Balderdash!: John Newbery and the Boisterous Birth of Children's Books (Nonfiction Books for Kids, Early Elementary History Books)
Description
This rollicking and fascinating picture book biography chronicles the life of the first pioneer of children's books—John Newbery himself. While most children's books in the 18th century contained lessons and rules, John Newbery imagined them overflowing with entertaining stories, science, and games. He believed that every book should be made for the reader's enjoyment. Newbery—for whom the prestigious Newbery Medal is named—became a celebrated author and publisher, changing the world of children's books forever. This book about his life and legacy is as full of energy and delight as any young reader could wish.
Praise for Balderdash!: John Newbery and the Boisterous Birth of Children's Books (Nonfiction Books for Kids, Early Elementary History Books)
"A stellar introduction to 'the father of children's literature,' and a glorious example of dynamic bookmaking."-School Library Journal, starred review
"A stellar introduction to 'the father of children's literature,' and a glorious example of dynamic bookmaking."-School Library Journal, starred review
"Effervescent."-Publishers Weekly, starred review
"Effervescent."-Publishers Weekly, starred review
"A delightful romp for all>"--Common Sense Media
"A delightful romp for all>"--Common Sense Media
"This delightful book gives us perspective about a relevant part of history, kids' books."--Imagination Soup
"This delightful book gives us perspective about a relevant part of history, kids' books."--Imagination Soup
"Engaging and irreverent, smart and fun."--Cool Mom Picks
"Engaging and irreverent, smart and fun."--Cool Mom Picks
"Boisterous! Spirited pen-and-ink art perfectly captures period detail and changing attitudes toward child-rearing. "--San Francisco Chronicle
"Boisterous! Spirited pen-and-ink art perfectly captures period detail and changing attitudes toward child-rearing. "--San Francisco Chronicle
Indiana Too Good To Miss State Reading List 2018
Indiana Too Good To Miss State Reading List 2018
