric friends to find his Papasaurus. Is his Papasaurus the fastest in the jungle? No. Is he the loudest? No. Is he the best flyer? No! Of course when Babysaurus needs a little help, Papasaurus is right there to encourage him. Because for Babysaurus his Papasaurus is the best in the world!


PETE WITH NO PANTSBy Rowboat Watkins

Rowboat Watkins was a Sendak Fellow, and his work reflects the legendary children’s book creator’s subversive yet accessi-ble imagination. Here the inquisitive Pete is on a quest to find out just what he is. He has two clues: he is gray and he is not wearing pants. Is he a boulder? A squirrel? A pigeon? A cloud? Join his journey to find out.


PLANET KINDERGARTEN: 100 DAYS IN ORBITBy Sue Ganz-SchmittIllustrated by Shane Prigmore

Log: Day 100. We have mastered many skills on our journey, but today is a new milestone. There have been: 100 roll calls. 100 songs. 100 challenging days full of exploration and triumph! Celebrate the 100th Day with this clever book, and suit up for another daring adventure as our hero and his team continue their mission to explore and conquer PLANET KINDERGARTEN.


SLEEP TIGHT FARMA Farm Prepares for WinterBy Eugenie Doyle Illustrated by Becca Stadtlander

The December days shorten and darken. All year long the farm has worked to shelter us, feed us, keep us warm, and now it’s time to sleep. Snug against the cold, the farm prepares for winter’s rest and spring’s new growth to come. In this enchant-ing book, Eugenie Doyle and Becca Stadtlander paint a warm picture of what winter means to the farm year and the family that shares its seasons.


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From Double HappinessBy Nancy Tupper Ling

Illustrated by Alina Chau

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This is how I play

JAPANI play Koori oni (Freeze Tag)

with friends on the playground by my house

RUSS IAI play hockey with my team

almost every day after school

UGANDAI like to jump rope with

friends from school

This is how I play

JAPANI play Koori oni (Freeze Tag)

with friends on the playground by my house

RUSS IAI play hockey with my team

almost every day after school

UGANDAI like to jump rope with

friends from school

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THEY ALL SAW A CATBy Brendan Wenzel

In simple, rhythmic prose and ingeniously stylized pictures, Brendan Wenzel takes young readers on a walk alongside a cat. But is this really a story about the cat, or is it about the crea-tures that see it? Poised to become a new classic, this book is a glorious celebration of observation, curiosity, and imagination from a bright new talent on the picture book scene.

Hardcover, 28 x 23 cm, 44 pages, ages 3-5, 214 words, $16.99, Fall 2016

THINGS TO DOBy Elaine MagliaroIllustrated by Catia Chien

There are wonders everywhere. In the sky and on the ground—blooming in a flower bed, dangling from a silken thread, buzzing through the summer air—waiting . . . waiting to be found. With playful prose and vivid art, Things to Do brings to life the small moments and secret joys of a child’s day.


THIS IS HOW WE DO ITBy Matt Lamothe and Jenny Volvovski

This Is How We Do It follows the lives of seven kids from Italy, Japan, Iran, India, Peru, Uganda, and Russia for a single day. Their homes are different, their beds are different, even how they wake up is different. On their way to school, what do they see crossing the road? A traffic sign may tell them to yield to cars, or ducks, or elephants. As we follow these children throughout their day, we’ll see their classrooms, learn a bit about their language, favorite snacks, the games they play, their transportation back home, their chores, and how they get ready for sleep. The book will start with a sunrise and end with a sunset, encompassing a day that is both similar and unique to each one of us.


UNDER THE SILVER MOONNighttime Lullabies, Songs, and PoemsBy Pamela Dalton

Stunning cut-paper artist Pamela Dalton’s magically intri-cate illustrations illuminate a generous collection of lullabies and good night poems. Recalling traditional favorites from childhood and embracing a wide range of sources and cultures, this timeless collection is a lovely addition to any bedroom bookshelf or bedtime read aloud, sure to enchant parents and children alike.

Jacketed hardcover, 23 x 23 cm, 36 pages, ages 3-5, 1700 words, $16.99, Spring 2017, Film/TV Rights Available

THE WISH TREEBy Kyo MaclearIllustrated by Chris Turnham

When you go searching for a wish tree, you don’t need a map or a compass or anything but a wish and a good friend. Charles wants to find a wish tree. His brother and sister don’t believe there is such a thing, but when Charles and his trusty compan-ion set off on to a journey to find out, they discover that wishes can come true in the most unexpected ways.


YOU AND ME, ME AND YOU By Miguel Tanco

A parent and child’s special bond is celebrated in this poignant picture book by author/illustrator Miguel Tanco. There is so much learning in life that is done together, and it is often the child who teaches the parent! Children and adults alike will delight in this touching testament to the power of a child’s wisdom and love.

Hardcover, 15 x 20 cm, 36 pages, ages 4+, 100 words, $12.99, Spring 2017

Illustration from This Is How We Do ItBy Matt Lamothe and Jenny Volvovski

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From Leo

By Mac Barnett

Illustrated by Christian Robinson

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Middle Grade & YA

CURIOUS CONSTRUCTIONSBy Michael HearstIllustrated by Matt Johnstone

Inside this book, you’ll come face-to-face with 50 incredible structures, including: a giant, mechanical, fire-breathing octo-pus sculpture, the kind of skateboard ramp you’d need to jump the Great Wall of China, a secret swimming pool in the Mojave Desert, a whole community of treehouses in Costa Rica, and a life-size X-Wing Starfighter built of Legos. These and many more fascinating accounts of constructions both fantastically useful and gloriously unnecessary await inquisitive readers and aspiring engineers.

Unjacketed hardcover, 22 x 28 cm, 112 pages, ages 8-12, 19k words, $16.99, Spring 2017

THE DOORWAY AND THE DEEPBy K.E OrmsbeeIllustrated by Elsa Mora

A red apple tree grows in the heart of Wandlebury Wood. It is a burst of color in a land of silver grass and white-barked yew trees, and out from its trunk step two travelers. The girl takes a small black bird from her pocket. The boy takes a deep breath. Travel back to the land of Limn, where Lottie has escaped one danger for a while—but others are hard on their heels. War is coming to the world of magic that Lottie has come to love—and Lottie and her friends are not the only travelers.

Jacketed hardcover, 14 x 18 cm, 480 pages, ages 8-12, 80k words, $16.99, Fall 2016

PICTURE THIS25th Anniversary Edition Revised and ExpandedBy Molly Bang

Three-time Caldecott honoree Molly Bang’s brilliant, insight-ful, and accessible treatise is now revised and expanded for its 25th anniversary. Bang’s powerful ideas—about how the visual composition of images works to engage the emotions, and how the elements of an artwork can give it the power to tell a story—remain unparalleled in their simplicity and genius.

Why are diagonals dramatic? Why are curves calming? Why does red feel hot and blue feel cold? First published in 1991, Picture This has changed the way artists, illustrators, review-ers, critics, and readers alike look at and understand art.

Jacketed hardcover, 25 x 25 cm, 152 pages, ages 14+, 14k words, $24.99, Fall 2016, Film/TV Rights Available

POLLY DIAMOND AND THE MAGIC SPELL

By Alice Kuipers

This first book in an early chapter series, just right for newly independent readers, features Polly, aspiring writer and lover of unusual words. When Polly receives a magic book she decides to use it to transform her house into a bigger and better home for her parents and new baby brother. Of course, Polly’s plans don’t quite work out as she expects, and along the way, she learns that magic can take many different forms.

Jacketed hardcover, 14 x 18 cm, 104 pages, ages 7-10, 10k words, $14.99, Spring 2017

SAFARI AS A WAY OF LIFEA Visual Biography of Dan EldonBy Jennifer New

When he lost his life at age 22 while on assignment in Somalia, photojournalist Dan Eldon left behind much more than the astonishing illustrated journals that would form the basis of The Journey is the Destination. He left behind a life story has inspired students, teachers, artists, and activists, as well as a forthcoming film. Raised in Kenya, Dan grew up with a unique outlook on life. Through adventurous safaris and benevolent crusades around the world, he crafted a philosophy of curiosity, creativity, and charity. Showcasing personal letters, snapshots, and artwork from his acclaimed journals, and featuring a new forward from his sister, this teen-appropriate visual biography takes young readers on a profound, impactful journey through Dan’s life and beyond.

Jennifer New is the author of Dan Eldon: The Art of Life. She has worked extensively with Dan Eldon’s family and friends to research his life story. Jennifer lives in Iowa City, Iowa.

Paperback, 17 x 21 cm, 194 pages, full-color illustrations and photographs throughout, ages 12+, 45K words, $16.99, Fall 2016

Illustration from They All Saw a CatBy Brendan Wenzel

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Activity Formats

642 BIG THINGS TO DRAW: YOUNG ARTIST’S EDITION By 826 Valencia

This collection of hilarious, wacky, and imaginative drawing prompts provides endless quirky inspiration for young artists who are ready to think—and draw—BIG. With an oversized trim and prompts that focus on everything from big objects to big ideas, this unique journal and sketchbook gives budding art-ists all the space they need to draw, doodle, imagine, and create!

Paperback, 24 x 28 cm, 304 pages, ages 8+, 7k words, $19.95, Spring 2017

642 BIG THINGS TO WRITE ABOUT: YOUNG WRITER’S EDITIONBy 826 Valencia

This new oversized journal is packed with peculiar and provocative prompts that encourage young writers to think BIG. Whether imagining big objects or pondering big ideas, budding writers will find this HUGELY entertaining book of prompts the perfect tool for kick-starting their ENORMOUS creative potential—and perhaps their next EPIC masterpiece.

Paperback, 24 x 28 cm, 304 pages, ages 8+, 7k words, $19.95, Fall 2016

FROZEN COOKBOOK AND COOKIE CUTTERS KITBy Sarah Billingsley

For the first time in forever, create delicious treats inspired the most popular animated movie of all time—Frozen! Fea-turing 3 Frozen-themed cookie cutters, along with a booklet of 25 recipes ranging from snacks to beverages to sweets, this fabulous kit is perfect for everyday fun as well as theme parties and movie nights.

Box, 28 x 22 x 3 cm, 64-page booklet, ages 3+, 8k words, $22.99, Fall 2016

FROZEN CUPCAKE KITBy Lara Starr

Whip up the magic of Disney’s Frozen with this handy cupcake kit! With 200 beautiful paper liners both large and small, 30 colorful flag toppers featuring Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and more, and delicious recipes for a variety of cupcakes and frostings, this kit makes it easy to serve up fabulous Frozen treats!

Box, 15 x 8 x 20 cm, 6-page booklet, ages 6+, $19.95, Spring 2017

JUST BETWEEN US A Rule-Breaking, Bond-Making Journal for Grand-mothers and GranddaughtersBy Meredith and Sofie Jacobs

This beautiful keepsake journal is the perfect place for grand-mothers and granddaughters to celebrate their bond by sharing stories, memories, questions, and advice. Thoughtful guidelines and inspired prompts pave the way to discussing everything from childhood dreams to family history to favorite books, music, recipes, and more. With plenty of free space to person-alize content, and fun pages for drawing pictures and making lists, this journal will help create memories to cherish forever.

Hardcover w/ 2 ribbon bookmarks, 17 x 22 cm, 144 pages, full-color illustrations, ages 8-12, 4k words, $15.95, Spring 2017

PUNCH OUT AND PLAYBy Laura Ljungkvist

One book, so many ways to play! Acclaimed artist and designer Laura Ljungkvist invites children to punch out 10 different puzzles and 12 classic games like Memory, Go Fish, and Domi-noes. Packed with fun, graphic artwork, a variety of games, and plenty of colorful envelopes for easy storage, this book provides hours of play for kids of all ages!

Paperback, 21 x 30 cm, 112 pages, all ages, 2000 words, $19.99, Fall 2016

SKY-HIGH BUILDING PUZZLEIllustrated by Marc Boutavant

Marc Boutavant’s illustrations reach dazzling heights in this building-themed floor puzzle that may be arranged in countless ways! Fit together each illustrated piece to assemble a one-of-a-kind building bursting with bustling scenes and colorful characters. Then, put the puzzle together again with a different first and top floor, and completely different scenes in between! (The completed puzzle measures approximately 2 meters.)

Boxed puzzle w/ 12 double-sided pieces, 19 x 13 x 4 cm, full-color illustrations, ages 3+,

wordless, $14.99, Fall 2016, Film/TV Rights Available

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Adventurer, artist, activist. When he lost

his life at age 22 on assignment in Somalia,

photojournalist Dan Eldon left behind much

more than the astonishing illustrated journals

that would form the basis of The Journey is the Destination. He left behind a life story

that has inspired students, teachers, artists,

and activist, as well as a forthcoming film.

This unique visual biography takes young

readers on a profound, impactful journey

through Dan’s life and beyond.

Safari as a Way of Life: A Visual Biography of Dan Eldon978-1-4521-5799-3

For ages 12 and up

The Journey is the Destination Revised Edition

978-1-4521-0163-7

The Journey is the Destination Artist’s Journal

978-1-4521-0282-5

ALSO AVAILABLE THIS FALL ON THE ADULT TRADE LIST

The Journey is the Destination Revised Edition

978-1-4521-0163-7

The Journey is the Destination Artist’s Journal

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Foreword by Nelson Mandela’s

grandsonKweku Mandela

For more about Dan Eldon

visit daneldon.org

Dan Eldon’s story soon to be a major motion picture starring Maria Bello

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