A House in the Sky
  • Published: 15 May 2018
  • ISBN: 9781580897808
  • Imprint: Charlesbridge Children
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $38.00

A House in the Sky

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Caldecott Honor recipient Steve Jenkins shines as the author of this amusing and thorough introduction to animal homes.

Caldecott Honor recipient Steve Jenkins shines as the author of this amusing and thorough introduction to animal homes.

Turtles, birds, fish, beavers, and kangaroos are just like people--they need homes, and take up residence in unusual places. A simple main text introduces similarities between human and animal homes while sidebars detail the unique qualities of each animal and its home. Stylized yet realistic watercolor illustrations prove that nonfiction can be accurate and elegant, and readers of all ages will appreciate this layered narrative.
  • Published: 15 May 2018
  • ISBN: 9781580897808
  • Imprint: Charlesbridge Children
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $38.00
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About the author

Steve Jenkins

Steve Jenkins is a graphic designer and artist who admits that his first love was science, an interest that shows through clearly in his interpretive art of animals. He and his wife collaborate often and run a graphic design firm together. He has three children and currently lives in Colorado.

He has illustrated many books including the Caldecott Honor recipient What Do You Do with a Tail Like This?

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Praise for A House in the Sky

Praise for What Do You Do With a Tail Like This? (Jenkins):

  • A 2004 Caldecott Honor
  • "This is a striking, thoughtfully created book with intriguing facts made more memorable through dynamic art."--Booklist, starred review

    • Praise for Down, Down, Down: A Journey to the Bottom of the Sea (Jenkins):
  • "A must for any geography or natural history collection."--The Bulletin, starred review

    • Praise for First Garden: The White House Garden and How It Grew (Gourley):
  • "[F]ocused writing and lively illustrations will keep children engaged. A fine choice for introducing children to the rewards of gardening at home or at school."--Booklist, starred review