Celebrate Thanksgiving with Books from Candlewick Press

Enjoy these Candlewick titles with some turkey and mashed potatoes this Thanksgiving!

New This Year:

The Great Thanksgiving Escape

Written and illustrated by Mark Fearing

Picture book: 9780763663063 ? September 2014 ? $15.99 ? 32 pages ? Ages 3-7

A hilarious, kid-friendly take on Thanksgiving - full of family, food, and lots of fun!

"Expect requests for second helpings of this holiday treat." - School Library Journal

"A hoot for all ages. Kids will identify, and parents will reminisce. ... A holiday offering that definitely makes a fun all its own." - Kirkus Reviews

Don't miss this title's activity kit!

Gobble, Gobble, Tucker!

Written and illustrated by Leslie McGuirk

Board book: 9780763668877 ? September 2014 ? $7.99 ? $32 pages ? Ages 2-5

Leslie McGuirk's enthusiastic Tucker tries to be a patient little pup in this Thanksgiving story that is satisfying in every way.

"McGuirk sticks to a simple, celebratory narrative, and her gouache cartoons and hand-lettered text give the book a homey feel that's just right for the holiday." - Publishers Weekly

"The illustrations, rich with vibrant fall colors, gently falling leaves, and cheerful pups and people, help to set a warm atmosphere of familiarity and fun. A meandering tale about a special day that Tucker fans will gobble right up." - Kirkus Reviews

Thanksgiving Favorites:

Over the River and Through the Wood

Written and illustrated by Matt Tavares

HC: 9780763666965 ? August 2013 ? $8.99 ? 32 pages ? Ages 3 and up

"An old-timey New England landscape of wintry merrymaking. A lovely way to start the season." - The N ew York Times

"A charming and dynamic rendition." - School Library Journal

Giving Thanks

By Jonathan London, illustrated by Gregory Manchess

PB: 9780763655945 ? August 2011 ? $6.99 ? 32 pages ? Ages 3 -7

A father passes on to his son the gift of seeing the beauty around him - and giving thanks.

And a healthy eating adventure for this food-centric holiday:

What's So Yummy?

All About Eating Well and Feeling Good

By Robie H. Harris, illustrated by Nadine Bernard Westcott

PB: 9780763636326 ? September 2024 ? $15.99 ? 40 pages ? Ages 2 -5

Acclaimed New York Times best-selling author Robie H. Harris introduces preschoolers to the pleasures of eating healthy, being active, and feeling good.

"Never shaming and always empowering, the book champions healthy choices as key to good living. An informational title that seems good for you without being a pill to swallow." - Kirkus Reviews

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