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Keselman, Gabriela

The Gift

34 pp. | Kane/Miller | September, 1999 | Trade ISBN 0-916291-91-X $$15.95
(3) K-3 Translated by Laura McKenna. Illustrated by Pep Montserrat. Mr. and Mrs. Goodparents can't think of a special birthday present for their son, whose description of what he wants only adds to their confusion. The hug they end up giving him, however, is exactly what he wants. The book is saved from sentimentality by the stylized art, which sets boldly outlined figures against cool silver backgrounds, and the foldout pages that reveal the parents' quirky gift ideas.
Reviewer: Tanya D. Auger

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