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In the Small, Small Pond Paperback – Picture Book, October 15, 1998

by Denise Fleming (Author, Illustrator)
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Award-winning author/illustrator Denise Fleming gives young readers a frog’s eye view of life in a pond throughout the seasons in the Caldecott Honor Book, In the Small, Small Pond.

A child explores the wonders of the natural world in this rhyming, beautiful bright colored picture storybook about the lives of small animals and insects living around a freshwater pond.

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    1 - 3 years, from customers
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - Kindergarten
  5. Lexile measure
    NP
  6. Dimensions
    10 x 0.2 x 9.95 inches
  7. Publisher
    Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
  8. Publication date
    October 15, 1998
  9. ISBN-10
    0805059830
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0805059830
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In a starred review, PW praised the "stunning" spreads and "zippy" language of this peek at the life of a freshwater pond through the seasons; a Caldecott Honor book. Ages 2-6.
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“The animals and insects that live on and in frshwater pond wiggle, waddle, hover, swoop and swirl through the stunning spreads... Young children are introduced to the basic habits of common North American wildlife and the characteristics of changing seasons even as they are treated to an array of zipper verbs.” ―Publisher's Weekly, starred review

“Another truly stunning picture book from Fleming.... A perfect book for toddlers at story time.” ―School Library Journal, starred review

“[A] perfect introduction to nature for the very young.” ―Kirkus Reviews

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Henry Holt and Co. (BYR); First Edition (October 15, 1998)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0805059830
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0805059830
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 1 - 3 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ NP
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - Kindergarten
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10 x 0.2 x 9.95 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 241 ratings

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Denise Fleming

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Denise Fleming won a Caldecott Honor for In the Small, Small Pond. She is the author and illustrator of over twenty picture books, including Buster, Lunch, Alphabet Under Construction, and Time to Sleep. Her newest books are Maggie and Michael Get Dressed and 5 Little Ducks—check out the book trailers! Discover related activities for all of her books at www.denisefleming.com.

***INTERVIEW***

Q: Where did you grow up?

A: I grew up in Toledo,Ohio, where I live still. I am a midwestern girl.

Q: What is your earliest memory of writing/drawing?

A: It seems like I was always writing and drawing. I wanted to share my ideas from the beginning. A bit bossy am I.

Q: What inspired you to write/illustrate your first book?

A: I started collecting picture books in art school. I was crazy about the whole picture book format. I realized, as I was sharing books with my daughter, that making books is what I needed to do.

Q: What are your hobbies and interests besides reading and books?

A: I work in clay, create art from tin cans, and make art dolls. Right now I am working on combining all three media. I also dye and paint fabric for the dolls.

Planting flowers and painting the outside of my house and studio is what I am busy doing right now.

Q: What one or two words of advice would you give for young authors/illustrators?

A: Experiment with different styles and media.

*From Macmillan's Denise Fleming page.

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Customers find the book visually appealing with beautiful pictures and colorful designs. It's suitable for elementary kids, preschoolers, and toddlers. The language is simple and descriptive, making it easy for children to understand. Readers enjoy reading it aloud.

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    2.0 out of 5 stars Difficult book to read
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