Project Description

No Bows!
by Shirley Smith Duke
illustrated by Jenny Mattheson
Price: $15.95
ISBN: 978-1-56145-356-6
Publication Date: 3/31/2006
Page Count: 32
Size: 10 ̎ x 9 ̎
Age Range: 2 – 6
Language: English
Themes: Determination, Independence
BISAC 1: JUV019000 JUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories
BISAC 2: JUV051000 JUVENILE FICTION / Imagination & Play
BISAC 3: JUV039140 JUVENILE FICTION / Social Issues / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance
Reviews
“The book is destined to be a high-volume read-aloud, and much fun can be had.” ―Kirkus Reviews
“A feisty redhead asserts her sense of identity in this book of few words but strong feelings.” ―Publishers Weekly
“A gleeful romp that will delight children.” ―Booklist
Awards
Best Books of the Year Awards (Nominee) ―Child Magazine, 2006
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Meet the Author

Shirley Smith Duke holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Austin College, and has taught in elementary, middle, and high schools. She lives in Texas. You can visit her website here.
Meet the Illustrator

Jenny Mattheson has illustrated several books, including No Bows!; The Mouse, the Cat and Grandmother’s Hat; Christmas Morning; The Great Tulip Trade; and Happy to Be Girls. She earned a BFA in Illustration at the Art Institute of Boston and lives in California. You can visit her website here.