Zander Stays by Maureen Fergus Hardcover Book

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Zander Stays by Maureen Fergus, Scot Ritchie If Zander the goose wants to stay put for the winter, hell have to brave the cold and learn from new friends to adapt. A feathered tale sure to spark a gaggle of giggles by award-winning author Maureen Fergus and acclaimed illustrator Scot Ritchie. Now available as a board book! FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Zander the goose is trying something new this winter. He is not going to go south. Zander is going to stay! Now available as a board book!As winter approaches, geese return south to avoid the cold and snow. Not Zander, though. Zander declares he wants to stay this year, but first hell have to learn how to survive the harsh winter climate. Should he do as Bear suggests and put on a thick layer of fat? Or should he snuggle up with friends like bat does? None of his furred friends seem to have the right answer for Zander, but hes determined to make the best of a freezing situation. He just needs to find a northern animal whose winter adaptation works for him. Luckily, one such animal arrives just in the nick of time, walking on two snugly booted feet.InZander Stays, celebrated illustratorScot Ritchiebrings humor and charm to Zanders adventure, from awe-filled autumn walks along the shore to cozy winter hijinks with his new human friend. Award-winning authorMaureen Ferguswith humour that is simultaneously silly and clever. An authors note further explores how Zanders animal friends adapt to their winter environment."[T]he images are sure to provoke giggles... Ritchies palette changes with the seasons, with the charming pencil, ink, and digital illustrations centering the goose and his every emotion...Readers are sure to want a goose of their own to overwinter with."-KirkusReviews Author Biography Maureen Fergus is an award-winning author who has published dozensof books for young people. Maureens books have been translated into dozens oflanguages, optioned for film, and shortlisted for many awards, including theMarilyn Baillie Picture Book Award, The Sunshine State Young Readers Award, andmore. Her picture book Buddy and Earl was a Boston Globe Best Book, and TheDay My Mom Came to Kindergarten was an OLA Blue Spruce Award Winner. Maureen lives in Winnipeg with her family and has never met agander she didnt like.Scot Ritchie is an award-winning illustrator and author with more than 60 books to his credit, including most recently Dinos Driving. His books have been translated into French, Korean, Indonesian, Polish, Finnish, Arabic and Dutch. Scot has worked with the National Film Board of Canada and has had his illustrations exhibited at the National Gallery of Canada. He lives in Vancouver, British Columbia. Review Praise for Zander Stays2024/2025 Chocolate Lily Picture Book Award Nominee 2024 Childrens Book Council Best Books for Kids & Teens Selection 49th Shelf Fall 2023 "Most Anticipated Books for Young Readers" SelectionCBC Books "14 Books to Get You in the Winter Holiday Spirit 2023" Selection CBC Books "45 Picture Books to Check Out This Fall 2023" Selection"[T]he images are sure to provoke giggles… Ritchies palette changes with the seasons, with the charming pencil, ink, and digital illustrations centering the goose and his every emotion…Readers are sure to want a goose of their own to overwinter with."—KirkusReviews "Readers of all ages can enjoy Ritchies gently playful lines and colorful renderings of the northern North American landscape and characters rendered in a style reminiscent of William Steig."—School Library Journal"The lighthearted story provides an entertaining intro to seasonal animal adaptations, and its a hoot to watch Zander try out the assorted suggestions. Lively, casual illustrations give playful ease to the proceedings and establish a wonderfully cozy atmosphere perfect for enjoying on a chilly night. A terrific tribute to taking chances and recognizing ones own needs."—Booklist … "This charming story about an iconoclast will appeal to kids ages 4-8 who love funny animal stories. Large, clear illustrations and the amusing conversations between the animals make this a good choice for Storytime, with many opportunities for kids to chime in with predictions."—Youth Services Book Review … Starred Review "A delightful and charming book….Winter-positive books are quite welcome, and this one is highly recommended for all childrens collections."—CM Reviews "The perfect book to read in the fall…. A fun story, complete with information on hibernation and adaption."—The International Educator "Zander Stays is a cute story about stepping out of your comfort zone and taking chances….My daughter and I enjoyed this read and I loved being able to teach her more about what animals do during the winter season while were cuddled up with a blanket."—YA Books Central "While this tale from Ms. Fergus is rife with her signature storytelling, Scot Ritchie ups the humor at every turn with wonderfully attractive pencil, ink, and digital artwork that is fully focused on Zander. The final spread and endpapers add even more charm."—Sals Fiction Addiction "Laughing out loud….I love this book."—BookTime "Zander Stays is a nicely illustrated picture book about helping others and it introduces young readers to the concepts of hibernation and migration."—Metroland Media "Attractively illustrated."—The Winnipeg Free Press Promotional 5,000-copy print run Pitch to major review media, including The New York Times, The Horn Book Magazine, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, Publishers Weekly, and School Library Journal Featured at virtual and in-person conferences Targeted marketing to major review centers, influential bloggers, and major library system selectors Promotion on social media, including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest E-newsletter promotion Details ISBN1772782963 Author Scot Ritchie Publisher Pajama Press Format Hardcover Pages 36 Year 2023 ISBN-10 1772782963 ISBN-13 9781772782967 Publication Date 2023-11-23 UK Release Date 2023-11-23 Audience Age 4-7 Illustrator Scot Ritchie Imprint Pajama Press Place of Publication Toronto Country of Publication Canada Illustrations Illustrations, color Audience Children / Juvenile AU Release Date 2024-01-16 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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