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Author: Chris Raschka ,
Chris Raschka
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Imprint: Greenwillow Books
Dimensions:
Width: 25.40cm
, Height: 0.60cm
, Length: 25.40cm
Weight: 0.435kg
ISBN: 9780062937766
ISBN 10: 0062937766
Pages: 32
Publication Date: 12 November 2020
Recommended Age: From 4 to 8 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
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Children's (6-12)
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: To order
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Reviews
A blue table symbolizes and facilitates the connections among family members and between friends. . . . [Raschka's] paintings reflect the action and objects described while adding nuance and detail. . . . A charming and cozy celebration of the places and routines that anchor and connect us. -- <em>Kirkus Reviews </em><strong>(starred review)</strong> A simple story of gathering and gratitude. . . . Bright watercolor pictures will offer opportunities to engage young readers in discussions about what the pictures mean and what they might enjoy for a shared meal. . . . [A] story with an indelible blue table as its hearth. -- School Library Journal
A blue table symbolizes and facilitates the connections among family members and between friends. . . . [Raschka's] paintings reflect the action and objects described while adding nuance and detail. . . . A charming and cozy celebration of the places and routines that anchor and connect us. -- <em>Kirkus Reviews </em><strong>(starred review)</strong> Spare text and images center the titular cerulean table, around which a small family-and later, a second-gathers to share meals and gratitude. . . . Caldecott Medalist Raschka showcases tabletop objects and dishes . . . in colorful illustrations crafted from watercolor and cut-paper collage . . . A gentle picture book that celebrates the joy to be found in both everyday routines and holiday abundance. -- <em>Publishers Weekly</em> <strong>(starred review)</strong> A simple story of gathering and gratitude. . . . Bright watercolor pictures will offer opportunities to engage young readers in discussions about what the pictures mean and what they might enjoy for a shared meal. . . . [A] story with an indelible blue table as its hearth. -- School Library Journal
Author Information
Chris Raschka has illustrated more than 30 books for children. He was awarded the Caldecott Medal for The Hello, Goodbye Window and A Ball for Daisy, and his 1994 book Yo! Yes? received a Caldecott Honor. He is also the creator of the upcoming New Shoes. He was the U.S. nominee for the Hans Christian Andersen Medal in 2012 and 2016. Chris Raschka lives in New York City.
