Mar 29, 2012 | ISBN 9780670013135 | 2-5 years
PRAISE FOR MEET ME AT THE MOON:
“Marino’s breathtaking panoramas make an already powerful story sing.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review
“The textured mixed-media art paired with the flowing text elevates this title above most missing-mama fare … Radiating warmth and comfort, this distinguished title strikes home.” —Kirkus, starred review
“Heartfelt and sincere, yet never cloying, this will work well one on one or in story hours.” —Booklist
PRAISE FOR GIANNA’S SECOND BOOK, TOO TALL HOUSES:
“The animals are full of heartfelt emotions, from anger and frustration to happy contentment…This story about friendship and togetherness contains a great lesson without being didactic or moralizing and should be welcome in most collections.” —School Library Journal, starred review
“The well-turned, dialogue-rich narrative complements the sunny visuals, making this an excellent choice for one-on-one or group read-alouds…Another winner for rising star Marino.” —Kirkus, starred review
“…a story of friendship that youngsters can understand and relate to.” —Library Media Connection
PRAISE FOR GIANNA’S THIRD BOOK, FOLLOWING PAPA’S SONG:
“…exuberant and gorgeous…” —Publishers Weekly, starred review
“…a heartwarming reminder of how children learn to trust and listen for papas’ songs in our lives.” —School Library Journal, starred review
