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In this dark, genre-defying picture-book adaptation of Snow White,
acclaimed artist Beatrice Alemagna tells the story from the point
of view of the jealous stepmother queen, to complicate the question
of goodness and set into high relief the shadow side, with its
capacity for evil, of human life.Once upon a time, a child was born
with skin as white as snow, lips as red as blood, and hair as black
as ebony: the princess Snow White. She is possessed of beauty and
innocence, but there in the shadows lurks a queen who will remarry
her widower father, a queen who is as empty and envious, as
narcissistic and fractured as is every life that gets stuck in the
endless reflecting pool or mirror of the self. Void of love, it is
hatred that animates her. But like all true fairy tales, this story
doesn't ask us to judge and condemn the queen and her hatred, but
rather to consider the kinds of behaviors and situations that
invite evil, and where true innocence or goodness might lie.
Following the first-person account of the queen, this picture book
for older readers illuminates her blinding obsession and insatiable
jealousy, right up to the point of her violent undoing.This large
format picture book is made up of a repeating pattern of text and
image: each double spread of text is followed by four striking
full-spread paintings, which are as riveting as they are
unsettling. A bold adaptation of the Grimm's original text, this
version of Snow White brilliantly puts us all in touch with the
messy, shadowed, fraught, and fragile inwardness we each possess.
This is the second book to appear under Unruly, an imprint of
picture books for older readers, and will include an author's note
and a short note to readers about how it continues to build this
experimental framework of visually complex, sophisticated picture
books for teens and adults.
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At the Drop of a Cat (Hardcover)
Elise Fontenaille; Illustrated by Violeta Lopiz; Translated by Karin Snelson, Emilie Robert Wong
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With lush art by NYT Best Illustrated recipient Violeta Lopiz, a
picture book about a boy and his larger-than-life immigrant
grandfather, who shares with him the kind of learning that's not
taught in classrooms. At six years old, the child-narrator of this
picture book loves nothing more than spending time with his
grandpa, Luis-especially in his marvelous garden, where green beans
reach as high as the sky. Luis's garden is where the little boy
practices reading and writing. But just as importantly, it's also
where he learns wonderful things from Luis, like the names of all
the birds in the trees and new expressions that are so much fun to
say. Luis's playful vocabulary is as vibrant and full of life as
his garden, and phrases that are particular to his way of talking,
like "at the drop of a cat" (which means right away), are soon
adapted into the little boy's lexicon, too. A talented cook,
artist, and gardener, Luis has much wisdom to impart and many
experiences to share with his grandson-even though, as a war
refugee, he never went to school himself and never learned to read
and write. A loving testament to the intergenerational transmission
of knowledge and the breathtaking beauty of the natural world,
illustrated with evocative, multilayered art by Violeta Lopiz.
Good morning, Washington, DC! Let's go explore! There's much to
see! This whirlwind tour of the United States' capital city takes
little adventurers to the Washington Monument, through the
Smithsonian museums, up to the White House - and more! With vibrant
illustrations and an engaging text brimming with hope and heart,
this rhyming read-aloud will delight lifelong residents and
visitors alike. Washington, DC, here we come!
There is increasing interest in young people's participation in the
design and delivery of health services. But young people's views
are not consistently sought or acknowledged, and they are still
often marginalised in healthcare encounters. Drawing on original
research and a diverse range of practice examples, Brady explores
the potential for inclusive and diverse approaches to young
people's participation in health services from the perspectives of
young people, health professionals and other practitioners. She
presents a practical new framework, embedded in children's rights,
that shows how young people's participation can be integrated into
services in ways that are meaningful, effective and sustainable.
If you are like many teen girls, you may feel pressure to be
"nice," rather than assert your opinions. You may even fear being
called "bossy" or "pushy" when speaking your mind or offering a
different point of view. But if you have ever stopped yourself from
expressing your opinion, you know how bad it can feel afterward.
Don't let yourself fall into that same trap over and over. Your
thoughts and feelings matter just as much as everyone else-you just
need to find your voice. Using techniques based in proven-effective
dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and cognitive behavioral therapy
(CBT), this book will show you how to have positive interactions
with others, deal with difficult emotions that can arise from
bullying or dealing with "mean girls," and easy-to-use strategies
that will boost your self-esteem and confidence. You'll also
discover tons of assertive communication skills you can use every
day, including how to speak up when you are upset; asking for what
you want in a clear, assertive manner; and coping when intense
emotions threaten to take over and sabotage your relationships. In
the age of social media and texting, strong communication skills
are needed more than ever. This book will not only give you the
tools needed to speak up in everyday or difficult situations, but
it will also provide powerful advice for effectively communicating
in the digital world.
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