Frané Lessac is een auteur en illustrator wiens kenmerkende schilderijen de pagina's van meer dan veertig boeken hebben gesierd. Haar artistieke bijdragen zijn erkend met lachprijzen, waaronder selecties als Kinderboek van het Jaar en Top Tien Wetenschapsboeken. Een opmerkelijk project ter viering van de Universele Verklaring van de Rechten van de Mens, vertaald in talen, ontving ook erkenning als een Uitstekend Internationaal Boek. Lessac gaat actief in gesprek met jonge lezers en volwassenen wereldwijd en deelt haar creatieve proces op scholen, bibliotheken en festivals, waardoor aanstormende makers worden versterkt.
What is the Fremantle Doctor? Where is Qui Qui? And why are some islands named after days of the week? You’ll uncover these exciting facts when you explore the A to Z of Australia – from Bondi to Kakadu and all the way to Taronga Zoo. Discover why Australia is one of the most amazing countries in the world!
The Big Apple from A to Z
Welcome to New York City, the Big Apple, the city that never sleeps, the crossroads of the world! This city has something to offer everyone, from A to Z. Come visit the American Museum of Natural History and see prehistoric Animals, get a Bird's-eye view of the Brooklyn Bridge, and Check out Central Park in this alphabetical tour from best-selling duo Laura Krauss Melmed and Frané Lessac, who brought us Capital! Washington D.C. from A to Z. Fascinating details about the many neighborhoods and historic places of New York City accompany Melmed's lively, informative verse, and Lessac's vibrant folk-art paintings capture the essence of this unique and rich place that was once called the melting pot of America.
2019 Sibert Honor Book2019 Orbis Pictus Honor BookNPR's Guide To 2018’s Great Reads2018 Book Launch Award (SCBWI)Kirkus Reviews Best Books of 2018School Library Journal Best Books of 20182018 JLG selection2019 Reading the West Picture Book AwardThe Cherokee community is grateful for blessings and challenges that each season brings. This is modern Native American life as told by an enrolled citizen of the Cherokee Nation.The word otsaliheliga (oh-jah-LEE-hay-lee-gah) is used by members of the Cherokee Nation to express gratitude. Beginning in the fall with the new year and ending in summer, follow a full Cherokee year of celebrations and experiences. Written by a citizen of the Cherokee Nation, this look at one group of Native Americans is appended with a glossary and the complete Cherokee syllabary, originally created by Sequoyah."A gracious, warm, and loving celebration of community and gratitude"— Kirkus Reviews STARRED REVIEW"The book underscores the importance of traditions and carrying on a Cherokee way of life"— Horn Book STARRED REVIEW"This informative and authentic introduction to a thriving ancestral and ceremonial way of life is perfect for holiday and family sharing"— School Library Journal STARRED REVIEW"An elegant representation"— Shelf Awareness STARRED REVIEW
Alphabetically ordered vocabulary at the bottom of each page set in Caribbean Island scenes which prompt the reader to explore bustling scenes. Fremantle illustrator.
Songs of the West Indies
A collection of calypso, a uniquely West Indian musical expression.
Describes different types of clouds and how to identify them.
