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Everything I Need to Know I Learned from a Little Golden Book : An Inspirational Gift Book by Diane Muldrow (2013, Picture Book)

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LC Classification Number : PN6231.C6142
Item Weight : 12.2 Oz
Number of Pages : 96 Pages
Item Width : 6.9 in
Dewey Decimal : 158.1
Item Height : 0.4 in
Author : Diane Muldrow
ISBN-10 : 0307977617
Dewey Edition : 23
Illustrator : Yes
Format : Picture Book
brand : Random House Children's Books
LCCN : 2012-949414
Item Length : 8.1 in
Synopsis : Filled with humorous, practical tips for getting the most out of life, this Little Golden Book "guide to life" is the perfect keepsake gift to celebrate birthdays and other new beginnings and milestones for readers of any age who cherish the classic little books with the gold foil spines! This humorous guide offers advice for getting the most out of life, the Little Golden Book way! Drawn from beloved classics like The Poky Little Puppy , We Help Mommy , and many more classics, important lessons such as "Remember to stop and smell the strawberries," "Don't forget to enjoy your wedding," and "Be a hugger" are paired with iconic images by Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkin, Mary Blair, Garth Williams, and more., Filled with humorous, practical tips for getting the most out of life, this Little Golden Book "guide to life" is theperfect keepsake gift to celebrate birthdays and other new beginnings and milestones for readers of any age who cherish the classic little books with the gold foil spines! This humorous guide offers advice for getting the most out of life, the Little Golden Book way! Drawn from beloved classics like The Poky Little Puppy , We Help Mommy , and many more classics, important lessons such as "Remember to stop and smell the strawberries," "Don't forget to enjoy your wedding," and "Be a hugger" are paired with iconic images by Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkin, Mary Blair, Garth Williams, and more., Sure to bring memories and a smile, this Little Golden Book "guide to life" is the perfect graduation gift for anyone who cherishes the sturdy little books with the shiny cardboard covers and gold foil spines A humorous "guide to life" for grown-ups One day, Diane Muldrow, a longtime editor of the iconic Little Golden Books, realized that, despite their whimsical appearance, there was hardly a real-life situation that hadn't been covered in the more than 70-year-old line of children's books--from managing money, to the importance of exercise, to finding contentment in the simplest things. In this age of debt, depression, and diabetes, could we adults use a refresher course in the gentle lessons from these adorable books, she wondered--a "Little Golden guide to life"? Yes, we could Muldrow's humorous yet practical tips for getting the most out of life ("Don't forget to enjoy your wedding " "Be a hugger." "Sweatpants are bad for morale."), drawn from more than 60 stories, are paired with delightful images from these best-loved children's books of all time--among them The Poky Little Puppy, Pantaloon, Mister Dog, Nurse Nancy, We Help Mommy, Five Pennies to Spend, and The Little Red Hen. The Golden greats of children's illustration are represented here as well: Richard Scarry, Garth Williams, Eloise Wilkin, J. P. Miller, and Mary Blair, among many others. Sure to bring memories and a smile, this book is a perfect gift for baby boomers, recent grads, lovers of children's literature--or anyone who cherishes the sturdy little books with the shiny cardboard covers and gold foil spines
Topic : Personal Growth / Happiness, General, Form / Parodies, Motivational & Inspirational
gtin13 : 9780307977618
Reviews : Publishers Weekly , July 15, 2013: "Readers who grew up with Little Golden Books...will enjoy this optimistic and cheering trip down memory lane." Kirkus Reviews, September 1, 2013: "Chicken soup for fans of Golden Books.", Publishers Weekly , July 15, 2013: "Readers who grew up with Little Golden Books...will enjoy this optimistic and cheering trip down memory lane." Kirkus Reviews, September 1, 2013: "Chicken soup for fans of Golden Books." School Library Journal , October 2013: "A fun and entertaining walk down memory lane... This title will be great for sharing one-on-one with children.", Publishers Weekly , July 15, 2013: "Readers who grew up with Little Golden Books...will enjoy this optimistic and cheering trip down memory lane."
Genre : Self-Help, Humor
Language : English
ISBN-13 : 9780307977618
Book Title : Everything I Need to Know I Learned from a Little Golden Book : an Inspirational Gift Book
Publisher : Random House Children's Books
Publication Year : 2013
Intended Audience : Trade

Everything I Need To Know I Learned From a Little Golden Book (Little Golden Books (Random House)) ISBN/UPC 9780307977618 Title: Everything I Need To Know I Learned From a Little Golden Book (Little Golden Books (Random House)) Authors: Muldrow, Diane E. Binding: hardcover Publisher: Golden Books Publication Date: Sep 24 2013 Edition: Condition : Used – Very Good . Former Library book.. All orders guaranteed and ship within 24 hours. Your purchase supports More Than Words, a nonprofit job training program for youth, empowering youth to take charge of their lives by taking charge of a business. About More Than Words More Than Words is a nonprofit social enterprise that empowers youth who are in the foster care system, court involved, homeless, or out of school to take charge of their lives by taking charge of a business. Payment We accept PayPal for all eBay orders. Please see payment details below. Shipping Multiple shipping options are available for this item. For more detail, please see below, and select the shipping option that is most convenient for you. International Shipping: Import duties, taxes, and charges are NOT INCLUDED in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer”s responsibility. Please check with your country”s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding / buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts.” US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. Returns Your satisfaction is very important to us. Please contact us via the methods available within eBay regarding any problems before leaving negative feedback. Any defects, damages, or material differences with your item, must be reported to us within 7 days of receipt of the item or 30 days from date of shipment. The returned merchandise must be postmarked within 30 days of the shipment notification. Non-deliveries must be reported within 30 days of Shipment Notification. Undeliverable, unclaimed, refused, or insufficient addresses may be subject to a 20% restocking fee plus the cost of shipping. © 2012 More Than Words

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