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69 pp.
| Random |
January, 1999 |
LibraryISBN 0-679-99282-0$$11.99
|
PaperISBN 0-679-89282-6$$3.99
(3)
1-3
Illustrated by
Ellen Beier.
In this sequel to The Chalk Box Kid, Gregory paints an elderly neighbor's home. Featuring pictures from Uncle Pancho's past as well as a fantasy portrait of Pancho with his long-missing adult son, the house begins to attract media attention, but the city still plans to tear it down. The conclusion is realistic--satisfying, yet containing some unresolved conflict. The simply written text is illustrated with dated-looking artwork.