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Biscuits in the Cupboard

Name: Biscuits in the Cupboard
Author: Barbara Nichol illustrated by Philippe Beha
ISBN: 9780773759367

by Barbara Nichol illustrated by Philippe Beha

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Overview

A lazy dog is just one of the many confident canine characters you'll meet in this whimsical collection of rhymes and poems that reflect the inner musings of these cherished pets. From the first joyful notions of very young puppies to the contemplative wisdom of dogs who have "been around the block", "Biscuits in the Cupboard" will bring smiles of recognition from readers of all ages. Full color. 32 pp. All Ages. Pub: 1/98.

About the Author, Barbara Nichol illustrated by Philippe Beha

Barbara Nichol is the author of "Dippers," a finalist for the Governor General’ s Literary Award, and "Biscuits in the Cupboard," winner of the Mr. Christie Book Award. She is the director of the Juno Award-winning, platinum recording "Beethoven Lives Upstairs," and author of the book. She has worked extensively in television and radio, including work for “ Sesame Street, ” and the CBC radio program " Ideas." She is also the author of "The Home for Blind Women," which won a Genie Award for best short film.
Sir William Cornelius Van Horne was born in Illinois in 1843. He left school while in his teens and began to work for the railway. In 1881, he was hired to oversee the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway, Canada’ s transcontinental railroad. When he officially retired from the CPR in 1899, Van Horne worked on the creation of railways in Central America and pursued his many hobbies: farming, geology, painting, and art collecting. Van Horne died in 1915. His body was transported by train to a burial site in Joliet, Illinois.

Philippe has illustrated more than 100 childrens books.

Stoddart is a Fitzhenry and Whiteside author.

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Editorials

Children's Literature - Shalini Murthy

An endearing cast of canine characters share their reflections and thoughts in this wonderful collection of poems and rhymes that children of all ages will enjoy. The poems are presented in groups of two and more, each group sharing a common theme. Those in the group "First Poems," for example, share the elements of quality poems for the young-rhythm and rhyme. Older children, on the other hand, will delight in the riddles presented in another group of poems. The funny, cartoon-like illustrations are an added bonus. Like a favorite ice-cream store, there's one here for everyone to enjoy. An excellent choice, particularly for those children who dislike poetry and reluctant readers!

School Library Journal

K-Gr 4Does anyone ever think about how dogs feel about fetching all those balls humans throw? Nichol does in her poem, "Lazy Dog": "My grievance is so very small/I'm tempted to forget it./But when it's you who threw the ball/Why must I go and get it?" This appealing collection of canine poetry is written entirely from a dog's point of view. Thus, the selections cover such subjects as fleas, rolling over, and a walk in the park. Many are joyous: "Dish and bowl/Dish and bowl/Do I love you?/Heart and soul!" Others require readers to think about the animal's perspective. Beha's lively cartoon illustrations are reminiscent of Quentin Blake's work. Their whimsical quality perfectly complements the humorous tone of the poems. Pair some of these rhymes with selections from Joanna Cole and Stephanie Calmenson's Give a Dog a Bone (Scholastic, 1996) or give equal time to felines with Nancy Larrick's Cats Are Cats (Philomel, 1988) or Myra Cohn Livingston's Cat Poems (Holiday, 1987). Children will find this doggie collection a delight, and will exercise their imaginations as they think about life through a dog's eyes.Robin L. Gibson, Muskingum County Library System, Zanesville, OH