Following Papa's Song

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Product Details
Price
$18.99  $17.66
Publisher
Viking Books for Young Readers
Publish Date
Pages
40
Dimensions
11.3 X 9.7 X 0.5 inches | 0.95 pounds
Language
English
Type
Hardcover
EAN/UPC
9780670013159

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About the Author
Gianna Marino spent her early years galloping horses through Golden Gate Park and writing stories of her adventures. She has traveled throughout the world and now lives in Northern California, where she writes and illustrates full time. Visit Gianna at giannamarino.com.
Reviews
PRAISE FOR FOLLOWING PAPA'S SONG

"...exuberant and gorgeous..." --Publishers Weekly, starred review

"...a heartwarming reminder of how children learn to trust and listen for papas' songs in our lives." --School Library Journal, starred review

"This beautifully executed book about the bond between father and child that can be as deep as the darkest sea and powerful enough to help navigate in times of trouble will resonate with readers both young and old." --Kirkus, starred review

"A gorgeous, comforting book that provides a lovely counterpoint to Marino's Meet Me at the Moon (2012)." --Booklist

PRAISE FOR GIANNA'S FIRST BOOK, MEET ME AT THE MOON

"Marino's breathtaking panoramas make an already powerful story sing." --Publishers Weekly, starred review

"The textured mixed-media art paired with the flowing text elevates this title above most missing-mama fare ... Radiating warmth and comfort, this distinguished title strikes home." --Kirkus, starred review

"Heartfelt and sincere, yet never cloying, this will work well one on one or in story hours." --Booklist

PRAISE FOR GIANNA'S SECOND BOOK, TOO TALL HOUSES

"The animals are full of heartfelt emotions, from anger and frustration to happy contentment...This story about friendship and togetherness contains a great lesson without being didactic or moralizing and should be welcome in most collections." --School Library Journal, starred review

"The well-turned, dialogue-rich narrative complements the sunny visuals, making this an excellent choice for one-on-one or group read-alouds...Another winner for rising star Marino." --Kirkus, starred review

"...a story of friendship that youngsters can understand and relate to." --Library Media Connection