Bibliograph

Balderdash!, John Newbery and the boisterous birth of children's books, by Michelle Markel ; illustrated by Nancy Carpenter

Type

Label

Balderdash!, John Newbery and the boisterous birth of children's books, by Michelle Markel ; illustrated by Nancy Carpenter

Language

eng

resource.biographical

individual biography

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Balderdash!

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Oclc number

974642016

Responsibility statement

by Michelle Markel ; illustrated by Nancy Carpenter

Sub title

John Newbery and the boisterous birth of children's books

Summary

aThis rollicking and fascinating picture book biography chronicles the life of the first pioneer of children's books J́ohn Newbery himself. While most children's books in the 18th century contained lessons and rules, John Newbery imagined them overflowing with entertaining stories, science, and games. He believed that every book should be made for the reader's enjoyment. Newbery f́or whom the prestigious Newbery Medal is named b́ecame a celebrated author and publisher, changing the world of children's books forever. This book about his life and legacy is as full of energy and delight as any young reader could wish

Target audience

juvenile

Classification

Contributor