New Releases by Rachel Isadora

Caldecott Honor winner Rachel Isadora''s delightful introduction to the joys of having a dog stars a diverse ensemble of adorable kids and their beloved canine friends, in a style reminiscent of her popular I Hear a Pickle. Dogs are amazing! Dogs are a lot of work! And here is the perfect book to help a child understand what is involved in living with one. Lively illustrations show a variety of children learning what makes their dog tick, as they train them, care for them, and play with them. But most of all, it celebrates the fact that dogs are truly awesome companions--who are always happy to see you, and who can even sing, laugh and dream with you! Rachel Isadora''s love for our canine friends shines through on every page, as she shares some of the best--and most exasperating!--things about having a dog.

Caldecott Honor-winner Rachel Isadora’s stunning oil paintings illustrate this delightful bedtime tale, set on the African plains. The sun has set and the moon is rising, and that means it’s bedtime. But not if Lala has a say—because she’s not ready to go to sleep! First she needs to say good night to the cat. And the goat. And the chickens. And, and, and . . . Lala’s adorable stalling strategy will ring true for all parents whose little ones aren’t ready to say goodbye to the day—and all will appreciate the wonderful culmination to the bedtime ritual.

* “Isadora’s book about the five senses is aimed perfectly at another sense—kids’ sense of humor.”—The Horn Book, starred review Caldecott Honor winner Rachel Isadora’s sweet and simple introduction to the five senses is perfect for the youngest children, who will recognize themselves in charming vignettes portraying a wide range of childhood activities. Hearing, smelling, seeing, touching, tasting--our five senses allow us to experience the world in so many ways! With our ears we hear the birds sing; with our nose we smell the stinky cheese; with our eyes we see the moon and stars (and sometimes glasses help us see even better!); with our skin we feel the rain (and learn not to touch the hot stove!); and with our tongue we can taste our favorite foods. Isadora’s lively art reveals the power and delight of each sense.

Caldecott Honor winner Rachel Isadora’s irresistible illustrations of enthusiastic toddlers will have budding gymnasts jumping for joy. Jake and his diverse group of friend love their action-packed gymnastics class, where they stretch, tumble, balance, turn somersaults and so much more. This is the perfect book to introduce toddlers to the joy of movement and the fun of gymnastics.

A favorite children's song becomes a colorful book filled with African wildlife Also known as "The Green Grass Grew All Around," this popular song has been recorded by artists from Barney to Captain Kangaroo. Now "the prettiest tree that you ever did see" is a lovely acacia tree, where a baby starling is just about to hatch. Rachel Isadora gives children a fun, easy way to follow along with the cumulative lyrics by using rebus icons for the repeated words, as she did with 12 Days of Christmas. Sheet music is also included, making this irresistible fun!

Carmelita loves to greet everyone in her colorful neighborhood. There are people from so many different cultures! They all like to say hello too, so now Carmelita can say hello in Spanish, English, French, Japanese, and many other languages. And her dog, Manny? Well, he seems to understand everyone, and gives a happy "Woof!" wherever he goes. Caldecott Honor winner Rachel Isadora''s eyecatching collages are full of kid-friendly details like colorful storefronts, pigeons and an ice cream truck, making Carmelita''s neighborhood fun to explore. Emphasizing the rich diversity of America''s neighborhoods, this simple portrait of a child''s day provides a great introduction to the joy of language.

A magic cloak. A hidden passage. A secret underground world beyond imagining. Night after night, the princesses mysteriously wear out their shoes. But how are they doing it? The baffled king promises a great reward to any man who can solve the mystery. From the colorful flurry of the princesses? dressing room to a captivating nighttime scene on an underground lake, Rachel Isadora has revitalized and reimagined this well-loved Brothers Grimm fairy tale by bringing the story of the twelve princesses to Africa. Her collage of blazing colors, rich textures and dramatic shapes evoke the patterns and palette of this beautiful continent. Returning to the lush setting of The Princess and the Pea, the unique presentation of this classic tale is sure to enchant readers with its vibrant imagery.

Sitting in the kitchen of his grandfather''s Chinese restaurant, a young boy enjoys watching the chefs and waiters prepare and serve mouth-watering dishes.

When a prince sets out to find a princess to marry, he soon discovers this is not a simple task. There is no shortage of so-called princesses, but how can he tell whether or not they are what they claim to be? Then one night a great storm rages, there comes a knock on the palace gate, and the prince''s life is never the same . . .

Caldecott Honor winner Rachel Isadora gives readers a stunning new interpretation of this classic Brothers Grimm fairy tale, setting the infamous witch''s cottage deep in a lush African forest. Hansel and Gretel''s plight feels all the more threatening as they''re plunged into the thick, dark jungle of Isadora''s rich collages.

For any toddler who''s caused a bit of trouble by mistake, this book has a surprise with each page turn. Revealing a day in the life of a rambunctious child in bold, bright pastels, Rachel Isadora uses just one word to set the scene. Whether it''s breakfast that ends up all over everything--Uh-oh!--or ice cream that falls to the ground, or the wrong person falling asleep at bedtime, each spread is guaranteed to inspire giggles.

While Jomar and his brother, Franklin, are on their stoop waiting for Grandpa, friends and neighbors come by--whizzing on skates, showing off their new treads, or bouncing a ball. Whether it''s Whassup? or Yo!, Jo''s got a greeting for everyone--until Grandpa arrives and only classic words will do: I love you. With a fresh new style, Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator Rachel Isadora fashions an exuberant intergenerational celebration of language, neighborhoods, and family.

Grandpa Max explains to Ollie the ways their relatives are connected.

Luke is not very good at baseball, but his grandmother and sports star Jackie Robinson encourage him to keep trying.

Describes the struggles and triumphs of a young girl learning and performing ballet.

Ben wants to be a trumpeter, but plays only an imaginary instrument until one of the musicians in a neighborhood night club discovers his ambition.

Join a sweet toddler for some morning fun perfect for sharing with babies, in this playful book by Caldecott Honor winning author Rachel Isadora, author of I Just Want to Say Good Night and I Hear a Pickle. A toddler plays a game of peekaboo, and you''re invited to play too! First there''s Mommy to find, with Daddy not far behind. Then Puppy comes peeking around the corner, and a favorite toy train brings the toddler to Grandma and Grandpa. Rachel Isadora''s brilliant, joyful pastel illustrations capture familiar and cozy people, toys, and animals that will delight babies, who will love finding out what the toddler sees next.

Illustrations and rhyming text evoke the rhythms of jazz music.

This vibrant pop-art alphabet book explodes with vivid color and energy. Everyday objects familiar to children pop off the pages. A fuzzy yellow chick hatches from an egg, a red race car zooms away after filling up with gas, and an umpire calls a baseball player safe at home. The bright colors and bold design are just right for young children. Learning the alphabet is eye-popping fun with this visually stimulating, artfully illustrated ABC book. "The energy and bright colors will captivate young viewers." -School Library Journal

When a snowy evening turns to night, the moon reads a bedtime story.

A lyrical and evocative dreamscape of the Caribbean.

A biography of the famous Austrian composer.

Former professional dancer and Caldecott Honor recipient Rachel Isadora shows readers how dreams and determination can play a leading role in becoming a ballet dancer. Lili loves to dance. She gets dressed in her leotard, tights, and ballet slippers and begins her class. Along with Lili we learn the five dance positions and see some of the roles she may dance when she is older. For boys and girls who want to know about ballet, this is a perfect introduction! * “For the many young children who see themselves as future ballet dancers, here’s a book with practical information to think about and wonderful illustrations to dream on.”—Booklist (starred review) “A delight to the eyes of young ballet fans.”—Horn Book

A colorfully illustrated journal offers space for young ballet students to record the special events and experiences of their dance class, from ballet steps and positions to performances they have seen and recitals in which they have taken part.

South African children gather to welcome home their fathers who have been away for several months working in the mines.

Zolani, who lives in a rural black homeland in South Africa, goes with his mother to visit his Grandma Zindzi.

A very young child names the things she touches. On board pages.

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

Babies enjoy the activities of the day, from eating and dressing up to bathing, drying, and sleeping.

tTous les mercredis, avant son entraînement de base- ball, Max accompagne sa soeur à son cours de danse. Une fois, il accepte de se joindre au groupe et de danser. Max finit par prendre un réel plaisir à pratiquer la danse au milieu de toutes ces filles.