Houndsley and Catina Plink and Plunk
candlewick sparks
$52.63
- Hardcover
48 pages
- Release Date
14 April 2009
Summary
Houndsley and Catina: Paddling Past Fears
A charming tale about paddling past fears with the help of true friends.
Houndsley loves to canoe. Catina loves to ride bikes. But when Houndsley takes Catina out canoeing, she chatters the whole time, drowning out the sounds Houndsley loves, like the call of birds or the plink and plunk of the paddles.
And when Catina wants to go biking, Houndsley balks at going, even though Bert says he wants to come along.…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780763633851 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0763633852 |
| Series: | Houndsley and Catina |
| Author: | James Howe, Marie-Louise Gay |
| Publisher: | Candlewick Press,U.S. |
| Imprint: | Candlewick Press,U.S. |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 48 |
| Release Date: | 14 April 2009 |
| Weight: | 295g |
| Dimensions: | 237mm x 163mm x 10mm |
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Critics Review
A sweetly engaging story…energetic watercolors brim with personality and humor.—Kirkus ReviewsWith an engaging story, wonderful illustrations, and memorable characters, this title will be a real treat for children who are learning how to read on their own.—Looking Glass ReviewIllustrations glow with warmth and good spirits…an encouraging book on overcoming fears.—BooklistThe message is clear. With the support of true friends a person can overcome just about any obstacle or hurdle… This might open up an interesting dialogue.—BookLoons ReviewsAn excellent book that teaches the value of friends and how they can help a person overcome a secret fear, this is always a great story for beginning readers.—SBParent.com
About The Author
James Howe
James Howe is the acclaimed author of more than seventy books for young readers, including the Houndsley and Catina series and the much lauded Bunnicula and its sequels. He lives in New York State.
Marie-Louise Gay, illustrator of the Houndsley and Catina series, is the award-winning author and illustrator of many other titles, including Rainy Day Magic and the Stella and Sam series. She lives in Montreal.
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