Don Freeman (1) [1908–1978]

10AM SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13 Storytime with B. G. Hennessey: A Christmas Wish For Corduroy LOCATION: CHANGING HANDS TEMPE

Join us for a special storytime with author and illustrator B.G. Hennessey, who presents her new Corduroy book, a Christmas prequel to Don Freeman's classic picture book that shows how the iconic stuffed bear in the green overalls got his name.

Before he met Lisa, Corduroy was just a little bear in the toy department of a big store, waiting for somebody to take him home. It's almost Christmas and Corduroy wishes he could be a child's holiday gift--but he's a plain bear, and nobody seems to notice him. He sets out across the store to ask Santa Claus for help, but he can't visit without wearing a special outfit! After stopping to try on hats, boots, and even baby clothes, Corduroy finally arrives at the North Pole. Can Santa help Corduroy find a new home in time for Christmas?

With warm humor and classic art, A Christmas Wish For Corduroy takes readers back to the beginning and shows how Corduroy became the beloved bear we know today. This is a heartwarming story about the power of hope, perseverance, and friendship--an important addition to any Corduroy collection.

B.G. Hennessey also visits Phoenix on Thursday, December 11 »

ABOUT THE AUTHOR B.G. HENNESSEY is the author of more than thirty children's books. For many years she worked as an art director at a major children's book publisher in New York, and now she lives on Mummy Mountain in Paradise Valley, Arizona, with her husband and sons.

Location: Street: 6428 S McClintock Dr. City: Tempe, Province: Arizona Postal Code: 85283 Country: United States (afegit de IndieBound)… (més)

10AM THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11 Storytime with B. G. Hennessey: A Christmas Wish For Corduroy LOCATION: CHANGING HANDS PHOENIX

Join us for a special storytime with author and illustrator B.G. Hennessey, who presents her new Corduroy book, a Christmas prequel to Don Freeman's classic picture book that shows how the iconic stuffed bear in the green overalls got his name.

Before he met Lisa, Corduroy was just a little bear in the toy department of a big store, waiting for somebody to take him home. It's almost Christmas and Corduroy wishes he could be a child's holiday gift--but he's a plain bear, and nobody seems to notice him. He sets out across the store to ask Santa Claus for help, but he can't visit without wearing a special outfit! After stopping to try on hats, boots, and even baby clothes, Corduroy finally arrives at the North Pole. Can Santa help Corduroy find a new home in time for Christmas?

With warm humor and classic art, A Christmas Wish For Corduroy takes readers back to the beginning and shows how Corduroy became the beloved bear we know today. This is a heartwarming story about the power of hope, perseverance, and friendship--an important addition to any Corduroy collection.

B. G. Hennessey also visits Tempe on Saturday, December 13 »

ABOUT THE AUTHOR B.G. HENNESSEY is the author of more than thirty children's books. For many years she worked as an art director at a major children's book publisher in New York, and now she lives on Mummy Mountain in Paradise Valley, Arizona, with her husband and sons.

Location: Street: 300 West Camelback Road City: Phoenix, Province: Arizona Postal Code: 85013 Country: United States (afegit de IndieBound)… (més)

Hmmm, we've missed the actual day again but we will be celebrating Count Your Buttons Day! Who could refuse when we can read Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons, Corduroy and other button books. Button design cookies too. More info: kids@bkwrks.com.

Location: Street: 4022 Rio Grande Blvd NW City: Albuquerque, Province: New Mexico Postal Code: 87107-3157 Country: United States (afegit de IndieBound)… (més)