Children's books written by Bo Zaunders...
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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 NCSS-CBC Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies. |
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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... ” ---School Library Journal, Starred review “A terrific salute ... the 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 SLJ Starred Review Center for Children's Books Best Book of the Year List |
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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 "[An] absorbing picture book...readers can't help being drawn in by these dramatic incidnts. Informative and supremely entertaining, this book demonstrates that reading can be a great adventure, too." ---Publishers Weekly “Zaunder’s clear writing, the exciting episodes, and Munro’s spirited full-color drawings result in a rousing collection.” ---School Library Journal Notable Children’s Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies by the National Council of Social Studies and the Children’s Book Council. |
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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...
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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 |
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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 State Picture Book Award |