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Little Dandelion Seeds the World
Illustrated by Kristen and Kevin Howdeshell 
Winner of the 2022 Growing Good Kids Book Award!


Little Dandelion Seeds the World

Written by Julia Richardson
Illustrated by Kristen &Kevin Howdeshell
Published by Sleeping Bear Press

Let's Build a Little Train

Written by Julia Richardson
Illustrated by Ryan O'Rourke
Published by Sleeping Bear Press

 

Winner of the Growing Good Kids Book Award from the American Horticulatural Society and the Junior Master Gardener Program.

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  • Richardson’s rhythmic, rhyming verses create a steady pace and pleasing tone that make this picture book a natural for reading aloud. O’Rourke enhances that tone in a series of varied, well-composed scenes. A well-crafted book for young train lovers. Booklist Reviews

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  • Part story, part information, all rhyming train celebration. Robust vocabulary will intrigue newer train fans while tickling advanced enthusiasts. Careful word and layout choices strike a sweet spot. Terrific. Kirkus Reviews

Goose Egg Island

Written by Julia Richardson
Illustrated by Meneka Repka
Published by Sleeping Bear Press

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New release!

This lyrical, richly illustrated story gives readers an engaging glimpse into the life cycle of Canada geese.

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  • The language is well chosen, and repetition gives extra weight to the words’ meaning. Using a restrained palette, Repka’s colorful illustrations are detailed and accurate, though stylized and elegantly composed, right down to the decorative endpapers. A vivid and authentic account of geese living their wild, beautiful lives. Kirkus Reviews

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  • 5 Star Review: Children will love the ingenuity as well as the repetition of the text, which allows even the youngest ones to take part. With excitement they’ll chant: “Down with a root. Up with a shoot. A little dandelion blooms….” Then, they’ll plead, “Can we read it again? Please.” It’ll soon become a household favorite. San Francisco Book Review

 

  • This standout read aloud is perfect for science units discussing seeds and for providing children with a more global perspective. Library Mom Books 

 

  • With lyrical, repetitive, and rhyming text, this book makes for an excellent read-aloud, especially for early readers. Sincerely Stacie

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