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Rosa’s Room

by Barbara Bottner
illustrated by Beth Spiegel

“Rosa had a new room in a new house. It seemed empty.”

Rosa and her mother have moved to a new house. Rosa knows what she needs to feel at home in her new room: on Monday, clothes in the closet; on Tuesday, her treasure box on her desk, on Wednesday, a poster on the wall. But still, somehow, her room seems empty. “More,” her cat Concertina seems to say.

Late at night in bed, she dreams about how to decorate her room. On Thursday, she borrows five new books from the library. On Sunday, as Rosa sits in her room drawing a picture, she looks out the window and sees a girl outside playing. Now Rosa knows what she needs to make her room special: a new friend to share everything with.

Illustrator Beth Spiegel’s full-color, appealing illustrations perfectly capture the resourceful spirit of the young protagonist, Rosa. This is a sensitive, simple story that shows young readers that even upsetting changes like moving can present exciting opportunities and imaginative possibilities for new experiences and new friends.

Hardcover: $15.95
ISBN: 978-1-56145-302-3
Total Pages: 32
Size: 9 1/8 x 9 1/4
Language: English
Paperback: $7.95
ISBN: 978-1-56145-776-2
Total Pages: 32
Size: 9 1/8 x 9 1/4
Language: English
Accelerated Reader
AR Quiz#: 76912
AR Reading Level: 2.3
AR Points: 0.5

F&P (Fountas & Pinnell)
F&P Level: K
F&P Grade: 2

Reviews

“Bottner offers a heartwarming story of a young girl moving to a new house and a too-empty room… Spiegel’s softly colored watercolors are the perfect complement to the text, showing the transformation of both Rosa and her room… A welcome addition sure to calm the worries of youngsters facing a similar situation.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“A reassuring read for girls anticipating a move.” ―Publishers Weekly

“Through simple language and age-appropriate details, Bottner does a good job of capturing a child’s point of view. Done in watercolor, gouache, and India ink, the illustrations enhance the mood of the text. The image of Rosa’s empty room, filled with only a few pieces of furniture and shaded with solid pastel washes, compares nicely to the final result, a space bursting with bright patterns, colorful clutter, and two friends jumping on the bed. There are many books about moving to a new house but few describe taking a space and making it one’s own in such a positive and creative manner.” ―School Library Journal

“This exploration of what makes a house a home is perfect for kids facing a move or feeling lost in a new situation. The text is understated, but the watercolor illustrations ably capture the upheaval of settling into a strange place… An optimistic, encouraging book that will help make a strange and scary situation less so.” ―Booklist

Awards

Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Reading List (primary) ―Kansas National Education Association 2005

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Meet the Author

Barbara Bottner studied painting in Paris, worked as a set designer, and toured the United States and Europe as a member of an acting ensemble before she turned to writing and illustrating books for children and young adults. She is the author of a nearly a dozen books, including Rosa’s Room and Raymond and Nelda, and is the author-illustrator of several titles, including Two Messy Friends and Pish and Posh. She lives in California. You can visit her website here.

Meet the Illustrator

Beth Spiegel has edited award-winning documentary programs for television and directed animated films that have received several international awards. She lives in California.

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First Grade Stinks

by Mary Ann Rodman
illustrated by Beth Spiegel

A relatable, funny back-to-school tale for rising first graders and young children facing new experiences.

★ “Rodman handles the turmoil of school transitions with realism and humor. A good jumping-off book for discussions about differences and change.” ―Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW

It’s the first day of school, and Hayley is excited. Things are different now. She’s a first grader! Hayley quickly finds out that first grade is different from kindergarten, but in all the wrong ways. The classroom isn’t as bright and colorful. Ms. Gray doesn’t seem to smile as much as her kindergarten teacher did, and there isn’t enough time to play outside. Finally, Hayley has had enough. “First grade stinks!” she shouts. And fortunately, her compassionate teacher completely understands.

Young readers will immediately empathize with Hayley as she struggles—amid unmet expectations, new experiences, and disappointment—to find enthusiasm for the new school year.

Awards:

Best Children’s Books of the Year ―Bank Street College of Education
Battle of the Books (Grades K-2) ―Alaska Association of School Librarians
Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Reading List (Primary) ―Kansas National Education Association

Format: Hardcover
Price: $15.95
ISBN: 978-1-56145-377-1
Publication Date: 6/29/2006
Page Count: 32
Size: 9-1/8″ x 10-3/4″
Age Range: 4 – 8
Language: English
Format: Paperback
Price: $8.95
ISBN: 978-1-56145-462-4
Publication Date: 9/1/2008
Page Count: 32
Size: 9-1/8″ x 10-3/4″
Age Range: 4 – 8
Language: English
Format: eBook
ISBN: 978-1-68263-047-1
Age Range: 4 – 8
Language: English

Purchase this eBook through the following vendors:

Amazon
Barnes & Noble
BookShout
eBooks.com
Google
IndieBound
Kobo
Scribd

AR Level: 2.3
F&P: GRL K, Gr 2, Genre RF
Lexile: 360L
Themes: Rules, School, Transitions
BISAC 1: JUV039090 JUVENILE FICTION / Social Issues/New Experiences
BISAC 2: JUV035000 JUVENILE FICTION / School & Education
BISAC 3: JUV019000 JUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories

Reviews

“Rodman handles the turmoil of school transitions with realism and humor. A good jumping-off book for discussions about differences and change.” ―Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW

“Perfect as a read-aloud…a spot-on depiction of teachers helping kids through rough patches.” ―School Library Journal

“Rodman’s witty take on the harsh realities of first grade, as perceived by those in the trenches, will tickle readers’ funny bones…. For young readers approaching this or any other significant transition with trepidation, Rodman’s humorous tale serves as a gentle reminder to search for the silver lining.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“Ink sketches filled in with splashy watercolors depict a worried, increasingly frazzled Haley as she copes with new challenges in a busy, active classroom. An important book for kids making a pretty tough transition.” ―Booklist

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“The story depicts with aptness, compassion, and humor a vivacious kid who’s gone sour on a much-anticipated experience. Haley’s narration is nicely authentic…and the details of her indignities…will elicit immediate audience understanding.” ―Bulletin for the Center for Children’s Books

“The story has humor with an element of surprise. Kids will like the illustrations which depicts the story so well that little ones will be able to interpret the story just by turning the pages.” ―It’s About Time MaMaw

“This picture book addresses this problem with sensitivity and humor, and children will feel reassured as they follow Haley’s first day in first grade.” ―Through the Looking Glass

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Awards

Best Children’s Books of the Year ―Bank Street College of Education, 2007

Battle of the Books (Grades K-2) ―Alaska Association of School Librarians, 2010-2011

Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Reading List (Primary) ―Kansas National Education Association, 2007

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Meet the Author

Mary Ann Rodman, a former school media specialist, is the author of A Tree for Emmy and First Grade Stinks!. She has received both the Ezra Jack Keats Award for Outstanding New Picture Book Writer and the Charlotte Zolotow Award. She lives in Georgia.

Meet the Illustrator

Beth Spiegel has edited award-winning documentary programs for television and directed animated films that have received several international awards. She lives in California.

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