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"The art fleshes out the words in a simple, naturally flowing
manner. Readers will be intrigued by this child-centered study
of a typical problem."
- School Library Journal
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"Most kids will readily relate to the scenario Russo so
warmly unfolds in this slice-of-life picture book."
- Publishers Weekly
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“Russo is believably, completely, in his head, as Jim uses
the psychic strength he gains through sports to transcend
to the broader life he must experience. Facing life, Jim and
the others in his circle are drawn together in the small moments
that make up the everyday triumph of humanity.”
*starred review
-Kirkus Review
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“The well-paced, child-centered text is complemented by Russo’s
trademark two-dimensional gouache illustrations that realisitically
capture the creative play of children. Young readers will
relate to the sibling conflict and the resolution warmly encourages
cooperation.”
-School Library Journal
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"The gouache pictures done in pure, bright colors, are flat,
cartoonlike, humorous, and winning..."
- School Library Journal
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“It is the perfect picture book for slightly older children
with younger siblings on the prowl. Russo’s signature art,
with appealing use of white space and blocks of dense, solid
color, catches all the action.”
-ALA Booklist
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"Russo masterfully combines funny, real family relationships
with kindness and experience in overcoming fears. An all-around
superior picture book."
*starred review
- School Library Journal
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“Marisabina Russo once again proves that her aim is true when
it comes to focusing on the likes, dislikes, and needs of
young children.”
- National Women’s Review
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"A charming book."
School Library Journal
"A book remarkable for its thoughtful design, it is especially
notable as the author-artist's first book of her own."
Horn Book
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In
The News!
My New Book
- April
2005 -
Welcome to my brand new,
first ever website! You can find out about my books, my illustrations,
my awards, my school visits, and a whole lot more.
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