Conrad and the Cowgirl Next Door, the second book in the Next Door Series written by Denette Fretz and illustrated by Gene Barretta, comes out today. The first book in the series is Pirates on the Farm.
Watch the book trailer below!
Aug
27
What’s in my Truck? by Linda Bleck
What’s in My Truck receives praise from Kirkus Reviews
February 5, 2015
What’s in My Truck, written and illustrated by Linda Bleck, has been featured by Kirkus Reviews.
“Bleck’s cartoons, in carnival-bright colors, are simple enough to allow for recognition by the youngest readers and offer enough detail to draw in older preschoolers,” writes Kirkus.
Read the rest of the review here.
Linda Bleck’s What’s in my Truck? is Out Now!
August 27, 2014
Linda Bleck’s interactive board book, What’s in my Truck? was released by Scholastic yesterday. The book features plenty of fun flaps for kids to lift and see the interiors of a variety of vehicles. Pick up a copy at your local bookstore or order one online.
Aug
27
Linda Bleck’s What’s in my Truck? is Out Now!
Linda Bleck’s interactive board book, What’s in my Truck? was released by Scholastic yesterday. The book features plenty of fun flaps for kids to lift and see the interiors of a variety of vehicles. Pick up a copy at your local bookstore or order one online.
Aug
19
Vanessa Brantley Newton and Molly Idle To Be Exhibited in the Society of Illustrators’ Original Art Show
The beautiful artwork from Vanessa Brantley Newton’s We Shall Overcome and Molly Idle’s Flora and the Flamingo and Camp Rex, will be exhibited in the Society of Illustrators Original Art Show 2014. Molly was last exhibited in the Original Art Show in 2013, and this is Vanessa’s first exhibition.
Aug
19
Where is the Rocket?, illustrated by Barroux
Barroux’s Where is the Rocket? is Out Now
August 19, 2014
Where is the Rocket?, called “an appealing goodnight book” by Kirkus Reviews, hits shelves today. The book is written by Harriet Ziefert and illustrated by Barroux. Pick up your copy here.
Aug
19
Barroux’s Where is the Rocket? Out Now
Where is the Rocket?, called “an appealing goodnight book” by Kirkus Reviews, hits shelves today. The book is written by Harriet Ziefert and illustrated by Barroux. Pick up your copy here.
Aug
14
Julie Danielson’s “10 Children’s Illustrators to Watch” Includes K.G. Campbell and Molly Idle
Molly Idle and K.G. Campbell were chosen as 10 Children’s Illustrators to Watch by Julie Danielson, writer of the children’s literature blog, Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast.
View the full list here.
Aug
14
The Hula-Hoopin’ Queen, illustrated by Vanessa Brantley Newton
Lend a Hand, illus. by London Ladd, & The Hula Hoopin’ Queen illus. by Vanessa B. Newton, Make Delaware Diamonds 2015-16
July 21, 2015
Lend a Hand, illustrated by London Ladd, and The Hula Hoopin’ Queen, illustrated by Vanessa Brantley Newton, were selected for inclusion on the Delaware Diamonds 2015-2016 Titles 3-5 List. The winners were voted on by students in Delaware. More information regarding the award program can be found on their website. Congratulations London and Vanessa!
2015 Wisconsin State Reading Association “Picture This!” List
March 19, 2015
Painted Words authors and illustrators Molly Idle, Elise Gravel, Vanessa Brantley Newton, and Ashley Spires had books selected for the 2015 WSRA (Wisconsin State Reading Association) Picture This! List. For this award, the committee evaluates books based on the quality of literature, the appeal for students, and the value for classroom use. The books selected from our talented artists include Flora and the Penguin, The Fly, The Worm, The Hula Hoopin’ Queen, and The Most Magnificent Thing. Congrats, ladies!
To view the full list, click here.
Hula-Hoopin’ Queen, Little Melba,Flora and the Penguin honored by CCBC
The Cooperative Children’s Book Center (CCBC) celebrates The Hula-Hoopin’ Queen, Little Melba and her Big Trombone, and Flora and the Penguin on its CCBC Choices 2015 List.
Hula-Hoopin’ Queen receives Charlotte Zolotow Award
January 30, 2015
Hula-Hoopin’ Queen, written by Thelma Godin and illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton, was chosen as a Charlotte Zolotow Award Highly Commended Title for 2015. The CCBC Charlotte Zolotow Award recognizes outstanding picture books for children. More information about the award can be found here.
Vanessa Brantley-Newton, London Ladd, Frank Morrison and Connie Schofield-Morrison selected for CPL Best Book of 2014
December 17, 2014
The Chicago Public Library (CPL) has unveiled its Best Books of 2014 list, which includes titles by Vanessa Brantley-Newton, London Ladd, Frank Morrison and Connie Schofield-Morrison.
Amongst its Best Picture Books of 2014 list, CPL included The Hula Hoopin’ Queen, illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton. Under the Freedom Tree, illustrated by London Ladd, also made the list, as did I Got the Rhythm, which was written by Connie Schofield-Morrison and illustrated by Frank Morrison.
Frank Morrison’s illustration work also featured in CPL’s Best Informational Books for Younger Readers of 2014, with Little Melba and Her Big Trombone.
The Hula-Hoopin’ Queen is a Hit!
August 8, 2014
The Hula-Hoopin’ Queen, illustrated by Vanessa Brantley Newton and written by Thelma Lynne Godin, was released this past spring by Lee & Low Books to widespread acclaim. The book received a Starred Review from Kirkus, and two positive reviews from Horn Book and Booklist. Horn Book called The Hula-Hoopin’ Queen “a refreshingly original story,” and Booklist called it “the perfect title for sharing.” Vanessa’s illustrations truly bring Harlem to life in this sweet story of a hula hoopin’ rivalry for the ages. Pick up a copy from your local bookstore, or on the Lee & Low website.
Aug
14
The Hula Hoopin’ Queen by Vanessa Brantley Newton is a Hit!
The Hula Hoopin’ Queen, illustrated by Vanessa Brantley Newton and written by Thelma Lynne Godin, was released this past spring by Lee & Low Books to widespread acclaim. The book received a Starred Review from Kirkus, and two positive reviews from Horn Book and Booklist. Horn Book called The Hula Hoopin’ Queen “a refreshingly original story,” and Booklist called it “the perfect title for sharing.” Vanessa’s illustrations truly bring Harlem to life in this sweet story of a hula hoopin’ rivalry for the ages. Pick up a copy from your local bookstore, or on the Lee & Low website.
Aug
12
New Products Added to Michael Slack’s “Chet the Cat and Friends” Line
Michael’s “Chet the Cat and Friends” kitchen play set from Educational Insights now has several additional products in the merchandise line. New products include a play blender, chef set, toddler money set, kettle, mixer, and more! Previous products include baking, cooking, and dish sets. Visit the Educational Insights website to view the complete merchandise line.