Gargoyles, Girders & Glass Houses: Magnificent Master Builders by Bo Zaunders. Illustrated by Roxie Munro Dutton Children's Books. 48 pages.
“Spanning six centuries and several continents, this visually striking book examines the lives and work of seven master builders. Engaging prose reveals the unique visions behind the ambitious projects of Gustave Eiffel, Spain's Antoni Gaudí, and other inventive artists. ” ---School Library Journal
“With a sprightly, anecdote-rich text and lively, detailed drawings, Zaunders and Munro introduce six architects and engineers -- and one architecture-loving family -- whose feats span five centuries: Filippo Brunelleschi, creator of the Santa Maria del Fiore dome in Florence; the great Turkish mosque builder Sinan; Brazil's "Little Cripple," Antonio Francisco Lisboa; the Roeblings, who made the Brooklyn Bridge happen; Gustave Eiffel, Paris's "Magician of Iron"; Antoni Gaudi of Barcelona ("the architect who didn't like straight lines"); and William van Alen, the wizard behind New York City's Chrysler Building.” ---The Washington Post
“Zaunders' narrative approach to nonfiction adds an appealing dimension to these artistic and engineering feats.” ---Booklist
A Bank Street College Best Book of the Year; a NCSS-CBC Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies.
Feathers, Flaps & Flops: Fabulous Early Fliers by Bo Zaunders. Illustrated by Roxie Munro Dutton Children’s Books. 48 pages.
“From
a Persian king's attempt to harness eagles in 1500 B.C.E. to "Wrong
Way" Corrigan's 1938 flight to Ireland, Zaunders has gathered some of
the most colorful and fascinating stories of flight into a thoroughly
pleasing book. Eschewing familiar names such as the Wright brothers and
Amelia Earhart, the author introduces such pioneers of flight as the
Montgolfier brothers of hot-air balloon fame; Alberto Santos-Dumont, a
flier of both dirigibles and early airplanes; Jimmy Doolittle, who
learned to control himself as well as his plane; and Bessie Coleman,
who broke both color and gender barriers... ...Zaunder’s clear writing, the exciting episodes, and Munro’s spirited full-color drawings result in a rousing collection.” ---The School Library Journal
”Zaunders has gathered some of the most colorful and fascinating stories of flight into a thoroughly pleasing book...A rousing tour de force.” ---School Library Journal, Starred review
“A terrific salute ... prose as lively and spirited as the characters. Munro’s energetic and spiffily detailed images are just right.” ---Kirkus Review
“Zaunders is a marvelous storyteller with a keen eye for detail....an engaging cover-to-cover read.” ---Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
A SLJ Best Book of the Year; Center for Children's Books Best Book of the Year List
Crocodiles, Camels & Dugout Canoes: Eight Adventurous Episodes by Bo Zaunders. Illustrated by Roxie Munro Dutton Children’s Books. 48 pages.
"The true adventures of eight travelers who followed their dreams, regardless of setbacks and sometimes insurmountable obstacles, are chronicled in this effortless combination of geography, history, and biography." ---Kirkus
“Intrepid travelers all, the dauntless subjects of these eight short
biographical essays are compelling companions for armchair explorers... The
inclusion of several less-famous personalities adds interest and a
fresh perspective. Zaunders maintains both of these qualities through
fast-paced, descriptive narration and an innate sense of story. His
opening sentences are masterfully constructed to capture
attention....Irresistable.” ---The Horn Book
“Zaunder’s clear writing, the exciting episodes, and Munro’s spirited full-color drawings result in a rousing collection.” ---The School Library Journal
Selected
as one of the Notable Children’s Trade Books in the Field of Social
Studies by the National Council of Social Studies and the Children’s
Book Council.
The Great Bridge-Building Contest by Bo Zaunders. Illustrated by Roxie Munro Abrams. 32 pages.
The true story of an unlikely hero - a 19th century West Virginia furniture maker with a third grade education who, through humor, showmanship, and know-how, built one of the country's most famous covered bridges. Almost destroyed during the Civil War, the great bridge still stands today. Eighteen other US covered bridges are featured.
“Zaunders makes the history of this bridge into an interesting story, including a double-page spread on Civil War history related to the site. The book's pleasing india- and colored-ink illustrations were created by Roxie Munro, a direct descendent of Chenoweth.” ---Booklist
Children's books illustrated by Bo Zaunders...
One Gift Deserves Another by Joanne Oppenheim. Adapted from the Brothers Grimm. Illustrated by Bo Zaunders Dutton Children’s Books. 32 pages.
“Zaunders's cartoonish illustrations heighten the humor, by comically exaggerating the differences in dress, station, expression and comportment between the two families. The pictures are awash in color and engaging peripheral touches, from the opulent furnishings of the rich brother to the interactions of the folk who have come to gape at the stupendous vegetable--making this a lavish feast indeed.” ---Publisher's Weekly
“The watercolor cartoon illustrations complement the humorous text. The greedy brother and his wife are especially expressive.” ---School library Journal
Max, the Bad-Talking Parrot by Patricia Brennan Demuth. Illustrated by Bo Zaunders Dutton Children’s Books. 32 pages
There’s something special about Tillie’s parrot, Max. He talks in rhymes. When Mrs. Goosebump comes to visit, he cheerfully greets her: “Won’t you let me take your hat? Stay awhile and have a chat.” But one day, Max’s rhymes turn rude - very rude - and the rudeness is aimed at Mrs. Goosebump. What’s wrong? Max won’t say. He just sulks - until a wild encounter with a burglar brings him to his senses...
“Zaunder’s watercolors on white backgrounds have the cartoon and lightly humorous quality of Quentin Blake’s drawings.” ---Publishers Weekly
Winner of the Georgia Picture Book Storybook Award
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