{"product_id":"a-ball-for-daisy-isbn-9780553537239","title":"A Ball for Daisy","description":"\u003cb\u003eCALDECOTT MEDAL WINNER • \u003ci\u003eNEW YORK TIMES \u003c\/i\u003eBESTSELLER • This charming, wordless board book vibrantly explores the joy and sadness that having a special toy can bring.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA \u003ci\u003eKIRKUS REVIEWS \u003c\/i\u003eBEST PICTURE BOOK OF THE CENTURY\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Raschka’s genius lies in capturing the essence of situations that are deeply felt by children.” —\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal \u003c\/i\u003e(starred review)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eDaisy is a dog whose world revolves around her favorite toy ball. She always has it with her—on walks, during naps on the couch, even on visits to the local dog park. But when another dog at the park accidentally pops Daisy’s ball, her sadness at the loss is overwhelming. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpertly and wordlessly told through gorgeous watercolor illustrations, Caldecott Medal winner Chris Raschka has created a comforting narrative to help children navigate feelings of loss, sadness, and uncertainty. His illustrations powerfully portray Daisy’s emotions, and the satisfying, cheerful ending will appeal to young dog lovers, teachers, and parents of children who are missing something special.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith impressionistic artwork and a positive message at its core, \u003ci\u003eA Ball for Daisy\u003c\/i\u003e is an affectionate story that shows how embracing change and forgiveness can result in beautiful new beginnings.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2012 Randolph Caldecott Medal Winner\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStarred Review, \u003cu\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/u\u003e, August 2011:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Raschka’s genius lies in capturing the essence of situations that are deeply felt by children.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eStarred Review, \u003cu\u003eHorn Book\u003c\/u\u003e, September\/October 2011:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"a story that is noteworthy for both its artistry and its child appeal.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eStarred Review, \u003cu\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/u\u003e, December 1, 2011:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e“Rarely, perhaps never, has so steep an emotional arc been drawn with such utter, winning simplicity.”\u003c\/p\u003eCHRIS RASCHKA has written and\/or illustrated over 30 books for children, including \u003ci\u003eThe Purple Balloon,\u003c\/i\u003e called \"deceptively simple and beautifully direct\" by \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews.\u003c\/i\u003e His other books include \u003ci\u003eGood Sports,\u003c\/i\u003e an ALA Notable Book; the 2006 Caldecott Medal winning title, \u003ci\u003eThe Hello, Goodbye Window;\u003c\/i\u003e the Caldecott Honor Books \u003ci\u003eYo! Yes?;\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eMysterious Thelonius.\u003c\/i\u003e","brand":"Random House Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46300582609125,"sku":"NP9780553537239","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780553537239.jpg?v=1767720287","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/a-ball-for-daisy-isbn-9780553537239","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}