Mercy Watson: Something Wonky this Way Comes
(a funny and heartwarming chapter book about a lovable, toast-eating pig - perfect for early readers and kids ages 6-7 in grades k-3)
$23.02
- Paperback
96 pages
- Release Date
8 February 2011
Summary
Mercy Watson and the Wonky Drive-In Movie
A Wall Street Journal 20 Best Children’s Books of the Past 20 Years Selection
“Youngsters are sure to delight in the exploits of this butter-loving pig, savoring the ‘wonky in the extreme’ text and energetic, innocent art.” —School Library Journal
Some may find it wonky to take a pig to the drive-in. But not the Watsons, who think the movie’s title, When Pigs Fly, is inspirational. And not t…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780763652326 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0763652326 |
| Series: | Mercy Watson |
| Author: | Kate DiCamillo, Chris Van Dusen |
| Publisher: | Candlewick Press,U.S. |
| Imprint: | Candlewick Press,U.S. |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 96 |
| Release Date: | 8 February 2011 |
| Weight: | 272g |
| Dimensions: | 207mm x 160mm x 9mm |
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Critics Review
Youngsters are sure to delight in the exploits of this butter-loving pig, savoring DiCamillo’s ‘wonky in the extreme’ text and Van Dusen’s energetic, innocent art.—School Library JournalIt’s truly satisfying to step into the flamboyant world of Mercy Watson and give oneself to the latest adventure.—Yellow Brick Road
About The Author
Kate DiCamillo
Kate DiCamillo is the beloved author of many books for young readers, including the Orris and Timble, Mercy Watson, and Tales from Mercy Watson’s Deckawoo Drive series. Her books Flora & Ulysses and The Tale of Despereaux both received Newbery Medals. A former National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, she lives in Minneapolis.
Chris Van Dusen is the author-illustrator of many books for young readers, including The Circus Ship and Big Truck, Little Island, and the illustrator of the Mercy Watson and Deckawoo Drive series. He lives in Maine.
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