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The Magical World of Strega Nona: a Treasury

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2015-10-27
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780399173455

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The Magical World of Strega Nona: a Treasury by Tomie dePaola Pdf

Enter the marvelous, magical world of Strega Nona! This wonderful treasury features six favorite stories about Strega Nona and her sidekick, the bumbling Big Anthony—including the original Strega Nona, as well as Strega Nona Meets Her Match, Strega Nona: Her Story, Strega Nona Takes a Vacation, Strega Nona’s Harvest, and Strega Nona’s Gift. Tomie’s brand-new introductions to each story take readers behind the scenes to see how Strega Nona’s world has developed through the years. Also including an original lullaby—with sheet music and a CD—a map of Strega Nona’s town, and some fun recipes, this collection will give readers and music lovers much to savor. Strega Nona, Tomie dePaola’s beloved “grandmother witch,” has been enchanting readers since the publication of the Caldecott Honor Award–winning Strega Nona in 1975. Strega Nona’s gentle humor, irrepressible spirit, and matter-of-fact approach to life have won her legions of fans young and old, and the American Library Association called her “an enduring character who has charmed generations of children.”

Strega Nona's Magic Lessons

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2017-12-05
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781481477598

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Strega Nona's Magic Lessons by Tomie dePaola Pdf

Big Anthony disguises himself as a girl in order to take magic lessons from Strega Nona.

Strega Nona Takes a Vacation

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2000-09-11
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781101653197

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Strega Nona Takes a Vacation by Tomie dePaola Pdf

It has been a long time since Strega Nona had a vacation. At night she dreams she's at her Grandma Concetta's little house by the seashore. During the day she hears Grandma Concetta's voice saying, "Vieni, Nonalina, come." Soon even Big Anthony notices that Strega Nona is distracted--she gives the Mayor the wrong remedy for his headache! Everybody says, "Strega Nona needs a vacation!" But when she sends bubble bath to Bambolona and candy to Big Anthony, greedy Bambolona takes the candy for herself, leaving Big Anthony--and the town--in a sea of bubbles! Only Big Anthony, famous for his problem with pasta, could have trouble like this with soap! Award-winning artist/author Tomie dePaola brings us a warm and very funny addition to the stories of his most beloved character, Strega Nona.

Merry Christmas, Strega Nona

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2023-09-12
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781481477659

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Merry Christmas, Strega Nona by Tomie dePaola Pdf

In this holiday follow-up to Tomie dePaola’s Caldecott Honor–winning Strega Nona, our favorite Grandma-Witch is back and bringing her magic to Christmas with a town feast—can she count on Big Anthony as her only helper? It’s Christmas time in Calabria and with Strega Nona’s annual feast around the corner, she has no time for her usual magical tasks. Christmas has a magic of its own, and no one knows magic like Strega Nona does, especially Big Anthony. But with the clock ticking on her preparations, will Big Anthony finally be able to prove that he can be counted on with some magic of his own? With warm illustrations in Tomie’s classic folk-art style, this refreshed addition to the Strega Nona series is a must-have for fans of all ages.

Big Anthony and the Magic Ring

Author : Tomie DePaola
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0152071245

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Big Anthony and the Magic Ring by Tomie DePaola Pdf

When Big Anthony borrows Strega Nona's magic ring to turn himself into a handsome man, he gets more trouble than fun.

Strega Nona Meets Her Match

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1996-07-16
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781101653814

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Strega Nona Meets Her Match by Tomie dePaola Pdf

Tomie dePaola’s beloved and bestselling Strega Nona gets in some friendly competition in this beloved addition to the series! Strega Nona (Grandma Witch) has cures for warts and headaches, even lovesickness. She uses old-fashioned potions and magic and the villagers in Calabria flock to her door. But when her friend Strega Amelia comes over the mountain for a visit, she brings more than just gossip. Soon she's set up her own shop, using the latest modern gadgets, offering sweets and cappuccino--to all of Strega Nona's regulars! Looks like Strega Nona's met her match, Unless she's got her own cure. For Strega Amelia! "A pleasure to read aloud, this features the broad humor that young children relish."—Booklist

The Legend of Old Befana

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2017-11-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781481477635

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The Legend of Old Befana by Tomie dePaola Pdf

Because Befana's household chores kept her from finding the Baby King, she searches to this day, leaving gifts for children on the Feast of the Three Kings.

Strega Nona, Her Story

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 35 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2000-09-11
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781101651971

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Strega Nona, Her Story by Tomie dePaola Pdf

This is the beloved Strega Nona's own story, every detail just as she remembers it, from her childhood with Grandma Concetta, who trained young Nona and her best friend Amelia, to her early days in the little house on the hill and the happy moments when she met Big Anthony and Bambolona. It is the story of a most fascinating life that has influenced and delighted countless children and adults all over the world, and it all starts with the night Strega Nona was born, when the wind was blowing dark storm clouds across the hills . . . It's no surprise that award-winning author and artist Tomie dePaola was Strega Nona's choice as her biographer and portraitist, for he has put into books many stories that she has shared with him over the years, including Strega Nona (a Caldecott Honor Book), Strega Nona Meets Her Match, Strega Nona Takes a Vacation, Strega Nona's Harvest, Strega Nona's Gift, and Strega Nona Does It Again. Strega Nona's reaction when shown this book was, "Bravissimo, mio caro Tomie!"

Tomie DePaola's Big Book of Favorite Legends

Author : Tomie DePaola
Publisher : Putnam Publishing Group
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0399250352

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Tomie DePaola's Big Book of Favorite Legends by Tomie DePaola Pdf

Presents a collection of favorite legends of the author.

The Prince of the Dolomites

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt P
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Folklore
ISBN : UOM:39015010715962

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The Prince of the Dolomites by Anonim Pdf

Because of the love of Prince Pazzo of the Dolomites for Princess Lucia of the Moon, the black peaks of the Dolomite mountains are changed to glimmering white, blue, pink, and yellow.

Strega Nona

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Perfection Learning
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Picture books for children
ISBN : 0812448316

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Strega Nona by Tomie dePaola Pdf

In his Caldecott Honor book, dePaolo tells the story of Strega Nona, who is the source for potions, cures, magic, and comfort in her Calabrian town. When Strega Nona leaves him alone with her magic pasta pot, Big Anthony is determined to show the townspeople how it works.

Beyond the Pond

Author : Joseph Kuefler
Publisher : Balzer + Bray
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2015-10-06
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0062364278

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Beyond the Pond by Joseph Kuefler Pdf

A stunning picture book about the power of imagination, perfect for fans of Extra Yarn and Journey, from debut author-illustrator Joseph Kuefler. Just behind an ordinary house filled with too little fun, Ernest D. decides that today will be the day he explores the depths of his pond. Beyond the pond, he discovers a not-so-ordinary world that will change him forever.

Mirror Magic

Author : Linda Chapman
Publisher : Tiger Tales
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2020-03-03
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 168010182X

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Mirror Magic by Linda Chapman Pdf

Do you believe in magic? Mia and her friends do! And when they meet the Star Animals, a whole world of magical adventures unfolds in this new chapter book series featuring black and white illustrations throughout. Mia and her star animal, a fox named Bracken, must use their special powers to stop the forces of dark magic. Mia's older sister has started acting strangely and the Star Animals sense dark magic at work. Soon Mia discovers that the new compact mirror that her sister, Cleo, has been using must be to blame. Can the girls use their newfound Star Magic to help make things right? In the Star Friends chapter book series, Mia and her friends Lexi, Sita, and Violet all discover that they are Star Friends -- they can communicate with the animals that have traveled from the Star World. The animals show the girls how to use their unique magic abilities to do good. A whole world of magical adventures awaits!

The Worlds of Tomie dePaola

Author : Barbara Elleman
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2021-03-09
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781534412279

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The Worlds of Tomie dePaola by Barbara Elleman Pdf

Barbara Elleman’s insightful biography on Tomie dePaola captures the essence of the beloved author-illustrator through engaging stories, childhood photos, countless illustrations, and thoughtful analysis of decades of celebrated books. Tomie dePaola is one of the best-known and most beloved creators of books for children. His art and his stories, which are filled with imagination, humor, grace, and curiosity, represent a love of life that is reflected in everything he does. Barbara Elleman’s exploration of Tomie dePaola’s career takes a fascinating look at the many worlds dePaola has brought to life through his work: from autobiographical memories to folktales, religious stories, nursery rhymes, and more—including, of course, the inventive world of his most famous character, Strega Nona. Originally published in 1999 and filled with evocative artwork, captivating photographs, and heartwarming anecdotes, this comprehensive book has been updated to cover two new decades of dePaola’s creativity. Elleman’s thoughtful narrative brings a fresh appreciation to the work of a unique author-illustrator, one who is a true legend of children’s literature and a source of lasting joy for generations of readers, young and old.

Strega Nona's Magic Lessons

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0152817867

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Strega Nona's Magic Lessons by Anonim Pdf

Big Anthony disguises himself as a girl in order to take magic lessons from Strega Nona.