Pinduli by Janell Cannon (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Pinduli by Janell Cannon Pindulis mama has always told her that shes the most beautiful hyena ever. But Dog, Lion and Zebra dont think so. Why elso would they make her feel so rotten about her big ears, fuzzy mane and wiggly stripes? Ages 4+. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Janell Cannons newest picture book about an unloved animal features an endearing young hyena named Pinduli. Pindulis mama has always told her that shes the most beautiful hyena ever. But Dog, Lion, and Zebra dont think so. Why else would they make her feel so rotten about her big ears, her fuzzy mane, and her wiggly stripes? Poor Pinduli just wants to disappear - and she tries everything she can think of to make that happen. Yet nothing goes her way. Nothing, that is, until a case of mistaken identity lets her show the creatures of the African savanna how a few tiny words - bad or good - can create something enormous. Janell Cannon, the creator of the bestselling Stellaluna, introduces yet another endearing character in this triumphant story about self-image, self-acceptance, and treating others with respect. Includes notes about hyenas and other animals of the African savanna. AGES: 4 to 7 AUTHOR: Janell Cannons picture books have won many awards and are beloved around the world. She is the author and illustrator of Verdi, Crickwing, Pinduli, and the long-time bestselling classic Stellaluna. Born and raised in Minnesota, Ms. Cannon now lives in Southern California. Author Biography JANELL CANNON is the award-winning author and illustrator of picture books about unappreciated and fascinating creatures, including Crickwing, Verdi, and the beloved bestseller Stellaluna. She lives in Southern California. Review Winner of the ASPCA Henry Bergh Childrens Book Award "Cannon combines an anthropomorphic story with factual endnotes about the wildlife, and the engaging artwork succeeds in making an unappealing creature sympathetic. The illustrations mix Audubon verisimilitude with Disney-like sentimentality." --Publishers Weekly "Stunning full-page naturalistic acrylic paintings with colored pencils focus on key episodes with an emphasis on the emotions of the animals. . . . The engaging tale includes great natural history, as in Stellaluna and the authors similar other works." --Childrens Literature "The animals expressions and antics are hilarious and endearing; Cannon has pulled off quite a feat in creating a cuddly hyena protagonist. This touching book about personal growth and self-acceptance gently demonstrates how the actions of one can have far-reaching effects on many others. An appealing and worthwhile purchase." --School Library Journal "Cannon fans will lap it up." --Kirkus Reviews -- Kirkus US Review After being ridiculed for her big ears, her fuzzy fur, and her uneven stripes, a little hyena tries to change herself into something else, but learns an amazing secret about the power of words to hurt and to heal. When she covers herself in pale thick dust, the other animals on the savanna believe that Pindulis a spirit sent to extract penance for their unkindness. Turns out that each of the animals was ridiculed for their own individuality, making them in turn tease another animal. Finding freedom in this revelation, Pinduli (a Swahili word for catalyst) extracts promises of apologies and throws in a request for food, knowing that it will ease her mothers burden. Graphic paintings illustrate the stark savanna and its variety of inhabitants. Appendices introduce hyenas and the reason that some animals lack fur or feathers. Preachy, but Cannon fans will lap it up. (Picture book. 5-8) (Kirkus Reviews) Prizes Winner of Grand Canyon Reader Award (Picture Book) 2007 Runner-up for Buckaroo Book Award 2005 Commended for Golden Sower Award (Primary) 2007 Short-listed for North Carolina Childrens Book Award (Picture Book) 2006 Short-listed for Colorado Childrens Book Award (Picture Book) 2006 Short-listed for Arkansas Diamond Primary Book Award 2006 Review Quote Winner of the ASPCA Henry Bergh Childrens Book Award "Cannon combines an anthropomorphic story with factual endnotes about the wildlife, and the engaging artwork succeeds in making an unappealing creature sympathetic. The illustrations mix Audubon verisimilitude with Disney-like sentimentality." -- Publishers Weekly Details ISBN0152046682 Author Janell Cannon Short Title PINDULI Publisher Harcourt Childrens Books Language English ISBN-10 0152046682 ISBN-13 9780152046682 Media Book Format Hardcover Year 2004 Country of Publication United States Residence CA, US Birth 1957 Audience Age 4-7 Illustrator Janell Cannon DOI 10.1604/9780152046682 AU Release Date 2004-09-01 NZ Release Date 2004-09-01 US Release Date 2004-09-01 UK Release Date 2004-09-01 Pages 46 Edition Description Library Binding Publication Date 2004-09-01 Imprint Harcourt Childrens Books DEWEY 813.54 Illustrations colour illustrations Audience Children / Juvenile Imprint US Clarion Books Publisher US HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 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