Eleanor Estes était une autrice américaine de livres pour enfants dont l'écriture est née d'une expérience personnelle. Après une maladie qui l'a clouée au lit, elle a commencé à consigner ses souvenirs d'enfance. Ces souvenirs se sont transformés en livres pour enfants qui ont charmé des générations de lecteurs. Ses œuvres se caractérisent par leur chaleur et une représentation authentique de l'enfance.
A story about Wanda, who wore the same faded dress to school every day but claimed to have a hundred dresses at home. This tender and lovely story has beautiful full-color illustrations that brilliantly convey the feeling and overtones of the story. Newbery Honor Book.
Two little girls who love to draw witches build an elaborate world around the imaginary Old Witch and her family.
The establishment of a museum in Cranbury marks a significant turning point for the town, introducing a new cultural hub. This development brings excitement and curiosity among the residents, who are eager to explore the treasures and stories that the museum will unveil. The narrative likely delves into the impact of this new institution on the community, highlighting the interactions and transformations it inspires among the townspeople.
Set against the backdrop of World War II, this Newbery Honor Book explores themes of courage and resilience through its compelling characters. The story follows a young protagonist facing the challenges of growing up during tumultuous times, highlighting the importance of friendship and the impact of war on everyday life. With richly drawn characters and a poignant narrative, it captures the spirit of hope and determination in the face of adversity.
The adventures of the four Moffat children, who live with their widowed mother in a yellow house on New Dollar Street.
In Pinky Pye, the Pye family adds another member. A furious black kitten abandoned on their doorstep endears itself to the whole family--even Ginger--and foreshadows another addition to the Pye family that will change their lives forever.
When the Pye family's puppy, Ginger, disappears on Thanksgiving Day, the children are convinced that he has been adbucted by a stranger in a yellow hat.
When barbarians invade Rome, Miranda the cat and her daughter Punka must find a safe place to hide from the chaos. They make their way through the burning city, collecting motherless kittens as they go. At last they reach the Colosseum--but even there, danger lurks!How these fortunate felines survive to become the noble ancestors of the cats of modern Rome is all due to the cleverness of the cat they come to call Miranda the Great, Queen of the Colosseum!
