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Heckedy Peg

Audrey Wood

Winner:Irma S. & James H. Black Award -Children's Literature (1988)
Winner:Virginia Readers Choice Award -Primary (1989)
Seven children named Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; a witch who intrudes on the peace of their cottage; and a spell only the children's mother can break - these dramatic elements for a story that is both contemporary and timeless. Inspired by a sixteenth-century game still played by children today, this fresh and original story by Audrey Wood is certain to become a classic.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Clarion Books
  • Publish Date: Sep 15th, 1992
  • Pages: 32
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 11.30in - 8.80in - 0.50in - 0.35lb
  • EAN: 9780152336790
  • Recommended age: 04-07
  • Categories: Legends, Myths, Fables - GeneralHolidays & Celebrations - HalloweenFantasy - General

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About the Author

Wood, Don: - Don Wood is the illustrator of many beloved books for children, including the bestselling classic The Napping House, its companion The Full Moon at the Napping House, Caldecott Honor Book King Bidgood's in the Bathtub, Heckedy Peg, Piggies, and Piggy Pie Po, all of which were written by his wife, Audrey Wood. The Woods divide their time between California and Hawaii. www.audreywood.com
Wood, Audrey: - Audrey Wood is the author of many beloved books for children, including the best-selling classic The Napping House, its companion The Full Moon at the Napping House, Caldecott Honor Book King Bidgood's in the Bathtub, Heckedy Peg, Piggies, and Piggy Pie Po, all of which were illustrated by her husband, Don Wood. The Woods divide their time between California and Hawaii. www.audreywood.com

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