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13 Stories about Harris
In thirteen brief, illustrated vignettes, young Harris gets into big and little adventures at home, at his best friend Ayana's house, and throughout his diverse city neighborhood.
"That's why they call permanent markers permanent," Harris' mother says as she surveys Harris and Ayana's handiwork in his bedroom.
Thes short, charming tales-- all inspired by author Amy Schwartz's experiences as a parent-- capture a preschooler's sense of wonder and possibility, as well as the beauty of young friendships. With very short text supported by bright illustrations, this is an excellent storytime choice for young readers beginning to read on their own-- or a great choice to share together with the ones you love.
A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
A Bookpage Best Book of the Year
A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
A Bank Street Best Childrens Book of the Year!
Book Details
- Publisher: Holiday House
- Publish Date: May 30th, 2023
- Pages: 40
- Language: English
- Edition: undefined - undefined
- Dimensions: 10.40in - 7.90in - 0.20in - 0.35lb
- EAN: 9780823454143
- Recommended age: 04-08
- Categories: • Social Themes - Friendship• School & Education• Social Themes - Emotions & Feelings
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What people are saying
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@MindyAlyseWeiss @PBChat1 BALLONS FOR PAPA @lizbedia DANCE LIKE A LEAF @aj_irving 13 STORIES ABOUT HARRIS Amy Schwartz LIGHTS ON WONDER ROCK @dc_litchfield LONE WOLF @SarahKurpiel SOAKED @AbiCushman All excellent, all within the past two years. #PBChat
Praise for this book
★ "Bright, clean, colorful illustrations are set against generous white space for maximum impact and appeal. Schwartz has for decades been one of our most tuned-in, honest, and sympathetic chroniclers of childhood; here she is at her absolute best."--The Horn Book, Starred Review
"The illustrations are classic Schwartz, with finely drawn, carefully composed vignettes in vivid colors of children at play. The stories' pacing varies, but each one gets it just right. . . . Put 13 Stories About Harris into the hands of young readers ready for a baker's dozen of whimsical tales."-- Book Page
"Organized into a baker's dozen of vignettes, each of the book's chapters is full of charm and understated humor." --Foreword Reviews
"Schwartz's simple, straightforward diction maps precisely to her delicate line drawings to create nostalgic snapshots that demonstrate the way magic can be found in the mundane."--Publishers Weekly
"Because of their brevity, the chapters leave room for listeners to embellish the stories with their own creativity . . . . Harris gets into some mischief, but the book's tone remains gentle and warm." --Booklist
What people are saying
@12x12Challenge @storytelleradmy @childrensbookac #SCBWI #kidlit by day a child neuropsychologist 🧠.
@MindyAlyseWeiss @PBChat1 BALLONS FOR PAPA @lizbedia DANCE LIKE A LEAF @aj_irving 13 STORIES ABOUT HARRIS Amy Schwartz LIGHTS ON WONDER ROCK @dc_litchfield LONE WOLF @SarahKurpiel SOAKED @AbiCushman All excellent, all within the past two years. #PBChat