Carrie Finison writes poetry, stories, and books for kids, including the picture books
Dozens of Doughnuts;
Plenty of Pancakes;
Pigs Dig a Road;
Don’t Hug Doug (He Doesn’t Like It);
Lulu & Zoey: A Sister Story; and
Hurry, Little Tortoise, Time for School!Daniel Wiseman is the illustrator of many books for kids, including
Don't Hug Doug (He Doesn't Like It) by Carrie Finison,
The World Needs More Purple People by Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart,
Goodbye Brings Hello by Dianne White, and others. You can visit Daniel at DanielDraws.com and follow him @D_Wiseman
A Junior Library Guild Selection
* “Witty and surprising, this title dances flawlessly along the border between outright humor and smart, spot-on social-emotional teaching. . . This book is everything children need in a book: smart, funny, relevant, and surprising—and highly recommended.” —
School Library Journal,
starred review
* “Finison and Wiseman present a surprisingly complex subject in a way that’s fresh, fun, and entirely creative. An excellent catalyst for classroom discussions, the book is sure to provoke giggles while getting kids to consider equity in an age-appropriate way . . . Superb conversation starters for youngsters who fret about fairness—in other words, all kids.” —
Kirkus Reviews ,
starred review
“The subtle difference between things being ‘even’ and ‘fair’ can be a difficult concept for
children to grasp, and this playful book offers an engaging introduction. . . illustrations packed with comical detail accompany the smart story.” —
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