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About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherPenguin Young Readers Group
ISBN-100670013110
ISBN-139780670013111
eBay Product ID (ePID)92953335
Product Key Features
Book TitleCorduroy : Giant Board Book
Number of Pages32 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2011
TopicClassics, Toys, Dolls & Puppets, Activity Books, Business, Careers, Occupations, Animals / Bears, General, Social Themes / Friendship
GenreJuvenile Fiction, Juvenile Nonfiction
AuthorDon Freeman
Book SeriesCorduroy Ser.
FormatChildren's Board Books
Dimensions
Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight27.2 Oz
Item Length10.7 in
Item Width9.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience
ReviewsCorduroy has donated more than three million dollars to a charity helping children with severe illnesses, disabilities, or traumas. Corduroy hosted Jumpstart's Read for the Record campaign, which raised more than $1.5 million for early education programs. Two million children and adults read the book on the same day. Corduroy was one of the first books inducted into the Indies Choice Book Awards Picture Book Hall of Fame. The New York Public Library named Corduroy one of the 100 Great Children's Books from the Last 100 Years. The National Education Association named Corduroy one of the Teachers' Top 100 Books for Children. School Library Journal named Corduroy one of the Top 100 Picture Books for the 21st Century. Corduroy's creator, Don Freeman, received the Kerlan Award in recognition of his singular attainments in the creation of children's literature. Close to 20 million copies of the Corduroy books have sold in the United States and around the world.
Dewey Edition21
Grade FromPreschool
Grade ToPreschool
Dewey Decimal813.5/4
SynopsisCelebrate 50 years of the beloved teddy bear. 2018 marks Corduroy's 50th anniversary, and Don Freeman's classic character is even more popular today than he was when he first came on the scene. Now, with a full-sized trim and sturdy pages, this edition is baby - and toddler - friendly, and perfect for the whole family., NATIONAL BESTSELLER . The treasured childhood classic that tells the heartwarming story of a little bear and a little girl finding the friend they have always wanted in each other. Corduroy lives in the toy department of a big store. Day after day he waits with all the other animals and dolls for somebody to come along and take him home. Yet as soon as Lisa sees him, she knows that he's the bear for her. Her mother, though, thinks he's a little shopworn-he's even missing a button! Still, Corduroy knows that with a bit of work he can tidy himself up and be just the bear for Lisa. Recognizable by his namesake green corduroy overalls, Corduroy and his misadventures in the search for his button have entertained and endeared generations of readers. The timeless quality of Corduroy's story continues to appeal to children today as it has for decades, ensuring his place in everyone's heart for years to come., NATIONAL BESTSELLER - The treasured childhood classic that tells the heartwarming story of a little bear and a little girl finding the friend they have always wanted in each other. Corduroy lives in the toy department of a big store. Day after day he waits with all the other animals and dolls for somebody to come along and take him home. Yet as soon as Lisa sees him, she knows that he's the bear for her. Her mother, though, thinks he's a little shopworn--he's even missing a button! Still, Corduroy knows that with a bit of work he can tidy himself up and be just the bear for Lisa. Recognizable by his namesake green corduroy overalls, Corduroy and his misadventures in the search for his button have entertained and endeared generations of readers. The timeless quality of Corduroy's story continues to appeal to children today as it has for decades, ensuring his place in everyone's heart for years to come.
Everyone has to love the story of Corduroy! This book is perfect for reading to any age. The size make the book so appealing to children. Sturdy cover and colorful pages all peaks the interest of the readers or listeners. Made for teachers reading to a class, but wonderful and joyful book to add to your collection.