Nicolas Mordvinoff (1911–1973)
Author of Finders Keepers
Works by Nicolas Mordvinoff
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Circus Ruckus — Illustrator — 3 copies
Chaga — Illustrator — 2 copies
Sleepyhead — Illustrator — 2 copies
Pépé Was the Saddest Bird — Illustrator — 2 copies
Billy the Kid — Illustrator — 1 copy
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But when they ask the big dog, he asks to see the bone.
What will happen when Nap and Winkle take the big dog to see the bone? And what will Nap and Winkle do?
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The target audience for this picture book is the primary grade reader, ages four through seven, kindergarten through second grade. The story is, for the most part, positive. But the ultimate solution in which the two dogs team up for a violent confrontation with the other dog may not be the right message for young readers as the best example of problem-solving.
The story creates a learning opportunity for young readers to discuss ways to solve problems without resorting to violence. And, in the case of the farmer, the goat, and the barber, why these people did not help the dogs solve their problem. Helping others solve a problem is another way to support teamwork.
However, the Caldecott Medal-winning pictures make this book extraordinary. Using only red, yellow, black, and white and often drawing against a single color background, the distinctive illustrations superbly support the narrative.
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