New Releases by Peter Spier

The US Constitution brought to life for young readers! In this visual celebration of the US Constitution and America's founding fathers, Caldecott Medalist Peter Spier tells the stirring American tale of how this most important document came to symbolize freedom, justice, equality, and hope for all citizens. This fact-filled volume includes: • An illustrated preamble to the Constitution, illuminating its signifcance from its birth through to modern times • The complete text of the Constitution • The fascinating history of the struggle to create and ratify the Constitution • A historical reproduction of the original document Full of illustrations that bring the Constitution to life, this is a must-have resource for every American classroom, library, and home. ★ “A joyful celebration of the people whose leaders created the Constitution.” —Booklist, starred review “A celebration of America’s diversity.” —Kirkus Reviews “Spier has created a tribute that can be appreciated in more than one sitting.” —Publishers Weekly

Originally published: Garden City, N.Y.: Doubleday, 1985.

This Caldecott Honor book from beloved illustrator Peter Spier is a spirited take on a classic American folk song. "[Spier's] finely detailed, action-packed New England autumn vistas are almost startlingly beautiful."—The New York Times Over fifty years after he won a Caldecott Honor for The Fox Went Out on a Chilly Night, legendary illustrator Peter Spier went back to this time-honored favorite in 2014 to paint the half of the book that was originally printed in black and white. In this glowing, restored vision of Spier’s beloved classic, follow the wily fox as he roams a sleepy New England town in search of a meal, with tones and textures so vivid you can almost hear the crackle of crisp fall leaves and the ripples of the river in the moonlight.

In 1687, young Sietze Hemmes helps rescue a vessel foundering off the Dutch coast, and three hundred years later, another Sietze Hemmes takes part in a similar rescue, in parallel stories that explore the themes of heroism and selflessness.

In his intricately detailed and historically accurate illustrations, Spier brings delightful new dimensions to the popular folk song.

Two children watch cloud formations and interpret them for themselves.

Illustrates three verses of our national anthem, written at the battle of Fort McHenry during the War of 1812. Music is included.

★ Caldecott Medal Winner ★ "The book is a triumph, the definitive Noah's Ark."—Publishers Weekly Winner of the Caldecott Medal, an ALA Notable Children's Book, and a New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year, Peter Spier's Noah's Ark has been the iconic edition of this tale for over 40 years, in print continuously since its debut in 1977. In Spier's imaginative retelling, readers witness the danger and the grandeur of the terrifying flood but also the lighter moments: Noah's wife jumping on a crate to avoid the rats; Noah shooing all but two bees from a busy hive; and all the animal babies being born in the spring. It's an illustration feat that's both majestic and tender.

In this encyclopedic picture book, Spier celebrates humankind in all its diversity-how we are similar and how we are differnt; in what we wear, eat, play, and how we worship. Small vignettes fill each page, illustrating the wonderful variety that exists among peoples of different cultures and races.

Emphasizes the differences among the billions of people on earth.

Initiation à la tolérance par l'éloge des différences.

Come join the circus as Caldecott Medal-winner Peter Spier takes you for a look under the big top! The circus is coming to town! Take your front row seat to see how a circus runs—from setting up the tent to performing center ring. Go soaring through the air on the flying trapeze and see how performers from all over the world come together to put on a show. With showbiz excitement that only the circus can create—and Peter Spier's signature humorous details waiting to be discovered on every page—this book is a guaranteed ticket to fun and adventure.

Een koe beleeft van alles wanneer zij in een oude mestbak naar Alkmaar vaart, waar zij op de kaasmarkt haar baas terugvindt. Echt Hollands prentenboek met zwart-witte en gekleurde platen vol details. Vanf ca. 4 jaar.

Chronicles the experiences of a Model T Ford with a series of owners from 1909 to the present day.

Opposite concepts such as long-short, dark-light, fast-slow are illustrated by several pairs of contrasting pictures. On board pages.

Twee kinderen ontdekken in de steeds veranderende wolkenlucht allerlei fantastische voorstellingen. Tekstloos prentenboek met vrolijke platen in zachte tinten. Vanaf ca. 5 jaar.

Five little rabbits explore their surroundings and find tasty things to eat. On heavy board pages.

Six puppies have fun playing together as they grow into dogs. On heavy board pages.

A collection of children's books on the subject of Christmas.

Annie and Hank visit a toy shop to look for a birthday present for their friend Joe. On heavy board pages cut in the shape of the shop.

Text and pictures present a day's activities at a service station. On heavy board pages cut in the shape of a service station.

Aan de hand van o.a. lengte, huidskleur, gewoontes, taal en godsdienst van mensen uit verschillende landen wordt getoond hoe anders iedereen is. Prentenboek met gedetailleerde illustraties waarop veel te zien is. Vanaf ca. 8 jaar.

Text and pictures present a day's activities at school. On heavy board pages cut in the shape of a schoolhouse.

Harry and Janet visit a pet store, where they look at the various animals and supplies for sale there. On heavy board pages cut in the shape of the store.

Retells in pictures how a pair of every manner of creature climbed on board Noah's ark and thereby survived the Flood.

Pictures of various objects or actions and "words" representative of the sounds they make arranged by category--kitchen sounds, school sounds, traffic sounds, etc.

Relates the struggle of the people of Holland since 500 B.C. to reclaim land from the sea using windmills and dikes.