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Gus Gordon
Two insects face a decision about the final peach of the season: whether to eat it and what might follow if they do. Their entire story unfolds through dialogue as they weigh the choice. The two voices are distinguished by gray and red type, while mixed-media illustrations accompany their conversation. A wordless visual turn closes the tale.
This book appears on 2 reading lists across 1 edition from 2 organizations.
How to Read a BookKwame AlexanderA poem presents reading as an experience to savor, using the image of peeling and eating a clementine. It treats books as places for refuge and discovery, inviting readers to linger over words rather than hurry. Hand-lettered text is integrated with mixed-media artwork, old-book snippets, covers, and foldout elements that make turning through the pages part of the reading experience.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD770LATOS Book Level 2.8On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Paper Son: The Inspiring Story of Tyrus Wong, Immigrant and ArtistJulie LeungThis picture-book biography follows Geng Yeo, who came to the United States at nine with his father under false histories used to evade racist immigration laws. He loved art as a child and later worked as an animator at Disney. While developing Bambi, his spare sketches shaped the film’s visual landscapes, though he received only a background-artist credit. In later life, he made kites.The ArtsOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Little Green HenAlison MurrayIn a reworking of “The Little Red Hen,” Little Green Hen plants seeds from an old apple tree and tends a growing orchard. Dog prunes the trees, Sparrow protects leaves and fruit, and Squirrel harvests, while Peacock, Fox, and Cat refuse to help. Days of rain flood the reluctant animals out of their homes, and they shelter with Little Green Hen and her helpers. Afterward, everyone joins the cleanup and helps care for the orchard.Picture Books for Young ChildrenOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details