books by the author, click Linda Glaser
Houghton Mifflin, October 2005
ISBN 978-0-618-56301-2
Teacher Guide available
Ages 9-12
The year is 1920 and the setting is a shtetl, a small village in northern
Poland, where Fivel and his family live in fear of the ruthless Cossacks and
unpredictable pogroms. As he and his mother, brother, and sisters
struggle to stay alive, nine-year-old Fivel is hungry, is cold, is a rascal, is
goodhearted, longs for his father, and is afraid for their lives. Will the
money from America ever come? Has their father forgotten about them,
perhaps even found another family? When will the next horrific Cossack
raid come?
Here is an absorbing, ultimately hopeful novel that creates an
unforgettable portrait of a family, a time, and the bridging of two worlds.
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"Seasoned picture book author Glaser offers a compelling historical
fiction ........ readers will appreciate Fivel's direct, unaffected perspectivce
on the hardships of the old country and the often-messy process of
adjusting to an alien culture."
-- Booklist
"Even relunctant readers will enjoy this riveting account and sensitive
portrayal of what it means to be an immigrant."
-- School Library Journal
"Glaser's first novel is an inspirational story that's clearly a labor of love
and tribute. A fine addition to collections on the immigrant experience."
-- Kirkus
"The book is written with heartfelt respect and love for the characters and
for the generation that braved the hardships of immigration. This attitude
gives the story an inner glow and brings it to life. Glaser loves
the people she writes about, and she makes readers love them too."
-- Heidi Estrin, host of The Book of Life podcast
Banks Street Best Children's Book of the Year
Sydney Taylor Notable Book
Minnesota Book Award Finalist
MN Delta Kappa Gamma, Jeannette Fair Award
Selected for Maryland's Black-Eyed Susan Book Award Reading List
2008 Reading Olympics Book
and inside pages
Linda Glaser and Phil (Fivel) Myzel
by Heidi Estrin,
Host of The Book of Life Podcast
Illustrated by Mia Posada
Lerner Publications
ISBN 978-0-8225-6753-0
Follow the life cycle of a dragonfly. Watch a clutch of eggs hatch into tiny
dragonfly nymphs. Follow one as she grows and sheds her skin again,
escapes from a big fish, eats little fish, sheds and grows some more.
Then soar with her through the sunlight as she tries out her beautiful
new wings.
Mia Posada’s stunning mixed media illustrations add to the dramatic
affect.
The last pages include answers to questions such as: How long have
dragonflies lived on Earth? How fast can dragonflies fly? Where are
dragonflies found?
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Praise from dragonfly expert:
"Dazzling Dragonflies nails the basic life-history of dragonflies.
This delightful book uses kid-friendly language without
compromising the facts. Illustrator Mia Posada's images are
gorgeous and rich while still paying attention to the details of
these complex insects. Teachers, naturalists and parents
will find this book very useful for introducing young children
to the life-cycle of insects with incomplete metamorphosis
(plus it's a fun read!). Tops my list for kids' insect books."
-- Kurt Mead, award winning author of
Dragonflies of the North Woods
and inside pages
Illustrated by Gay W. Holland
Lerner Publishing, 2006
ISBN 978-0-7613-2887-2
"high in a round leafy nest, so tiny and new, all pink and helpless,"
through all the seasons--"chit chit chattering in the leafy summer
trees," burying nuts in the fall, and soaring and leaping adding "life and
grace to the winter trees and air."
While introducing young children to the life cycle of gray squirrels,
the simple lyrical text also offers interesting tidbits such as the many
ways squirrels use their tails--including for steering and balancing as
they leap and climb and "oops! like a parachute--puffed out just in time."
Gay Holland 's lively and appealing illustrations depict squirrels that
have personality and charm yet are also scientifically accurate.
In addition to the main text, in the back of the book, readers find the
answers to a few common questions such as, "How many kinds of
squirrels are there in the world?" and "How far can a gray squirrel leap?"
A Bank Street Best Children's Books of the Year
and inside pages
Illustrated by Nancy Cote
Albert Whitman, 2004
ISBN 978-0-8075-5297-1 (hardback);
ISBN 978-0-8075-5298-8 (paperback)
All ages
Rachel and Mrs. Greenberg, who star in The Borrowed Hanukkah Latkes,
are back! At Rachel's house, there won't be any potato latkes or company
until the last night of Hanukkah. But Rachel wants the first night to really feel
like Hanukkah. She heads next door to her neighbor Mrs. Greenberg's
house where it all looks so clean like it's just waiting for company and
everything sparkles, even the floor.
Rachel talks Mrs. Greenberg into making latkes. But with each new
ingredient, something new lands on the floor. "Oops!" says Rachel. "Oy!"
says Mrs. Greenberg. As the mess gets worse, it seems like Rachel may
upset Mama and Papa and also lose her friendship with Mrs. Greenberg.
But in the end, Rachel and Mrs. Greenberg's friendship survives, the kitchen
gets cleaned up, and they all share latkes together. So it really feels like
Hanukkah.
Rachel thanks Mrs. Greenberg. But Mrs. Greenberg says, "Don't thank me,
thank you. I've got latkes and company."
Nancy Cote's delightfully fresh and lively illustrations capture the warrrmth,
humor, and fun of Rachel's messy but memorable day at Mrs. Greenberg's.
"Great Hanukkah Books for Kids" Sydney Taylor Book Award Committee
Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award
Sydney Taylor Notable Book
and inside pages
illustrated by Gay Holland
Lerner Publishing, 2003
ISBN 978-0-7613-2670-0 (hardback);
ISBN 978-0-7613-1943-6 (paperback)
Simple text and illustrations describe the physical characteristics, habits,
and life cycle of the honey bee.
Gay Holland's scientifically accurate close-up illustrations of honeybees in
all stages of development and daily activities greatly add to the learning
experience of young readers. For the curious young reader, back pages
include a question and answer section about honeybees.
NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book
Translated into Korean
Praise from bee expert:
"It is so important to have a book like yours.
It is incredibly informative in a gentle way.
There are quite a few children's books about bees
that I would never have on my shelves and certainly
not offer to our public. We are thrilled to include
Brilliant Bees."
-- Grai St. Clair Rice
Co-Founder HoneybeeLives
and inside pages
illustrated by Susan Swan
Lerner Publishing, 2003
ISBN 978-0-7613-1757-9 (hardback);
ISBN 978-0-7613-1735-7 (paperback)
A child experiences summer with all five senses. The book includes
clothing (and sunscreen!) a child wears during summer, and fun things
a child might do and discover out in nature. Back pages contain a wide
range of suggestions for nature activities to enjoy alone or with an adult
during the summer. Bold, vibrant, and colorful hand painted cut-paper
illustrations by Susan Swan greatly enhance the apeal of this child
oriented view of summer.
Translated into Chinese
and inside pages
illustrated by Susan Swan
Lerner Publishing, 2002
ISBN 978-0-7613-1758-6 (hardback)
MN Storytime Reader Guide available
ISBN 978-0-7613-1342-7 (paperback)
A child experiences the colors and textures of fall with all five senses.
The book includes animals and plants observed during the fall, clothing
a child would wear, and fun things a child might discover and do out in
nature. Back pages contain a wide variety of outdoor nature activities for
children to try during the fall. Bold, vibrant, and colorful hand painted
cut-paper illustrations by Susan Swan greatly enhance the appeal of
this child oriented view of fall.
Translated into Chinese
and inside pages
illustrated by Susan Swan
Lerner Publishing, 2002
ISBN 978-0-7613-1759-3 (hardback);
ISBN 978-0-7613-1680-0 (paperback)
A child observes the coming of winter and its effects on the weather,
animals, and plants. The book includes what a child might
experience and discover with all five senses, plus many fun things to
do outside during the winter. Back pages contain a wide range of
suggestions for outdoor nature activities for children to try during the
winter. Bold, vibrant, and colorful hand painted cut-paper illustrations
by Susan Swan greatly enhance the appeal of this child oriented view
of winter.
Translated into Chinese
and inside pages
illustrated by Susan Swan
Lerner Publishing, 2002
ISBN 978-0-7613-1760-9 (hardback);
ISBN 978-0-7613-1345-8 (paperback)
A child observes the arrival of spring and its effects on plants and
animals. The book includes what a child might experience and
discover with all five senses plus many fun things to do outside during
the spring. Back pages contain a wide range of suggestions for
outdoor nature activities for children to try in the spring. Bold, vibrant,
and color ful hand painted cut-paper illustrations by Susan Swan
greatly enhance the appeal of this child oriented view of spring.
Translated into Chinese
inside pages
books by the author, click Linda Glaser
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