{"product_id":"brontorina-isbn-9780763653231","title":"Brontorina","description":"\u003cb\u003e\"A hugely sympathetic heroine.\" — \u003ci\u003eBooklist \u003c\/i\u003e(starred review)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrontorina knows, deep in her heart, that she is meant to be a ballerina. James Howe’s lovable dinosaur is of a size outmatched only by her determination, and has talent outmatched only by her charm. Accompanied by Randy Cecil’s beguiling illustrations, here is an irresistible story that proves that no problem is too big when the heart and imagination know no bounds.Text and   illustrations work beautifully together in this witty fantasy. . . . speech   balloons alternate with narration to tell the story in a fresh, droll manner.   In Cecil’s arresting oil paintings, the tawny orange dinosaur stands out   boldly against slate blue or white backgrounds, and the unusual texture of   the paint creates a distinctive effect. Brontorina makes a hugely sympathetic   heroine.\u003cbr\u003e—Booklist (starred review)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe   frankly funny illustrations complement Howe’s understated text, resulting in   a sweet, frothy story, complete with tutus and arabesques, for the little   (and big) dreamer in everyone, lightheartedly demonstrating that the sky’s   the limit, so think big!\u003cbr\u003e—Kirkus Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA   humorous and inspiring tale… a satisfying story that adheres closely to its   central message about overcoming obstacles.\u003cbr\u003e—Publishers Weekly\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA   delightful story that reminds us to chase our dreams and to help others chase   theirs, even if modifications are required\u003cbr\u003e—Library Media Connection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYoung   readers will have a ball with James Howe’s story of a dinosaur with a big   dream. The dancers include both boys and girls…Brontorina is perfect for a   classroom visit or a bedtime story...The message remains en pointe: Go for   it, even if you don t have the right build. Or the right footwear.\u003cbr\u003e—Tampa Tribune\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA   heartwarming tale about holding onto your dreams and never giving up despite   ridicule and disappointment Children and parents will love Brontorina’s charm   and passion.\u003cbr\u003e—Fort Worth Star­Telegram\u003cb\u003eJames Howe\u003c\/b\u003e is the acclaimed author of more than eighty books for young readers, including the E. B. White Read Aloud Award-winning \u003ci\u003eHoundsley and Catina\u003c\/i\u003e and its sequels, as well as the much-lauded series about\u003ci\u003e Bunnicula\u003c\/i\u003e. James Howe lives in New York State.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRandy Cecil\u003c\/b\u003e has illustrated many books for children, including \u003ci\u003eLooking for a Moose\u003c\/i\u003e by Phyllis Root, \u003ci\u003eAnd Here’s to You!\u003c\/i\u003eby David Elliot, \u003ci\u003eWe’ve All Got Bellybuttons!\u003c\/i\u003e by David Martin, and \u003ci\u003eMy Father the Dog\u003c\/i\u003e by Elizabeth Bluemle. He is also the author-illustrator of \u003ci\u003eGator\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eDuck\u003c\/i\u003e. Randy Cecil lives in Houston.","brand":"Candlewick","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46304294011109,"sku":"NP9780763653231","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780763653231.jpg?v=1767723104","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/brontorina-isbn-9780763653231","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}