Nancy Tafuri, lauréate du Caldecott Honor, est reconnue pour sa capacité à créer des livres d'images visuellement captivants et émotionnellement parlants. Formée au graphisme, Tafuri aborde l'illustration avec précision et un talent pour les formes audacieuses et colorées qui plaisent aux plus jeunes lecteurs. Son travail, souvent axé sur des concepts et des émotions fondamentaux, vise à favoriser le développement de la petite enfance. Le style distinctif de Tafuri, marqué par une narration visuelle forte, est apprécié par la critique comme par le jeune public.
Young woodland animals express their affection for the hugs from their fathers, each sharing their unique perspective on this special bond. The book features charming illustrations with hidden creatures for readers to discover, making it an engaging experience for children. Through these heartfelt narratives, themes of love and family connection are beautifully conveyed.
The leaves have started to fall. The air is cold. Squirrel needs to get ready for winter. He cannot nibble with the mice. He does not have time to hop with the frogs or run with the dogs. Will this busy little squirrel ever slow down? Focusing on all the charming features of the fall season, this sweetly illustrated story features country animals, pumpkins, leaves, apples and other signs of autumn. Now available as a sturdy board book, the newly redesigned Classic Board Book logo calls out this title's seasonal theme on the front cover.