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32 pp.
| Simon/Wiseman
| April, 2016
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TradeISBN 978-1-4814-6266-2$16.99
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EbookISBN 978-1-4814-6267-9
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Illustrated by
Judi Abbot.
In this follow-up to I Love Mom, a dino child describes the ways that Dad is a rock star parent ("Who can make... / a lion's roar so enthusiastic, / a plastic man's / kung-fu kick / so slick?"). The uneven quasi-poetic text is illustrated with happy scenes showing the father-offspring pair engaged in a variety of activities, from bicycle riding to brushing "teesh."
(4)
PS
Illustrated by
Judi Abbot.
Two tiger cubs offer a glowing and loving tribute to Mom, highlighting her considerable talents at playing, baking, bathing, and tucking into bed. Both the uneven rhymed text flavored with cuddly, snuggly imagery and Abbot's warm and sunny color illustrations offer an idealized picture of motherhood that may resonate, especially come Mother's Day.
24 pp.
| Simon/Wiseman
| December, 2012
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TradeISBN 978-1-4424-6606-7$12.99
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PS
Illustrated by
Judi Abbot.
A little panda searches for its ideal hug in this warm celebration of the embrace. The quest takes the cub through the animal kingdoms' many brands of hug and into the galaxy for a simple resolution (that's right under its nose). The cuddly read-aloud rhymes don't always scan, but Abbot's cute-as-can-be illustrations will please preschool viewers.
32 pp.
| Simon/Wiseman
| December, 2011
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TradeISBN 978-1-4424-2769-3$12.99
(4)
PS
Illustrated by
Judi Abbot.
Abbot's deep-hued, soft-edged illustrations join Walsh's playful text to explore the world of kisses, from "kisses on noses" to "kisses on toes-es," frogs, dogs, elephants, and fish kisses. The rhythm falters at times, but it's a quick read-aloud that will likely find an appreciative market among parents and grandparents, especially around Valentine's Day.