A Ball for Daisy by Chris Raschka - ISBN: 9780553537239
Board Book
Lost ball, big feelings, happy ending: a wordless, heartfelt story.

A Ball for Daisy

(Caldecott Medal Winner)

$22.72

  • Board Book

    36 pages

  • Release Date

    4 January 2016

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Summary

CALDECOTT MEDAL WINNER . NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

This charming, wordless board book vibrantly explores the joy and sadness that having a special toy can bring.

A KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST PICTURE BOOK OF THE CENTURY

“Raschka’s genius lies in capturing the essence of situations that are deeply felt by children.” -School Library Journal (starred review)

Daisy is a dog whose world revolves around her favorite toy ball. She always has it with her—on walks, during naps …

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780553537239
ISBN-10:0553537237
Author:Chris Raschka
Publisher:Random House USA Inc
Imprint:Random House Books for Young Readers
Format:Board Book
Number of Pages:36
Release Date:4 January 2016
Weight:476g
Dimensions:192mm x 181mm x 24mm
What They're Saying

Critics Review

2012 Randolph Caldecott Medal Winner

Starred Review, School Library Journal, August 2011:
“Raschka’s genius lies in capturing the essence of situations that are deeply felt by children.”

Starred Review, Horn Book, September/October 2011:
“a story that is noteworthy for both its artistry and its child appeal.”

Starred Review, Kirkus Reviews, December 1, 2011:
“Rarely, perhaps never, has so steep an emotional arc been drawn with such utter, winning simplicity.”

About The Author

Chris Raschka

Chris Raschka has written and/or illustrated over 30 books for children, including The Purple Balloon, called “deceptively simple and beautifully direct” by Kirkus Reviews. His other books include Good Sports, an ALA Notable Book; the 2006 Caldecott Medal winning title, The Hello, Goodbye Window; the Caldecott Honor Books Yo! Yes?; and Mysterious Thelonius.

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