{"product_id":"a-beach-tail-isbn-9781590787120","title":"A Beach Tail","description":"How will Gregory find his way back to Dad? Swish-swoosh . . . Gregory draws a lion in the sand. \"Don't go in the water, and don't leave Sandy,\" warns Dad. But the sandy lion grows a tail that gets longer and longer—and soon Gregory is lost on the beach. This wonderful read-aloud book brings to life a summer experience that is all too familiar for young children. Karen Williams's rhythmic text has been paired with Floyd Cooper's brilliant illustrations, revealing the trip down the beach entirely from a child's point of view. A gentle father-son bond is shown in both text and art, reassuring young readers even as they share in Greg's moment of worry at finding himself lost and alone.★ \"Scoop up this tale for its strength as a unique beach story and for its warm portrayal of an African-American son and father enjoying the outdoors.\" — \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews, starred review\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e★\"A charming tale of creativity and discovery.\" — \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal, starred review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A lovely collaboration suited for every collection.\" — \u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eKaren Lynn Williams\u003c\/b\u003e is the author of over a dozen books for children, including the beloved titles \u003ci\u003eGalimoto\u003c\/i\u003e and recent award-winners such as \u003ci\u003eFour Feet, Two Sandals\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eCircles of Hope\u003c\/i\u003e.  Her books often feature children in developing countries, and she has lived and worked in both Africa and Haiti. She lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFloyd Cooper\u003c\/b\u003e (1956–2021) illustrated over 110 books for children, including \u003ci\u003eUnspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre\u003c\/i\u003e by Carole Boston Weatherford, for which he was awarded a Caldecott Honor, the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award, and a Sibert Honor. He was also the recipient of the CorettaScott King Award for \u003ci\u003eThe Blacker the Berry\u003c\/i\u003e; three Coretta Scott King Honors for \u003ci\u003eI Have Heard of a Land\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eMeet Danitra Brown\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eBrown Honey in Broomwheat Tea\u003c\/i\u003e; 10 ALA Notables; and an NAACP Image Award, among other honors. Visit floydcooper.com.","brand":"Astra Young Readers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46303878480101,"sku":"NP9781590787120","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781590787120.jpg?v=1767720295","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/a-beach-tail-isbn-9781590787120","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}