Description - Robins! How they Grow Up by Eileen Christelow
Robins are the most familiar and beloved of all birds, found throughout North America and celebrated as one of the first signs of spring. But there's a lot about them that most people don't know! In this visually stunning picture book that features comic-book panels combined with painterly illustrations, Eileen Christelow tells the story of two young robins' first year, and reveals plenty of little-known facts that are sure to captivate young naturalists. Narrated with humour and filled with kid-pleasing details, this fascinating account of how robins grow up includes an Author's Note, Glossary, More About Robins, and Sources. AGES: 6-9 AUTHOR: Eileen Christelow has written and illustrated numerous best-selling picture books including ten popular stories about the Five Little Monkeys, Letters from a Desperate Dog, and Vote! You can learn more about her life and work on her website, www.christelow.com and on www.fivelittlemonkeys.com SELLING POINTS: . CAREFULLY RESEARCHED; INSPIRED BY REAL-LIFE ROBINS Captivated by the antics of the robins in her own back yard, bestselling author Eileen Christelow started researching robins, and this book was born. . STUNNING ILLUSTRATIONS; AN ARTISTIC DEPARTURE Eileen's careful observations have resulted in amazingly detailed, accurate illustrations, full of movement and energy. The artwork is sophisticated, realistic, painterly and rich. . ACCESSIBLE VOICE AND FORMAT Like her previous informational title, 'Vote!', this book uses comic book-like panels and an appealing first-person voice to convey an impressive amount of information in an accessible and compelling way. SELLING POINTS: . Impressive images of the religious Mexican landscape . Projects by Ai Weiwei (FAKE Design), Luis Aldrete Arguitectos, Alejandro Aravena (Elemental), Godoylab, HHF Architects and Rozana Monteirl (Periferica)
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