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Ezra Jack Keats
11 Books
Pet Show!
Ezra Jack Keats
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Peter's Chair
Ezra Jack Keats
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Regards to the Man in the Moon
Ezra Jack Keats
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A Letter to Amy
Ezra Jack Keats
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/5
Whistle for Willie
Ezra Jack Keats
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/5
Goggles!
Ezra Jack Keats
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Hi, Cat!
Ezra Jack Keats
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Dreams
Ezra Jack Keats
Animals
Courage
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The Trip
Ezra Jack Keats
Emotions
Fiction
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Louie
Ezra Jack Keats, BookSource Staff
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The Snowy Day
Ezra Jack Keats, Marilyn Sanabria, Shang yi bian ji bu
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How can you enter a pet show when your pet runs away? That's the question Archie faces when he can't find his cat to enter in the neighborhood pet show. Fortunately, he does some fast thinking to win a prize in this beloved classic from award-winning author-illustrator Ezra Jack Keats.
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How can you enter a pet show when your pet runs away? That's the question Archie faces when he can't find his cat to enter in the neighborhood pet show. Fortunately, he does some fast thinking to win a prize in this beloved classic from award-winning author-illustrator Ezra Jack Keats.
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When he can't find his cat to enter in the neighborhood pet show, Archie must do some fast thinking to win a prize
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How can you enter a pet show when your pet runs away? That's the question Archie faces when he can't find his cat to enter in the neighborhood pet show. Fortunately, he does some fast thinking to win a prize in this beloved classic from award-winning author-illustrator Ezra Jack Keats.
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When he can't find his cat to enter in the neighborhood pet show, Archie must do some fast thinking to win a prize
6-8 Years
40 Pages
N/A
/5
From the Caldecott Medal-winning author of The Snowy Day, Ezra Jack Keats, Peter's Chair is a picture book classic about a sibling rivalry.
Peter, the hero of many of Ezra Jack Keats' award-winning books, has a new baby sister. When she arrives, his parents paint his old baby furniture pink for the new baby. There's only one thing they haven't painted yet, though: his little blue chair. He'll do whatever it takes to save it—even run away! This is a gentle and reassuring story about sibling rivalry and a perfect gift for any family expecting a new baby.
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From the Caldecott Medal-winning author of The Snowy Day, Ezra Jack Keats, Peter's Chair is a picture book classic about a sibling rivalry. Peter, the hero of many of Ezra Jack Keats' award-winning books, has a new baby sister. When she arrives, his parents paint his old baby furniture pink for the new baby. There's only one thing they haven't painted yet, though: his little blue chair. He'll do whatever it takes to save it—even run away! This is a gentle and reassuring story about sibling rivalry and a perfect gift for any family expecting a new baby.
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When Peter discovers his blue furniture is being painted pink for a new baby sister, he rescues the last unpainted item, a chair, and runs away
Peter, the hero of many of Ezra Jack Keats' award-winning books, has a new baby sister. When she arrives, his parents paint his old baby furniture pink for the new baby. There's only one thing they haven't painted yet, though: his little blue chair. He'll do whatever it takes to save it—even run away! This is a gentle and reassuring story about sibling rivalry and a perfect gift for any family expecting a new baby.
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From the Caldecott Medal-winning author of The Snowy Day, Ezra Jack Keats, Peter's Chair is a picture book classic about a sibling rivalry. Peter, the hero of many of Ezra Jack Keats' award-winning books, has a new baby sister. When she arrives, his parents paint his old baby furniture pink for the new baby. There's only one thing they haven't painted yet, though: his little blue chair. He'll do whatever it takes to save it—even run away! This is a gentle and reassuring story about sibling rivalry and a perfect gift for any family expecting a new baby.
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When Peter discovers his blue furniture is being painted pink for a new baby sister, he rescues the last unpainted item, a chair, and runs away
6-8 Years
40 Pages
N/A
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Louie's unhappy because the other kids call his father "the junkman." But his father knows that it's not just junk: "All a person needs is some imagination! And a little of that stuff can take you right out of this world!"So Louie builds theImagination I,a spaceship fueled entirely by imagination -- and blasts off into an adventure that will dazzle children and adults alike.
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With the help of his imagination, his parents, and a few scraps of junk, Louie and his friends travel through space.
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With the help of his imagination, his parents, and a few scraps of junk, Louie and his friends travel through space.
6-8 Years
33 Pages
N/A
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Generations of children have read, re-read, and loved Ezra Jack Keats's award-winning, classic stories about Peter and his neighborhood friends. Now, for the first time, Peter's Chair, A Letter to Amy, and Goggles! are available in paperback exclusively from Puffin.
"A master of ingenious collages, Keats has made brilliant variegated pictures."—The Horn Book
Ezra Jack Keats (1916-1983) was the beloved author and/or illustrator of more than eighty-five books for children.
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Generations of children have read, re-read, and loved Ezra Jack Keats's award-winning, classic stories about Peter and his neighborhood friends. Now, for the first time, Peter's Chair, A Letter to Amy, and Goggles! are available in paperback exclusively from Puffin. "A master of ingenious collages, Keats has made brilliant variegated pictures."—The Horn Book Ezra Jack Keats (1916-1983) was the beloved author and/or illustrator of more than eighty-five books for children.
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Peter wants to invite Amy to his birthday party but he wants it to be a surprise.
"A master of ingenious collages, Keats has made brilliant variegated pictures."—The Horn Book
Ezra Jack Keats (1916-1983) was the beloved author and/or illustrator of more than eighty-five books for children.
--- Added from Google Books ---
Generations of children have read, re-read, and loved Ezra Jack Keats's award-winning, classic stories about Peter and his neighborhood friends. Now, for the first time, Peter's Chair, A Letter to Amy, and Goggles! are available in paperback exclusively from Puffin. "A master of ingenious collages, Keats has made brilliant variegated pictures."—The Horn Book Ezra Jack Keats (1916-1983) was the beloved author and/or illustrator of more than eighty-five books for children.
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Peter wants to invite Amy to his birthday party but he wants it to be a surprise.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
N/A
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Explore the wonder of childhood in this classic, nearly wordless picture book!
Young Peter embarks on a summer adventure in his neighborhood, learning how to whistle for his dog, Willie. But whistling is harder than it looks. Will persistence, patience, and imagination win the day? This heartwarming story by award-winning author and illustrator Ezra Jack Keats celebrates the joys of tiny triumphs with bright and engaging texture collages.
"Mr. Keats' illustrations boldly, colorfully capture the child, his city world, and the shimmering heat of a summer's day." –The New York Times
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Since it was first published in 1964, Whistle for Willie has delighted millions of young readers with its nearly wordless text and its striking collage artwork depicting the story of Peter, who longs to whistle for his dog. The New York Times wrote: "Mr. Keats' illustrations boldly, colorfully capture the child, his city world, and the shimmering heat of a summer's day."
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A little boy wishes so much he could whistle.
Young Peter embarks on a summer adventure in his neighborhood, learning how to whistle for his dog, Willie. But whistling is harder than it looks. Will persistence, patience, and imagination win the day? This heartwarming story by award-winning author and illustrator Ezra Jack Keats celebrates the joys of tiny triumphs with bright and engaging texture collages.
"Mr. Keats' illustrations boldly, colorfully capture the child, his city world, and the shimmering heat of a summer's day." –The New York Times
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Since it was first published in 1964, Whistle for Willie has delighted millions of young readers with its nearly wordless text and its striking collage artwork depicting the story of Peter, who longs to whistle for his dog. The New York Times wrote: "Mr. Keats' illustrations boldly, colorfully capture the child, his city world, and the shimmering heat of a summer's day."
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A little boy wishes so much he could whistle.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
N/A
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Generations of children have read, re-read, and loved Ezra Jack Keats's award-winning, classic stories about Peter and his neighborhood friends. Now, for the first time, Peter's Chair, A Letter to Amy, and Goggles! are available in paperback exclusively from Puffin.
"A well-loved character, a familiar childhood situation, and an urban setting are the components of this winning picture book, one of Keats's best." -- Booklist
Ezra Jack Keats (1916-1983) was the beloved author and/or illustrator of over eighty-five books for children.
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Generations of children have read, re-read, and loved Ezra Jack Keats's award-winning, classic stories about Peter and his neighborhood friends. Now, for the first time, Peter's Chair, A Letter to Amy, and Goggles! are available in paperback exclusively from Puffin. "A well-loved character, a familiar childhood situation, and an urban setting are the components of this winning picture book, one of Keats's best." -- Booklist Ezra Jack Keats (1916-1983) was the beloved author and/or illustrator of over eighty-five books for children.
"A well-loved character, a familiar childhood situation, and an urban setting are the components of this winning picture book, one of Keats's best." -- Booklist
Ezra Jack Keats (1916-1983) was the beloved author and/or illustrator of over eighty-five books for children.
--- Added from Google Books ---
Generations of children have read, re-read, and loved Ezra Jack Keats's award-winning, classic stories about Peter and his neighborhood friends. Now, for the first time, Peter's Chair, A Letter to Amy, and Goggles! are available in paperback exclusively from Puffin. "A well-loved character, a familiar childhood situation, and an urban setting are the components of this winning picture book, one of Keats's best." -- Booklist Ezra Jack Keats (1916-1983) was the beloved author and/or illustrator of over eighty-five books for children.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
N/A
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On his way to hang out with the neighborhood kids, Archie very innocently greets a stray cat who follows him and gets in the way. The cat ruins everything - Archie's street show is a mess and his audience drifts away. But things aren't all bad: when Archie goes, the cat follows him all the way home, too!
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On his way to hang out with the neighborhood kids, Archie very innocently greets a stray cat who follows him and gets in the way. The cat ruins everything - Archie's street show is a mess and his audience drifts away. But things aren't all bad: when Archie goes, the cat follows him all the way home, too!
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Archie's day would have been great if he had not started it by greeting the new cat on the block.
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On his way to hang out with the neighborhood kids, Archie very innocently greets a stray cat who follows him and gets in the way. The cat ruins everything - Archie's street show is a mess and his audience drifts away. But things aren't all bad: when Archie goes, the cat follows him all the way home, too!
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Archie's day would have been great if he had not started it by greeting the new cat on the block.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
N/A
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Have you ever made something special with your own hands? Roberto does! One evening, he crafts a tiny paper mouse. As night falls and the city grows quiet, Roberto is ready for bed. But the night is full of surprises, especially when you have a little paper mouse by your side.
When a stray cat needs help from a big, barking dog, who will come to the rescue? Watch closely as Roberto’s small paper mouse seems to spring to life, becoming a brave hero in a wonderful, unexpected way. This gentle story reminds us that even the smallest things can be full of courage and that the quiet moments before sleep can spark the most amazing dreams and imagination.
6-8 Years
N/A
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Have you ever moved to a new place and felt a little lonely? That's just how Louie feels! He's in a brand-new neighborhood, and he misses his old friends very much. But Louie is also very clever and full of imagination.
One day, he decides to turn an ordinary shoebox into something extraordinary. With a few bits and pieces, Louie builds a magical diorama. When he looks inside, a special surprise happens! He goes on an amazing pretend trip and sees his old friends again, busy having fun trick-or-treating.
Join Louie on his inventive adventure as he discovers how imagination can bring joy and make new places feel a little less lonely. This heartwarming story shows how creativity can help you feel close to those you miss.
6-8 Years
N/A
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Summary: Susie and Roberto's puppet show is temporarily interrupted when Louis becomes fascinated by one of the puppets.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
N/A
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CALDECOTT MEDAL WINNER • #1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The magic and wonder of winter’s first snowfall is perfectly captured in this classic seasonal picture book celebrated by generations of readers—a beautiful gift for the holiday season!
New York Public Library's #1 book on the list of “Top Check Outs of All Time” • One of The Atlantic’s 65 Essential Children’s Books
“The Snowy Day… pays homage to the wonder and pure pleasure a child experiences when the world is blanketed in snow.”—Publishers Weekly
One snowy morning, a little boy named Peter puts on his snowsuit and steps out of his house into a winter wonderland. He is captivated by the way the snow has transformed his world, and spends the day making snow angels, building a snowman, sliding down slick mountains, and much more. By the time he comes inside, Peter thinks his adventures in the snow are over. But when he wakes up the next morning, he realizes that new snowfall has covered the earth once more!
Universal in its appeal, this treasured story beautifully depicts a child's wonder at a new world, and the hope of capturing and keeping that curiosity forever. The Snowy Day is perfect for reading together on a cozy winter day.
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The magic and wonder of winter’s first snowfall is perfectly captured in Ezra Jack Keat’s Caldecott Medal-winning picture book. This celebrated classic has been shared by generations of readers and listeners, a must-have for every child’s bookshelf and a perfect gift for the holiday season. New York Public Library's #1 book on the list of “Top Check Outs of All Time” In 1962, a little boy named Peter put on his snowsuit and stepped out of his house and into the hearts of millions of readers. Universal in its appeal, this story beautifully depicts a child's wonder at a new world, and the hope of capturing and keeping that wonder forever. The quiet fun and sweetness of Peter’s small adventures in the deep, deep snow is perfect for reading together on a cozy winter day. Ezra Jack Keats was also the creator of such classics as Goggles, A Letter to Amy, Pet Show!, Peter’s Chair, and A Whistle for Willie. (This book is also available in Spanish, as Un dia de nieve.) Praise for The Snowy Day: “Keats made Peter’s world so inviting that it beckons us. Perhaps the busyness of daily life in the 21st century makes us appreciate Peter even more—a kid who has the luxury of a whole day to just be outside, surrounded by snow that’s begging to be enjoyed.” —The Atlantic "Ezra Jack Keats's classic The Snowy Day, winner of the 1963 Caldecott Medal, pays homage to the wonder and pure pleasure a child experiences when the world is blanketed in snow."—Publisher's Weekly
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The magic and wonder of winter’s first snowfall is perfectly captured in Ezra Jack Keat’s Caldecott Medal-winning picture book. Young readers can enjoy this celebrated classic as a full-sized board book, perfect for read-alouds of all kinds and a great gift for the holiday season. In 1962, a little boy named Peter put on his snowsuit and stepped out of his house and into the hearts of millions of readers. Universal in its appeal, this story beautifully depicts a child's wonder at a new world, and the hope of capturing and keeping that wonder forever. This big, sturdy edition will bring even more young readers to the story of Peter and his adventures in the snow. Ezra Jack Keats was also the creator of such classics as Goggles, A Letter to Amy, Pet Show!, Peter’s Chair, and A Whistle for Willie. (This book is also available in Spanish, as Un dia de nieve.) Praise for The Snowy Day: “Keats made Peter’s world so inviting that it beckons us. Perhaps the busyness of daily life in the 21st century makes us appreciate Peter even more—a kid who has the luxury of a whole day to just be outside, surrounded by snow that’s begging to be enjoyed.” —The Atlantic "Ezra Jack Keats's classic The Snowy Day, winner of the 1963 Caldecott Medal, pays homage to the wonder and pure pleasure a child experiences when the world is blanketed in snow."—Publisher's Weekly
New York Public Library's #1 book on the list of “Top Check Outs of All Time” • One of The Atlantic’s 65 Essential Children’s Books
“The Snowy Day… pays homage to the wonder and pure pleasure a child experiences when the world is blanketed in snow.”—Publishers Weekly
One snowy morning, a little boy named Peter puts on his snowsuit and steps out of his house into a winter wonderland. He is captivated by the way the snow has transformed his world, and spends the day making snow angels, building a snowman, sliding down slick mountains, and much more. By the time he comes inside, Peter thinks his adventures in the snow are over. But when he wakes up the next morning, he realizes that new snowfall has covered the earth once more!
Universal in its appeal, this treasured story beautifully depicts a child's wonder at a new world, and the hope of capturing and keeping that curiosity forever. The Snowy Day is perfect for reading together on a cozy winter day.
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The magic and wonder of winter’s first snowfall is perfectly captured in Ezra Jack Keat’s Caldecott Medal-winning picture book. This celebrated classic has been shared by generations of readers and listeners, a must-have for every child’s bookshelf and a perfect gift for the holiday season. New York Public Library's #1 book on the list of “Top Check Outs of All Time” In 1962, a little boy named Peter put on his snowsuit and stepped out of his house and into the hearts of millions of readers. Universal in its appeal, this story beautifully depicts a child's wonder at a new world, and the hope of capturing and keeping that wonder forever. The quiet fun and sweetness of Peter’s small adventures in the deep, deep snow is perfect for reading together on a cozy winter day. Ezra Jack Keats was also the creator of such classics as Goggles, A Letter to Amy, Pet Show!, Peter’s Chair, and A Whistle for Willie. (This book is also available in Spanish, as Un dia de nieve.) Praise for The Snowy Day: “Keats made Peter’s world so inviting that it beckons us. Perhaps the busyness of daily life in the 21st century makes us appreciate Peter even more—a kid who has the luxury of a whole day to just be outside, surrounded by snow that’s begging to be enjoyed.” —The Atlantic "Ezra Jack Keats's classic The Snowy Day, winner of the 1963 Caldecott Medal, pays homage to the wonder and pure pleasure a child experiences when the world is blanketed in snow."—Publisher's Weekly
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The magic and wonder of winter’s first snowfall is perfectly captured in Ezra Jack Keat’s Caldecott Medal-winning picture book. Young readers can enjoy this celebrated classic as a full-sized board book, perfect for read-alouds of all kinds and a great gift for the holiday season. In 1962, a little boy named Peter put on his snowsuit and stepped out of his house and into the hearts of millions of readers. Universal in its appeal, this story beautifully depicts a child's wonder at a new world, and the hope of capturing and keeping that wonder forever. This big, sturdy edition will bring even more young readers to the story of Peter and his adventures in the snow. Ezra Jack Keats was also the creator of such classics as Goggles, A Letter to Amy, Pet Show!, Peter’s Chair, and A Whistle for Willie. (This book is also available in Spanish, as Un dia de nieve.) Praise for The Snowy Day: “Keats made Peter’s world so inviting that it beckons us. Perhaps the busyness of daily life in the 21st century makes us appreciate Peter even more—a kid who has the luxury of a whole day to just be outside, surrounded by snow that’s begging to be enjoyed.” —The Atlantic "Ezra Jack Keats's classic The Snowy Day, winner of the 1963 Caldecott Medal, pays homage to the wonder and pure pleasure a child experiences when the world is blanketed in snow."—Publisher's Weekly
6-8 Years
40 Pages
N/A
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