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99 pp.
| Random/Schwartz & Wade
| April, 2007
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TradeISBN 978-0-375-83755-5$15.99
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LibraryISBN 978-0-375-93755-2$17.99
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1-3
Illustrated by
John Hendrix.
In this fairy-tale spoof, Bob the rat twists familiar stories to entertain two cats who are eager to eat him. In between stories, which heavily feature members of Bob's family, are "cookie breaks," where Bob negotiates with his hungry, impatient predators. The line drawings add even more levity.
(3)
K-3
Mother Bear tries to teach lessons, but Snug--distracted by adventures that make him feel brave and courageous--keeps ending up in trouble. Mama's always there to save him, and finally to play with him. A lively text accompanies expressive illustrations cut from handmade and hand-colored papers. Children will identify with this rambunctious cub and with his interactions with his mother.