The Worlds Of Tomie Depaola

Author : Barbara Elleman
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 49,5 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.

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2018-10-09
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781481477550

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Quiet by Tomie dePaola Pdf

In this gorgeous and contemplative New York Times bestselling picture book, legendary author-illustrator Tomie dePaola reminds us that mindfulness—being quiet, still, and present with one another—is a very special thing. Everything is in such a hurry, busy as busy can be. The birds are flying so fast, the dragonfly is zooming over the water—even the trees are waving their leaves. So what if we sit here, you next to me…and we can just be?

Author : Barbara Elleman
Publisher : Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2021-03-09
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781534412262

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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.

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780399232466

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26 Fairmount Avenue by Tomie dePaola Pdf

Children's author-illustrator Tomie De Paola describes his experiences at home and in school when he was a boy.

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2013-10-17
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780147509529

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Joy to the World by Tomie dePaola Pdf

A timeless celebration of Christmas from the legendary Newbery and Caldecott Honor winner Tomie dePaola! This collection unifies three of the incomparable Tomie dePaola’s most beloved Christmas stories into one handsome volume. Vividly portrayed and expertly crafted, The Night of Las Posadas, The Story of the Three Wise Kings, and The Legend of the Poinsettia are sure enchant and mesmerize the whole family during the holiday season.

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2018-03-06
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781534414280

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The Clown of God by Tomie dePaola Pdf

This beautiful new edition of Tomie dePaola’s 1978 classic retelling of a French legend stars a little juggler whose unique talent leads him to what might be a Christmas miracle. Little Giovanni is poor and homeless, but he can do something wonderful: he can juggle. The people of Sorrento marvel at his talents, and before long, he becomes famous throughout Italy for his rainbow of colored balls that delight the nobility and townspeople alike. But as the years pass, Giovanni grows old, and his talents begin to fail him. No longer a celebrated performer, he is once again poor and homeless, begging for his food. Until one Christmas Eve, when Giovanni picks up his rainbow of colored balls once more. And what happens next just might be a miracle…

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 51,8 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.

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 19 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1997-06-17
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780525518112

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Tom by Tomie dePaola Pdf

Tom dePaola’s classic illustrations accompany his heartwarming story about his relationship with his grandfather as a small boy. “A delightfully offbeat vignette of boyish mischief reinforcing the bond between generations.”—Kirkus Reviews “DePaola champions the special relationship he had with grandfather. . . . Youngsters will bask in the delicious conspiracy between grandfather and grandson. . . . This book is a treasure.”—Booklist “With gentle humor and his usual master of line and composition, dePaola conveys the strong bond of affection between Tom and little Tommy, from the photo-album snapshot of the proud grandfather holding a baby on the title page to the big hug of the mischief-makers that ends the book.”—Horn Book “Touches of old-world humor add sparkle to the tale.”—Publishers Weekly

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 127 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Bible
ISBN : 0310912350

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Tomie DePaola's Book of Bible Stories by Anonim Pdf

A collection of Bible stories, from Creation to the Resurrection of Christ and the appearance of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost.

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,6 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.”

Author : Tomie DePaola
Publisher : Putnam Publishing Group
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 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.

Author : Tomie DePaola
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2024-09-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:658101955

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The Tomie DePaola Video Library by Tomie DePaola Pdf

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2013-10-17
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780147509529

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Joy to the World by Tomie dePaola Pdf

A timeless celebration of Christmas from the legendary Newbery and Caldecott Honor winner Tomie dePaola! This collection unifies three of the incomparable Tomie dePaola’s most beloved Christmas stories into one handsome volume. Vividly portrayed and expertly crafted, The Night of Las Posadas, The Story of the Three Wise Kings, and The Legend of the Poinsettia are sure enchant and mesmerize the whole family during the holiday season.

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2007-11-06
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780399547904

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Tomie dePaola's Front Porch Tales and North Country Whoppers by Tomie dePaola Pdf

These laugh-out-loud stories from New Hampshire and Vermont are set during the four seasons of the year. The storyteller in his appealing dialect tells little-known tales, among them ?Mothah Skunk? and the night she had to move out with her kits because Sherman Curtis smelled so bad; the escapades of Big Gertie Benson, the lumberjacks? cook and a cousin of the Bunyans in the Midwest; and George Petty, who delivered the mail even during mud season by standing on the back of his horse with only his head sticking out. Interspersed throughout are comic style episodes as an unsuspecting tourist tries to get information from the ?locals.? A delightful preface about living in New Hampshire for the past thirty-five years and visiting the North Country since he was a boy, explains why Tomie dePaola has perfect pitch for the dialect and a genuine appreciation for these unforgettable characters and their understated humor. Perfect for reading aloud to the family or in the classroom with a glossary to help with the pronunciations, these tales are sure to be a hit with Tomie?s fans, young and old.

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2008-07-31
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781101042427

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Why? The War Years by Tomie dePaola Pdf

The latest addition to the Newbery Honor award-winning 26 Fairmount Avenue series. World War II is raging in Europe, and Tomie finds that life has changed in many ways. Now he has to wear an extra sweater to school because they?re trying to conserve coal. Then tragedy brings the war home to the dePaola family, and all Tomie can do is ask ?Why?? Just as he did in I?m Still Scared, the first installment of The War Years, Tomie dePaola touchingly illuminates the emotional confusion of a child?s life during wartime.