Won’t You Be My Hugaroo? Board Book

By Joanne Ryder, Melissa Sweet

These much-loved companion picture books that celebrate all the kissable and huggable moments between little ones and their grown-ups are now available as an adorable board book duo. Joanne Ryder’s playful rhymes pair perfectly with Melissa Sweet’s whimsical illustrations, making these just right for Valentine’s Day, a birthday, or any sweet celebration.
ISBN: 9780152062989
Imprint: Clarion Books
On Sale: Jan 1, 2008
List price: $8.5
No of pages: 30
Trim Size: 4.110 in (w) x 7.110 in (h) x 1.110 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / General
BISAC 2: JUVENILE FICTION / Bedtime & Dreams
BISAC 3: JUVENILE FICTION / Family / General (see also headings under Social Themes)

Joanne Ryder

Biography

JOANNE RYDER is the author of many books for children, including EACH LIVING THING illustrated by Ashley Wolff, The Snail’s Spell, Earthdance, and My Father’s Hands. Ms. Ryder received The American Nature Study Society’s award for her numerous books about the natural world. She lives in Pacific Grove, California.

Melissa Sweet

Biography

Melissa Sweet is the Caldecott Honor–winning illustrator of many fine children’s books including Some Writer!: The Story of E. B. White, winner of the NCTE Orbis Pictus Award; Balloons over Broadway, a Sibert Medal winner; and The Right Word and A River of Words, both Caldecott Honor Books. Reviewers have described her unique mixed-media illustrations as “exuberant,” “outstanding,” and “a creative delight.” Melissa lives on the beautiful coast of Maine. In addition to writing and painting, she enjoys gardening, hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing. For more information about Melissa and her work, visit her online at melissasweet.net.

These much-loved companion picture books that celebrate all the kissable and huggable moments between little ones and their grown-ups are now available as an adorable board book duo. Joanne Ryder’s playful rhymes pair perfectly with Melissa Sweet’s whimsical illustrations, making these just right for Valentine’s Day, a birthday, or any sweet celebration.

ISBN: 9780152062989
Imprint: Clarion Books
On Sale: Jan 1, 2008
List price: $8.5
No of pages: 30
Trim Size: 4.110 in (w) x 7.110 in (h) x 1.110 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / General
BISAC 2: JUVENILE FICTION / Bedtime & Dreams
BISAC 3: JUVENILE FICTION / Family / General (see also headings under Social Themes)

Joanne Ryder

Biography

JOANNE RYDER is the author of many books for children, including EACH LIVING THING illustrated by Ashley Wolff, The Snail’s Spell, Earthdance, and My Father’s Hands. Ms. Ryder received The American Nature Study Society’s award for her numerous books about the natural world. She lives in Pacific Grove, California.

Melissa Sweet

Biography

Melissa Sweet is the Caldecott Honor–winning illustrator of many fine children’s books including Some Writer!: The Story of E. B. White, winner of the NCTE Orbis Pictus Award; Balloons over Broadway, a Sibert Medal winner; and The Right Word and A River of Words, both Caldecott Honor Books. Reviewers have described her unique mixed-media illustrations as “exuberant,” “outstanding,” and “a creative delight.” Melissa lives on the beautiful coast of Maine. In addition to writing and painting, she enjoys gardening, hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing. For more information about Melissa and her work, visit her online at melissasweet.net.