PETER SPIER

Tots sabem que hi ha un munt de persones al món.Ara bé, no n’hi ha dues que siguin iguals. Cadascun de nosaltresés diferent de tots els altres. No és meravellós?En una edició actualitzada del clàssic

La obra es una celebración de las diferentes culturas, de las diferencias físicas entre las personas, de sus estilos de vida, gustos, credos y capacidades intelectuales. A través de sus exquisitas y minuciosas ilustraciones, el autor invita a descubrir -y sobre todo, a valorar y disfrutar- la variedad y riqueza del mundo.

El arca de Noé de Peter Spier se ha convertido en la icónica edición de esta historia desde hace más de 40 años. Gracias a la fuerza de sus ilustraciones, los lectores asisten al peligro y la desmesura de la inundacion pero tambien a momentos mas luminosos: la esposa de Noe saltando para evitar pisar las ratas y el nacimiento de las crias de los animales durante la primavera.

This Caldecott Honor book from beloved illustrator Peter Spier is a spirited take on a classic American folk song."[Spiers] finely detailed, action-packed New England autumn vistas are almost startlingly beautiful."The New York Times Over fifty years after he won a Caldecott Honor for The Fox Went Out on a Chilly Night, legendary illustrator Peter Spier went back to this time-honored favorite in 2014 to paint the half of the book that was originally printed in black and white. In this glowing, restored vision of Spiers beloved classic, follow the wily fox as he roams a sleepy New England town in search of a meal, with tones and textures so vivid you can almost hear the crackle of crisp fall leaves and the ripples of the river in the moonlight.

Celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States with this book for every patriotic American kid! Never before has the riveting American saga of "The Star-Spangled Banner" been so beautifully and thoroughly presented. This info-packed story of our national anthem includes: Illustrated lyrics The fascinating history of the War of 1812 and the battle that inspired Francis Scott Key to pen the words Musical notation Historical images A reproduction of Keys original manuscriptCaldecott Medalist Peter Spiers magnificent tribute takes readers from our anthems turbulent origins at the Battle of Baltimore through the flags significance in modern-day America. Its a must-have for every American familys library.

Celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States, with the U.S. Constitution brought to life for young readers! In this visual depiction of the U.S. Constitution and Americas founding fathers, Caldecott Medalist Peter Spier shares the stirring American tale of how this most important document came to symbolize freedom, justice, equality, and hope for all citizens. This fact-filled volume includes: An illustrated preamble to the Constitution, illuminating its significance from its birth through to modern times The fascinating history of the struggle to create and ratify the Constitution An historical reproduction of the original document The complete text of the ConstitutionFull of illustrations that help readers young and old understand the Constitution, this is a must-have resource for every American school, library, and home.

Caldecott Medal Winner "The book is a triumph, the definitive Noahs Ark."Publishers WeeklyWinner of the Caldecott Medal, an ALA Notable Childrens Book, and a New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year, Peter Spiers Noahs Ark has been the iconic edition of this tale for over 40 years, in print continuously since its debut in 1977.In Spiers imaginative retelling, readers witness the danger and the grandeur of the terrifying flood but also the lighter moments: Noahs wife jumping on a crate to avoid the rats; Noah shooing all but two bees from a busy hive; and all the animal babies being born in the spring. Its an illustration feat thats both majestic and tender.

Come join the circus as Caldecott Medal-winner Peter Spier takes you for a look under the big top! The circus is coming to town! Take your front row seat to see how a circus runsfrom setting up the tent to performing center ring. Go soaring through the air on the flying trapeze and see how performers from all over the world come together to put on a show. With showbiz excitement that only the circus can createand Peter Spiers signature humorous details waiting to be discovered on every pagethis book is a guaranteed ticket to fun and adventure.

Two-time Caldecott illustrator Peter Spiers visual retelling of a favorite Bible story is back in print! In a tale full of action, adventure, and strife, Jonah is asked by God to tell the people of Nineveh to mend their wicked ways. Fleeing from this enormous task, Jonah sets sail and is thrown overboard and swallowed by a great fish. What follows is Jonahs journey to acceptance of Gods love and grace. A reference section at the end of the book shares historical and geographical notes about the story, including details about the ship Jonah might have sailed on and a fascinating discussion of the ancient city of Nineveh and the location of its ruins in present-day Iraq.

In this encyclopedic picture book, Spier celebrates humankind in all its diversity-how we are similar and how we are differnt; in what we wear, eat, play, and how we worship. Small vignettes fill each page, illustrating the wonderful variety that exists among peoples of different cultures and races.