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Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded Edition

A Hands-On Guide From Story Creation to Publication

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded Edition

A Hands-On Guide From Story Creation to Publication

By: Ann Whitford Paul

Master the Art of Writing Enthralling Tales for the Youngest pre-and emerging readers! Fully updated and thoroughly revised, Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded Edition is the go-to resource for writers crafting stories for children ages two to eight. You'll learn the unique set of skills it takes to bring your story to life by using tightly focused text and leaving room for the illustrator to be creative. Award-winning author Ann Whitford Paul helps you develop the skills you need by walking you through techniques and exercises specifically for picture book writers. You'll find: • Instruction on generating ideas, creating characters, point-of-view, beginnings and endings, plotting, word count, rhyme, and more • Unique methods for using poetic techniques to enrich your writing • Hands-on revision exercises (get out your scissors, tape, and highlighters) to help identify problems and improve your picture book manuscripts • Updated tips for researching the changing picture book market, approaching publishers, working with an agent, and developing a platform • All new quizzes and examples from picture books throughout • New chapters cover issues such as page turns, agents, and self-publishing Whether you're just starting out as a picture book writer or have tried unsuccessfully to get your work published, Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded Edition is just what you need to craft picture books that will appeal to young children and parents, and agents and editors.

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1440353778

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Who Loves Little Lemur?

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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Who Loves Little Lemur?

By: Ann Whitford Paul

From the author of the bestselling If Animals Kissed Good Night series, an adorable picture book about a little lemur with a big loving family! Who loves Little Lemur? Mama snuggles him near the tamarind tree. Papa feeds him a nighttime snack. Brother and cousins chase and play with him. All day long, no matter what happens, Little Lemur is surrounded by love!

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0374390487

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If Animals Kissed Good Night

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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If Animals Kissed Good Night

By: Ann Whitford Paul

A must-have for any nursery! If Animals Kissed Good Night is a beloved, bestselling picture book that imagines the bedtime rituals of cuddly creatures all across the animal kingdom – making it the perfect read aloud to snuggle up with at the end of each day. What if animals did what YOU do? Giraffe and his calf would stretch their necks high, just beneath the top of the sky. Wolf and pup would kiss and then HOWL, while Bear and cub would kiss and then GROWL! And long after all the other animals have been tucked in tight? Sloth and her baby will still be saying night-night! Featuring playful rhymes and adorable art, little ones can see how creatures, great and small, show affection. Families will giggle along as they imagine the critters that inhabit places near and far. With 3 million copies in print, this is a wonderful gift for baby showers, birthdays, new parents, or any occasion! Don't miss the other books in this adorable series: If Animals Said I Love You, If Animals Celebrated Christmas, If Animals Went to School, If Animals Gave Thanks, If Animals Tried to Be Kind, If Animals Trick-or-Treated, and If Animals Went to Work.

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0374394342

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If Animals Went to Work

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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If Animals Went to Work

By: Ann Whitford Paul

From creators Ann Whitford Paul and David Walker of the If Animals Kissed Good Night series comes another adorable picture book that reimagines animals as community helpers, such as doctors, teachers, librarians, and firefighters. If animals went to work . . . what would they do? Mail carrier Kangaroo would carry cards and packages in her pouch. Librarian Owl would read books aloud. And Snake would rat-rattle to let everyone know about the wet cement and construction zone in the road. Across the animal kingdom, every creature would be helpful in their own special way. Don't miss the other books in the bestselling If Animals Kissed Good Night series: If Animals Kissed Good Night, If Animals Said I Love You, If Animals Celebrated Christmas, If Animals Went to School, If Animals Gave Thanks, and If Animals Tried to be Kind!

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0374392579

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If Animals Went to School

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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If Animals Went to School

By: Ann Whitford Paul

A must-have for any nursery! If Animals Went to School is a beloved picture book in the bestselling If Animals Kissed Goodnight series that imagines what creatures from all across the animal kingdom might do in the classroom – making it the perfect gift for teachers and educators as well as a great read aloud at home. What if animals did what YOU do? Beaver would practice counting with sticks. Goat would snack on the storybooks. And at recess, Goose would glide down Giraffe’s neck slide! Across the animal kingdom, every creature would learn, play, and make new friends. Featuring playful rhymes and adorable art, little ones can see how creatures, great and small, learn together. Families will giggle along as they imagine the critters that inhabit places near and far. This is a wonderful gift for baby showers, birthdays, new parents, or any occasion! Don't miss the other books in this adorable series: If Animals Kissed Good Night, If Animals Said I Love You, If Animals Celebrated Christmas, If Animals Gave Thanks, If Animals Tried to Be Kind, If Animals Trick-or-Treated, and If Animals Went to Work.

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1466899212

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If Animals Celebrated Christmas

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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If Animals Celebrated Christmas

By: Ann Whitford Paul

In the same vein as IF ANIMALS KISSED GOOD NIGHT, this new picture book from Ann Whitford Paul and David Walker explores how different members of the animal kingdom might spend the Christmas season. If animals said Merry Christmas like we do . . .how would they say it? Tortoise would hiss a holiday wish. Crane would croon joyful carols, and Mama and Papa Buffalo would kiss beneath the mistletoe. Aross the animal kingdom, every creature would celebrate this magical season. If Animals Celebrated Christmas is sure to be a holiday favorite

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0374309019

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If Animals Said I Love You

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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If Animals Said I Love You

By: Ann Whitford Paul

A must-have for any nursery! If Animals Said I Love You is a beloved picture book in the bestselling If Animals Kissed Goodnight series that imagines heartfelt gestures from creatures all across the animal kingdom – making it the perfect bedtime read aloud to snuggle up with at the end of each day. What if animals did what YOU do? If animals said “I love you” like we do...how would they say it? Ostrich would boom it with wings spread wide. Impala would speak with a leapity-leap. Gorilla would add a loud chest, slap-slap. And across the animal kingdom, every creature would show love in a unique way. Featuring playful rhymes and adorable art, little ones can see how creatures, great and small, show affection. Families will giggle along as they imagine the critters that inhabit places near and far. This is a wonderful gift for baby showers, birthdays, new parents, or any occasion! Don't miss the other books in this adorable series: If Animals Kissed Goodnight, If Animals Celebrated Christmas, If Animals Went to School, If Animals Gave Thanks, If Animals Tried to Be Kind, If Animals Trick-or-Treated, and If Animals Went to Work.

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Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded Edition

A Hands-On Guide From Story Creation to Publication

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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A Hands-On Guide From Story Creation to Publication

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Hop! Hop! Hop!

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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Hop! Hop! Hop!

By: Ann Whitford Paul

Little Rabbit follows Big Rabbit as he hops over puddles and rocks, until Little Rabbit discovers that things work better if he does it his own way.

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Random House Books for Young Readers

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0375845372

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The Seasons Sewn

A Year in Patchwork

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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The Seasons Sewn

A Year in Patchwork

By: Ann Whitford Paul

Shows how the patterns and pattern names in patchwork reflect life on the frontier in the nineteenth century.

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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

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0152021078

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9780152021078

Happy Endings

A Story About Suffixes

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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Happy Endings

A Story About Suffixes

By: Ann Whitford Paul

The high-energy, whimsical team that delivered the three previous titles in this Language Arts Library now presents ta da! word endings! Entertaining and enthralling, this readalong makes learning about suffixes memorable and fun!

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Lerner Publishing Group

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1430130091

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Mañana, Iguana

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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Mañana, Iguana

By: Ann Whitford Paul

A comical takeoff on the familiar Little Red Hen story, this upbeat read-along is brought vividly to life through Brian and Rosi Amador's tandem narration. ...Soft Latin background music is a lilting accompaniment." -Booklist

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1430130261

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Learning at Home Pre K-3

Homework Activities that Engage Children and Families

By: Ann Barbour

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Learning at Home Pre K-3

Homework Activities that Engage Children and Families

By: Ann Barbour

Establish a strong home-school connection through family activities that extend...

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Skyhorse Publishing Inc.

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1616085487

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9781616085483

If Animals Tried to Be Kind

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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If Animals Tried to Be Kind

By: Ann Whitford Paul

Don't miss the other books in this adorable series: If Animals Kissed Good Night, If Animals Said I Love You, If Animals Celebrated Christmas, If Animals Went to School, and If Animals Gave Thanks! What if animals did what YOU do? This adorable story by Ann Whitford Paul and David Walker imagines how animals would show kindness! If animals tried to be kind. . .what would they do? Porcupine would knit Giraffe a long scarf. Squirrel would help Dog diggity-dig for a bone. And Bear would surprise Snake with a honey cake. Across the animal kingdom, every creature would be kind in their own special way.

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0374389896

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If Animals Went to Work

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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If Animals Went to Work

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If Animals Said I Love You

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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If Animals Said I Love You

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This companion to the successful If Animals Kissed Good Night (over 200,000 copies sold ) imagines how animals would say "I love you." If animals said "I love you" like we do...how would they say it? Whale would make bubbles shoot from her spout. Boa would give her hatchlings a hug. Gorilla would snuggle his child to sleep. And across the animal kingdom, every creature would show love in a special way. Ann Whitford Paul and David Walker are back with If Animals Said I Love You, a sweet imagining of love in the animal world.

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0374306028

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Everything to Spend the Night--from A to Z

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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Everything to Spend the Night--from A to Z

By: Ann Whitford Paul

While showing her grandfather all the things, from A to Z, that she has brought with her to spend the night, a little girl suddenly realizes that she forgot one important item.

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If Animals Kissed Good Night

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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If Animals Kissed Good Night

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The bestselling book in Ann Whitford Paul and David Walker's adorable animal series--and don't miss the follow-up, If Animals Said I Love You If animals kissed like we kiss good night, Giraffe and his calf would stretch their necks high and kiss just beneath the top of the sky. In a cozy bedtime chat with her mom, a young girl wonders how animal families might say good night. Would Wolf and his pup "kiss and then HOWL"? Would Bear and her cub "kiss and then GROWL"? But what about Sloth and her baby? They move soooo slooowwwww . . . they're sure to be kissing from early evening until long after everyone else is fast asleep With whimsical art and playful rhyming verse, this board book is perfect for bedtime snuggles.

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Macmillan

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0374300216

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Who Loves Little Lemur?

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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Who Loves Little Lemur?

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If Animals Celebrated Christmas

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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If Animals Celebrated Christmas

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A must-have for any nursery! If Animals Celebrated Christmas is a beloved picture book in the bestselling If Animals Kissed Goodnight series that imagines how creatures from all across the animal kingdom might celebrate the holidays– making it the perfect bedtime read aloud to snuggle up with in the wintertime. What if animals did what YOU do? Tortoise would hiss a holiday wish. Crane would croon joyful carols. Mama and Papa Buffalo would kiss beneath the mistletoe. Every creature would deck the halls for this magical and festive season! Featuring playful rhymes and adorable art, little ones can see how creatures, great and small, celebrate together. Families will giggle along as they imagine the critters that inhabit places near and far. This is a wonderful gift for baby showers, birthdays, new parents, or any occasion! Don't miss the other books in this adorable series: If Animals Kissed Good Night, If Animals Said I Love You, If Animals Went to School, If Animals Gave Thanks, If Animals Tried to Be Kind, If Animals Trick-or-Treated, and If Animals Went to Work.

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If Animals Trick-or-Treated

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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If Animals Trick-or-Treated

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A must-have for any nursery! If Animals Trick-or-Treated is a beloved picture book in the bestselling If Animals Kissed Goodnight series that imagines how creatures from all across the animal kingdom experience Halloween night– making it the perfect read aloud for your littlest trick-or-treaters! What if animals did what YOU do? Owlet and Mama would carve pumpkins together and read scary stories feather to feather. Zebra Foal would prance-prance in a costume of spots, while Little Leopard would run wearing stripes—lots and lots! Together every creature would knock-knock-knock at nests, outside dens, and under rocks to collect yummy sweets. Featuring playful rhymes and adorable art, little ones can see how creatures, great and small, celebrate Halloween. Families will giggle along as they imagine the critters that inhabit places near and far. A wonderful gift for baby showers, birthdays, new parents, or any occasion! Don't miss the other books in this adorable series: If Animals Kissed Good Night, If Animals Said I Love You, If Animals Celebrated Christmas, If Animals Went to School, If Animals Gave Thanks, If Animals Tried to Be Kind, and If Animals Went to Work.

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037439136X

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If Animals Gave Thanks

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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If Animals Gave Thanks

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A must-have for any nursery! If Animals Gave Thanks is a beloved picture book in the bestselling If Animals Kissed Goodnight series that imagines how creatures from all across the animal kingdom might share their gratitude – making it the perfect for read alouds during the fall season and Thanksgiving. What if animals did what YOU do? Raccoon would chir-chirrrr thanks for her cub. Crow would loop and swoop in the sky. And Bear would invite his friends to a bountiful feast. Across the animal kingdom, every creature would be grateful for food, family, and being together. Featuring playful rhymes and adorable art, little ones can see how creatures, great and small, show thankfulness. Families will giggle along as they imagine the critters that inhabit places near and far. A wonderful gift for baby showers, birthdays, new parents, or any occasion! Don't miss the other books in this adorable series: If Animals Kissed Good Night, If Animals Said I Love You, If Animals Celebrated Christmas, If Animals Went to School, If Animals Tried to Be Kind, If Animals Trick-or-Treated, and If Animals Went to Work.

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If Animals Went to School

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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Count on Culebra

Go From 1 to 10 in Spanish

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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Count on Culebra

Go From 1 to 10 in Spanish

By: Ann Whitford Paul

In this third book about the four friends -- Conejo (a rabbit), Tortuga (a tortoise), Culebra (a snake) and Iguana -- bilingual counting and vocabulary are the backdrop for a humorous tale. When Conejo can't make her cactus butter dulces because she stubbed her toe, Culebra devises a very loud and ingenious plan to help her forget her pain and get all the friends involved in making the candy. A glossary, pronunciation guide and a no-cook recipe are included.

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1430129905

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If Animals Gave Thanks

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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If Animals Trick-or-Treated

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Worm Watching and Other Wonderful Ways to Teach Children to Pray

By: Ann V. Ingalls,Maryann MacDonald

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Worm Watching and Other Wonderful Ways to Teach Children to Pray

By: Ann V. Ingalls,Maryann MacDonald

Worm Watching and Other Wonderful Ways to Help Children to Pray," a delightful book from sibling authors Ann Ingalls and Maryann Macdonald, will help you to explore children’s prayer. The authors assist parents and educators with teaching children a good habit of prayer through play. We know children love to play, so help them to play and pray at the same time.

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The Pilgrim Press

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0829819533

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Fiesta Fiasco

By: Ann Whitford Paul

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Fiesta Fiasco

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Brian and Rosi Amador perform the story with energy and a smile, giving distinct voices to each character and presenting the Spanish-language words (nicely defined in the text and in an accompanying glossary) with brío. Light original music with a Mexican flavor dances in the background. A delightful production." -School Library Journal

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