Queenie Quail Can't Keep Up by Jane Whittingham (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Queenie Quail Can't Keep Up by Jane Whittingham, Emma Pedersen From the author of Wild One, an enchanting story of about slowing down to notice the world and stepping up to impact it FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description * From the lauded author of Wild One and A Good Day for Ducks* Up-and-coming illustrator* An affirming story for children who are always being scolded for slowness* Stunning, dream-like art Author Biography Jane Whittingham is a librarian from Burnaby, British Columbia, and earned her Masters of Library and Information Sciences at UBC with an emphasis on childrens librarianship and literature. Much like the adventurous main characters in her fiction picture books, Wild One, A Good Day for Ducks, and Queenie Quail Cant Keep Up, Jane loves to explore. And much like the children photographed in her nonfiction picture book Animals Move, she loves a lively story time!Emma Pedersen is an illustrator and concept artist with a love for visual storytelling and character design. With BFAs from the Ontario College of Art and Design in drawing and painting, and from Sheridan College in illustration, Emma specializes in childrens illustration. Her first picture book is Queenie Quail Cant Keep Up (2019). Emma lives in Toronto, Ontario, with her partner and a beloved, and smelly, little dog. Review Praise for Queenie Quail Cant Keep Up"Bright, swirling, busy spreads in warm gouache colors enhance this simple tale of a family of California quails, reminiscent of Make Way for Ducklings....[Whittingham employs] rhythm and repetition to both delineate characters and propel the plot. Pedersen imbues her quail chicks with lots of personality by focusing on their wide, white faces and bouncing topknots."—Kirkus Reviews"Especially winsome are close-ups of Queenie...The lovely illustrations and lyrical language, the pairing of curiosity and caution, and the opportunity for youngsters to join in the reading make this a great choice for group sharing."—School Library Journal"Spring colors abound in green grass and clover, fluffy yellow chicks, and indigo-plumed parents as the quails learn a lesson from their littlest one about appreciating the beauty all around us."—Foreword Reviews"A well crafted picture book story...in which author Jane Whittinghams original tale is deftly supported by illustrator Emma Pedersen thoroughly charming artwork, Queenie Quail Cant Keep Up will prove to be an immediate and enduringly popular addition."—Midwest Book Review"Beautiful, bright, nature illustrations grace the pages (very appropriately) in this story about a little quail who couldnt keep up with her hurried parents and siblings."—Youth Services Book Review"[Queenie Quail Cant Keep Up] is a fun read aloud because many of the pages have repeating phrases of onomatopoeia....The gouache illustrations contain suspense because the children will wonder what Queenie sees...There are not a lot of picture books about quails, so this would be a wonderful way to introduce children to these fun birds commonly found in many forests of the world."—Resource Links"Queenie Quail Cant Keep Up is such a beautifully written story...The details in the writing and in the illustrations, along with the repetition in the text, make Queenie Quail Cant Keep Up an excellent read-a-loud that will keep young readers engaged until the end. Highly Recommended."—CM Magazine"[A] charming read-aloud that adults will love sharing and kids will enthusiastically chime in on during the fun repeated phrases....Pedersens lovely gauche paintings are as fresh as a spring meadow and will entice kids and adults to take a nice slow walk together. A unique and tender story that will have children entranced from the first page, Queenie Quail Cant Keep Up will be a favorite on home, school, and public library shelves."—Celebrate Picture Books"Though quails are usually very quiet unless startled, Jane Whittingham gives them voice in Queenie Quail Cant Keep Up and your little ones will enjoy the repetitive chirps of the quails as they move and urge Queenie to hurry....Queenie Quail may be a challenge for her family because she doesnt march to the same drummer as they do but that same difference also makes her an asset. Her observational skills and appreciation of what she sees around her is a testimonial to the benefit of mindfulness, taking in the moment and all it entails."—CanLit for LittleCanadians"Queenie Quail Cant Keep Up is great, bouyant and chirpy reading fun, filled with energy, rhythm, repetition and marvelous artwork....Readers on the lookout for a lovely new storytime read aloud to try for preschool ages and up, or for a new cuddly story to share, Queenie Quail Cant Keep Up is one to reach for!"—Fab Book Reviews"Not just an appealing book for young readers who can relate to the protagonist, Queenie reminds parents (like me) to slow down and appreciate the natural curiosity of their children–children who have an innate ability to really see all the beauty in this world....The illustrations by Emma Pederson are gorgeous, colourful gouache paintings reminiscent of the books of my childhood."—Kids Make Mess"Queenie Quail Cant Keep Up makes a fantastic read aloud. Your listeners will want to join in on all the repetitious parts of the story, the hurry, hurry, hurry and the tap, tap, tap. The story is engaging and fun and so impeccably illustrated. Emma Pedersens illustrations just scream Spring!"—Storytime with Stephanie"This engaging picture book uses word repetition, alliteration, imagery, and onomatopoeia to bring the story of this young bird and her family to life....[A] delightful story of stopping to take delight in the world around us, and valuing the contributions that we may not always recognize as being helpful."—Canadian Bookworm"[A]n adorable book...I love Pedersens illustrations and I love how Queenie stops to enjoy the little things in life, but knows when she has to hurry."—Book Time"We rated this book: 5/5…I like Queenie Quail because she is sort of like me; I sometimes cant keep up with my family because I like to stop and look at little things in nature, like rollie pollie bugs, flowers, and butterflies. I noticed that the illustrator drew Queenie Quail to have a blue feather on her head, so you can tell the difference between her and her brothers and sisters....I recommend Queenie Quail Cant Keep Up to little kids as a bedtime story."—Avery, Age 8, Kids BookBuzz Review Quote "Though quails are usually very quiet unless startled, Jane Whittingham gives them voice in Queenie Quail Cant Keep Up and your little ones will enjoy the repetitive chirps of the quails as they move and urge Queenie to hurry....Queenie Quail may be a challenge for her family because she doesnt march to the same drummer as they do but that same difference also makes her an asset. Her observational skills and appreciation of what she sees around her is a testimonial to the benefit of mindfulness, taking in the moment and all it entails." Description for Sales People * From the lauded author of Wild One and A Good Day for Ducks* Up-and-coming illustrator* An affirming story for children who are always being scolded for slowness* Stunning, dream-like art Description for Library Busy observing the world, Queenie Quail is often admonished to keep up with her parents and nine siblings. When Queenies watchful eye spots a cat in the grass, she rescues her family from danger and teaches them the value of slowing down. Details ISBN1772780677 Author Emma Pedersen Short Title QUEENIE QUAIL CANT KEEP UP Pages 32 Audience Age 3-7 Publisher Pajama Press Language English Illustrator Emma Pedersen ISBN-10 1772780677 ISBN-13 9781772780673 Format Hardcover DEWEY E Year 2019 Imprint Pajama Press Place of Publication Toronto Country of Publication Canada Publication Date 2019-05-02 UK Release Date 2019-05-02 Illustrations Illustrations, color Audience Children / Juvenile AU Release Date 2019-06-20 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:138099115;

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