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    Love Is My Favorite Thing

    Author Emma Chichester Clark
    Illustrated by Emma Chichester Clark
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    $8.99 US
    Penguin Young Readers | Nancy Paulsen Books
    9.5"W x 11.31"H x 0.15"D  
    On sale Dec 29, 2020 | 32 Pages | 9780593405550
    Up to Kindergarten
    Reading Level: Lexile AD500L | Fountas & Pinnell K
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    Starring an enthusiastic pooch whose joy, optimism, and love know no bounds, this lively picture book based on Emma Chichester Clark’s own dog celebrates unconditional love—even when we get carried away.

    “Clark captures a dog’s exuberance and love of the simple things. . . . No child will fail to understand the dog’s conundrum.” —Kirkus Reviews

    Plum has lots of favorite things—catching sticks, her bear, her bed—but really, LOVE is her absolute favorite thing. She loves her family and all the things they do together. Sometimes, however, Plum’s enthusiasm for all the things she loves causes trouble, and she just can’t help being naughty! Fortunately, love is such a powerful thing that even when she makes mistakes, Plum’s family still adores her.

    Complete with whimsical illustrations, simple text, and an endearing message that will resonate with readers of all ages, Love Is My Favorite Thing is the perfect reminder that everyone, no matter their mistakes, deserves love.
    The author of the immensely popular Blue Kangaroo books, among many others, Emma Chichester Clark has illustrated books by Roald Dahl, Kevin Crossley-Holland, Peter Dickinson, and Michael Morpurgo. Visit Emma and Plum at emmachichesterclark.blogspot.co.uk. View titles by Emma Chichester Clark
    “Clark captures a dog's exuberance and love of the simple things. . . . And no child will fail to understand the dog's conundrum: she knows what she should do and yet feels compelled to do the wrong thing anyway. Fur, ears, and posture speak volumes. Dog lovers will especially ‘LOVE’ this, and readers who can't get enough can follow the real-life Plum in the author's blog.”—Kirkus Reviews

    “Clark exuberantly captures Plum’s zest for life, whether it’s playing with the kids next door or causing trouble that tests her family’s patience. But unconditional love is unconditional love, and even at the height of Plum’s post-mischief worry—‘Would they ever love me again?’ she wonders, stuck in time-out—the answer to that question is never in doubt.”—Publishers Weekly

    “Little ones will easily identify with Plum, who wants to be good but also finds some things irresistible. Clark, who blogs about her real dog, Plum, presents a book, jauntily illustrated in watercolor and colored pencil, that brims with good humor, recognizable lessons, and, of course, lots of love. The oversize format—eye-catching spreads and pages of vignettes—makes this a great choice for story hours.”—Booklist

    “Children will fall in love with Plummie and laugh at her mishaps.”—School Library Connection

    Love Is My Favorite Thing | Read Aloud Flip-Along Book | Brightly Storytime

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    Starring an enthusiastic pooch whose joy, optimism, and love know no bounds, this lively picture book based on Emma Chichester Clark’s own dog celebrates unconditional love—even when we get carried away.

    “Clark captures a dog’s exuberance and love of the simple things. . . . No child will fail to understand the dog’s conundrum.” —Kirkus Reviews

    Plum has lots of favorite things—catching sticks, her bear, her bed—but really, LOVE is her absolute favorite thing. She loves her family and all the things they do together. Sometimes, however, Plum’s enthusiasm for all the things she loves causes trouble, and she just can’t help being naughty! Fortunately, love is such a powerful thing that even when she makes mistakes, Plum’s family still adores her.

    Complete with whimsical illustrations, simple text, and an endearing message that will resonate with readers of all ages, Love Is My Favorite Thing is the perfect reminder that everyone, no matter their mistakes, deserves love.

    Author

    The author of the immensely popular Blue Kangaroo books, among many others, Emma Chichester Clark has illustrated books by Roald Dahl, Kevin Crossley-Holland, Peter Dickinson, and Michael Morpurgo. Visit Emma and Plum at emmachichesterclark.blogspot.co.uk. View titles by Emma Chichester Clark

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    “Clark captures a dog's exuberance and love of the simple things. . . . And no child will fail to understand the dog's conundrum: she knows what she should do and yet feels compelled to do the wrong thing anyway. Fur, ears, and posture speak volumes. Dog lovers will especially ‘LOVE’ this, and readers who can't get enough can follow the real-life Plum in the author's blog.”—Kirkus Reviews

    “Clark exuberantly captures Plum’s zest for life, whether it’s playing with the kids next door or causing trouble that tests her family’s patience. But unconditional love is unconditional love, and even at the height of Plum’s post-mischief worry—‘Would they ever love me again?’ she wonders, stuck in time-out—the answer to that question is never in doubt.”—Publishers Weekly

    “Little ones will easily identify with Plum, who wants to be good but also finds some things irresistible. Clark, who blogs about her real dog, Plum, presents a book, jauntily illustrated in watercolor and colored pencil, that brims with good humor, recognizable lessons, and, of course, lots of love. The oversize format—eye-catching spreads and pages of vignettes—makes this a great choice for story hours.”—Booklist

    “Children will fall in love with Plummie and laugh at her mishaps.”—School Library Connection

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