{"product_id":"well-make-things-better-together-isbn-9780593110195","title":"We'll Make Things Better Together","description":"\u003cb\u003eA joyous ode to friendship that shows that \u003ci\u003eeverything\u003c\/i\u003e is better when we work together!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorking together can make everything we do—like playing music, gardening, and helping our neighbors—a whole lot more fun. Whether it’s cleaning up the mess in the kitchen or in a public park, joining together on a shared project allows each of our talents to shine through. And some things are simply better when we do them together—like celebrating a job well done! Young readers are sure to be inspired by this cheerful story of friendship and teamwork that shows how we can all make a positive impact on the world, starting in our own homes and communities.“In this heartfelt celebration of working together, racially diverse young children frolic and unite in an urban setting. The warm illustrations convey the importance of teamwork as little ones help out around the house and outdoors. The children also come together to stage plays and put on concerts. Straightforward, accessible text. . . . The children are joined by supportive parents and friendly pets. . . . A good choice for establishing a solid early learning environment; the emphasis on social skills and positive attributes such as sharing, responsibility, support, tidiness, and collaboration is strong and clear. An upbeat demonstration that working together can make the world a more loving, supportive, and welcome place.” —\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e“Observes collaborative efforts at home and within a racially diverse community. . . . Cheerfully rendered day of work and play. Alongside Phumiruk’s crisp digitally finished spreads, Gundersheimer’s lines scan and rhyme satisfyingly. It’s an optimistic starting place for discussions about cooperation and mutual aid.” —\u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e“The story and lesson are easy to understand and catchy, with a rhyme scheme and chorus: ‘We make things better, better when we work together.’ The text, written by children's music artist Mister G, is clear and tells the many different, simple ways children can help in their community, using vocabulary that they can understand. Phumiruk’s illustrations show these actions, in scenes that translate credibly to readers’ own neighborhoods and surroundings. The art brings specific details to the words, illuminating them and lifting the text right off the page. A book about everyday teamwork and love that is sure to inspire readers to work together in their own communities.” —\u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eBen Gundersheimer (bengundersheimer.com, MisterGsongs.com) is a Latin GRAMMY Award-winning artist, author and educator. Hailed as “a bilingual rock star” by \u003ci\u003eThe Washington Post\u003c\/i\u003e and “irresistible” by \u003ci\u003ePeople\u003c\/i\u003e magazine, he was originally dubbed MISTER G by his young students while pursuing a Master of Education degree. He is also the author of \u003ci\u003eHow Many Squirrels Are in the World?\u003c\/i\u003e, based on a song from his album \u003ci\u003ePizza for Breakfast\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSenorita Mariposa\u003c\/i\u003e, based on a song on his album \u003ci\u003eChocolalala,\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eLilah Tov Good Night\u003c\/i\u003e, based on a song from his album \u003ci\u003eThe Mitzvah Bus\u003c\/i\u003e. MISTER G tours internationally, performing in venues such as Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits, New Orleans Jazz Fest, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. His dynamic, interactive bilingual performances aim to dissolve borders and foster cross-cultural connections. He lives in the woods of Western Massachusetts with his wife, Katherine, rescue mutt, Josie, and cat, Chloe Bird.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDow Phumiruk (artbydow.blogspot.com) is a clinically retired pediatrician who has found her passion in creating children’s books. She wrote the picture books \u003ci\u003eHugsby\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eMela and the Elephant\u003c\/i\u003e, and has illustrated numerous books, including \u003ci\u003eCounting on Katherine\u003c\/i\u003e (by Helaine Becker), \u003ci\u003eOne Girl\u003c\/i\u003e (by Andrea Beaty), \u003ci\u003eMouse’s Christmas Gift\u003c\/i\u003e (by Mindy Baker), \u003ci\u003eHello Tree\u003c\/i\u003e (by Ana Crespo), \u003ci\u003eHer Name Was Mary Katharine\u003c\/i\u003e (by Ella Schwartz), \u003ci\u003eMaya Lin: Artist-Architect of Light and Lines\u003c\/i\u003e (by Jeanne Walker Harvey), \u003ci\u003eAn Equal Shot: How the Law Title IX Changed America\u003c\/i\u003e (by Helaine Beckerand), and \u003ci\u003eTitan and the Wild Boars: The True Cave Rescue of the Thai Soccer Team\u003c\/i\u003e (by Susan Hood and Pathana Sornhiran), and is one of the illustrators for Kelly Yang’s \u003ci\u003eYes We Will\u003c\/i\u003e. Dow was born in Thailand, and now lives in Colorado with her husband, three artistic daughters, and a dog.","brand":"Nancy Paulsen Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46304120864997,"sku":"NP9780593110195","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780593110195.jpg?v=1767743773","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/well-make-things-better-together-isbn-9780593110195","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}