A joyful, empowering story of a boy made royal by his mother’s hand-stitched clothes, inspired by the author's childhood in St. Lucia, and with art by a #1 NYT bestselling artist with St. Lucian roots.\nWhat makes a patchwork prince? A prince must be ready for adventure—ready for the night, ready to pluck the brightest, most beautiful fabrics from the scrap heap, ready to run when danger comes. With the treasures he and his mother collect, she will make him clothes fit for royalty: No flashy jewels, no crown, but a cut and drape that hug his Black shoulders just right. And in his new clothes, with chin held high, he will know he is a prince.\nTogether with Kitt Thomas’s beautiful, exuberant artwork, acclaimed author Baptiste Paul brings readers a celebratory story about confidence and self-worth, and the enduring love between a mother and son.\n"Joyful [and] powerful . . . So much beauty.” —SLJ (starred review) 
"Artfully rendered . . . A loving portrait of a child embracing their innate value." —PW 
"Filled with energy and movement, [the book speaks] to the resilience of the human spirit." —Kirkus

Patchwork Prince

Children's Books

Paul, Baptiste

Growing Up & Facts of Life

Dial Books

Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of 2018 School Library Journal Best Book of 2018 The Horn Book Best Picture Book of 2018 Shelf Awareness Best Children's Book of the Year Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year A soccer story—for boy and girls alike! “Vini! Come! The field calls!” cries a girl as she and her younger brother rouse their community—family, friends, and the local fruit vendor—for a pickup soccer (futbol) game. Boys and girls, young and old, players and spectators come running—bearing balls, shoes, goals, and a love of the sport. “Friends versus friends” teams are formed, the field is cleared of cows, and the game begins! But will a tropical rainstorm threaten their plans? The world’s most popular and inclusive sport has found its spirited, poetic, and authentic voice in Baptiste Paul’s debut picture book—highlighting the joys of the game along with its universal themes: teamwork, leadership, diversity, and acceptance. Creole words (as spoken in St. Lucia, the author’s birthplace island in the Caribbean) add spice to the story and are a strong reminder of the sport’s world fame. Bright and brilliant illustrations by debut children’s book illustrator Jacqueline Alcántara—winner of the We Need Diverse Books Illustration Mentorship Award—capture the grit and glory of the game and the beauty of the island setting where this particular field was inspired. Soccer fan or not, the call of The Field is irresistible.

The Field

NorthSouth Books

Peace

Product Description Peace is on purpose. Peace is a choice. Peace lets the smallest of us have a voice.From a hello and pronouncing your friend’s name correctly to giving more than you take and saying I’m sorry, this simple concept book explores definitions of peace and actions small and big that foster it. Award-winning authors, Baptiste Paul and Miranda Paul, have teamed up with illustrator Estelí Meza—winner of the ‘A la Orilla del Viento’ the premier Picture Book Contest Award in Mexico—to create an inspiring look at things we can all do to bring peace into our lives and world. CCBC Choices 2022 Charter Oak Children's Book Award Nominee, 2021 Northern Lights Book Awards Mindfulness Category Winner, 2021 Shortlisted for Gourmand Awards in "peace" category, April 2022 "This picture book takes a huge concept like peace and makes it completely approachable for young readers." - Mutually Inclusive Blog From School Library Journal Gr 1-2-Charmingly illustrated, this striking picture book informs young readers of the benefits of peace and that it is attainable for each of us: "Peace is on purpose. Peace is a choice. Peace lets the smallest of us have a voice." Delivered in perfectly scanning rhyming couplets, this important lesson is easily understood in the words that define peace and in the engaging illustrations. Round-face children in a wide variety of skin tones and hair colors mix and mingle with one another and with insects and animals from around the world, including lions, rabbits, bears, zebras, and birds. Bright colors decorate the pages with round-topped trees and flowers along with smiling animals and youngsters. Some of the animals pictured are symbols of peace, such as cranes and the doves holding an olive branch, and some are critters considered naturally peaceful: pandas, koalas, penguins, and butterflies. The authors' note at the end tells of how war affects not only humans but also the animals living in the midst of conflict and how peace can help repopulate devastated areas. VERDICT A valuable, necessary lesson that beautifully defines peace for children and their adults.-Maryann H. Owen, Oak Creek P.L., WIα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. Review A visually splendid primer on peace. ― Kirkus ReviewsA valuable, necessary lesson that beautifully defines peace for children and their adults. ― School Library JournalPerfect for celebrating spring as a time of birth and hope, this book is sure to spark family conversations about peace and personal responsibility. ― Washington ParentThoughtful, inspiring words and exquisite illustrations to share with young minds during increasingly tumultuous times. ― Avery & Augustine BlogThis picture book takes a huge concept like peace and makes it completely approachable for young readers. ― Mutually Inclusive Blog About the Author Miranda Paul is the award-winning author of more than a dozen books for children, including Little Libraries, Big Heroes, illustrated by John Parra. She is a founding member of the organization We Need Diverse Books, and lives with her family in Green Bay, Wisconsin Baptiste Paul is a children’s picture book author. His first book for NorthSouth, The Field, received 3 starred reviews and won the Sonia Lynn Sadler Award, was a Junior Library Guild selection, and also appeared on the Horn Book Fanfare Best of 2018, the School Library Journal Best of 2018, and the CCBC 2018 Choices lists. Baptiste loves sports, likes to roast his own coffee, and grills. He lives in Wisconsin with his family.Estelí Meza grew up surrounded by books, and her love for illustration began when she attended la Feria del Libro Infantil y Juvenil with her father. In 2018, Estelí was awarded A la Orilla del Viento, the premier picture book award in Mexico. Finding Home is her author-illustrator debut in the United States, published by Scholastic. She has als

Paul, Miranda

Animals

A beautiful Spanish edition of Peace.&nbsp; Peace is on purpose. Peace is a choice. Peace lets the smallest of us have a voice. From a hello and pronouncing your friend's name correctly to giving more than you take and saying I'm sorry, this simple concept book explores definitions of peace and actions small and big that foster it. Award-winning authors, Baptiste Paul and Miranda Paul, have teamed up with illustrator Estelí Meza--winner of the 'A la Orilla del Viento' the premier Picture Book Contest Award in Mexico--to create an inspiring look at things we can all do to bring peace into our lives and world with this Spanish language edition. "This picture book takes a huge concept like peace and makes it completely approachable for young readers."&nbsp;-&nbsp;Mutually Inclusive Blog

Paz: (Spanish Edition)

The Spanish edition of the Junior Library Guide selection and four-time best book winner, The Field!\nSoccer fan or not, the call of The Field is irresistible.\n“Vini! Come! The field calls!” cries a girl as she and her younger brother rouse their community—family, friends, and the local fruit vendor—for a pick-up soccer (futbol) game. Boys and girls, young and old, players and spectators come running—bringing balls, shoes, goals, and a love of the sport.\n“Friends versus friends” teams are formed, the field is cleared of cows, and the game begins! But will a tropical rainstorm threaten their plans?\nThe world’s most popular and inclusive sport has found its spirited and authentic voice in Baptiste Paul’s debut picture book— highlighting the joys of the game along with its universal themes: teamwork, leadership, diversity, and acceptance. Creole words (as spoken in Saint Lucia, the author’s birthplace island in the Caribbean) add spice to the story and are a strong reminder of the sport’s world fame. Bright and brilliant illustrations by debut children’s book illustrator Jacqueline Alcántara— winner of the We Need Diverse Books Illustration Mentorship award— capture the grit and glory of the game and the beauty of the island setting that inspired this particular field.\n“Irresistible fun.”— Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review\n“A wonderful depiction of a joyful pastime...and a reminder of some of the ways we are more alike than different.”—Booklist, Starred Review\nA Junior Library Guild Selection 
Winner of the Sonia Lynn Sadler Award 
Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of 2018 
School Library Journal Best Book of 2018 
The Horn Book Fanfare 2018 
Shelf Awareness Best Children’s Book of the Year 
Bank Street Best Children’s Book of the Year

El campo: (Spanish Edition)

Now in paperback! Soccer fan or not, the call of The Field is irresistible. A Junior Library Guild Selection Winner of the Sonia Lynn Sadler Award "Irresistible fun."-- Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review "A wonderful depiction of a joyful pastime . . . and a reminder of some of the ways we are more alike than different."--Booklist, Starred Review Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of 2018 School Library Journal Best Book of 2018 The Horn Book Fanfare 2018 Shelf Awareness Best Children's Book of the Year Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year&nbsp; &nbsp; "Vini! Come! The field calls!" cries a girl as she and her younger brother rouse their community--family, friends, and the local fruit vendor--for a pick-up soccer (futbol) game. Boys and girls, young and old, players and spectators come running--bringing balls, shoes, goals, and a love of the sport. "Friends versus friends" teams are formed, the field is cleared of cows, and the game begins! But will a tropical rainstorm threaten their plans? The world's most popular and inclusive sport has?found its spirited and authentic voice in Baptiste Paul's debut picture book-- highlighting the joys of the game along with its universal themes: teamwork, leadership, diversity, and acceptance. Creole words (as spoken in Saint Lucia, the author's birthplace island in the Caribbean) add spice to the story and are a strong reminder of the sport's world fame. Bright and brilliant illustrations by debut children's book illustrator Jacqueline Alcántara-- winner of the We Need Diverse Books Illustration Mentorship award-- capture the grit and glory of the game and the beauty of the island setting that inspired this particular field. &nbsp;

Take a hike with this father-daughter adventure that's sure to inspire you to get outside.&nbsp; &nbsp; When a young child reminds her dad about the hike they planned, her father is hesitant --To the tippy top? It's a great day to watch futbol (soccer). But as the two climb on, her enthusiasm is contagious. Filled with setbacks, surprises, and stunning views, this warm and humorous story highlights in vivid colors the bonding power of a shared experience.&nbsp;A list of creatures at the end prompts a second look for keen-eyed readers to make discoveries of their own. Baptiste Paul and Jacqueline Alcántara (co-creators of The Field) have teamed up again! Baptiste's humorous and tender text, with a sprinkling of Creole words straight from the Pitons, and Jacqueline Alcántara's vibrant and evocative illustrations capture the wonder and emotions experienced on the trail and the special relationship between a parent and a child.&nbsp; &nbsp; Praise for The Field: Kirkus Reviews&nbsp;Best Picture Book of 2018 School Library Journal&nbsp;Best Book of 2018 The Horn Book&nbsp;Best Picture Book of 2018 Shelf Awareness&nbsp;Best Children's Book of the Year Bank Street&nbsp;Best Children's Book of the Year &nbsp; "Irresistible fun." Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review "Vibrant illustrations . . . match the vigor and excitement of the text."&nbsp;The Horn Book, Starred Review "Excitement overflows from the pages and the children."&nbsp;Booklist, Starred Review&nbsp;

Climb On!

Sports & Outdoors

"A valuable, necessary lesson that beautifully defines peace for children and their adults."-School Library Journal, starred review A stunning and multicultural introduction to the concept of peace for young readers, now available in paperback. Peace is on purpose. Peace is a choice. Peace lets the smallest of us have a voice. From a hello and pronouncing your friend's name correctly to giving more than you take and saying I'm sorry, this simple concept book explores definitions of peace and actions small and big that foster it. Award-winning authors, Baptiste Paul and Miranda Paul, have teamed up with illustrator Estelí Meza--winner of the 'A la Orilla del Viento' the premier Picture Book Contest Award in Mexico--to create an inspiring look at things we can all do to bring peace into our lives and world.

Literature & Fiction

Take a hike with this father-daughter adventure that's sure to inspire you to get outside. ¡Una aventura que te inspirará a salir al aire libre! When a young child reminds her dad about the hike they planned, her father is hesitant --To the tippy top? It's a great day to watch futbol (soccer). But as the two climb on, her enthusiasm is contagious. Filled with setbacks, surprises, and stunning views, this warm and humorous story highlights in vivid colors the bonding power of a shared experience. A list of creatures at the end prompts a second look for keen-eyed readers to make discoveries of their own. Baptiste Paul and Jacqueline Alcántara (co-creators of The Field) have teamed up again! Baptiste's humorous and tender text, with a sprinkling of Creole words straight from the Pitons, and Jacqueline Alcántara's vibrant and evocative illustrations capture the wonder and emotions experienced on the trail and the special relationship between a parent and a child. Un padre quiere pasar el día viendo fútbol en la tele, pero su hija le recuerda que ha prometido subir con ella en una caminata-hasta la cima. A medida que los dos suben, el entusiasmo de la niña se vuelve contagioso. Abundan los contratiempos y las sorpresas pero también las vistas impresionantes. Este divertido cuento de Baptiste Paul y Jacqueline Alcántara --con ilustraciones vibrantes y una pizca de palabras criollas que provienen directamente de las montañas Pitons-- captura la maravilla del camino, la relación especial entre un padre y su hija y el poder de una experiencia compartida. Una serie de animales al final del libro invitan a que los lectores hagan sus propios descubrimientos.

¡Sigamos subiendo!: (Spanish Edition)

Ediciones NorteSur

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Patchwork Prince

The Field

Peace

Paz: (Spanish Edition)

El campo: (Spanish Edition)

The Field

Climb On!

Peace

¡Sigamos subiendo!: (Spanish Edition)

Paz: (Spanish Edition)