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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · January 1, 2006
Probuditi!
A hypnotized sister thinks she's a dog. Can Calvin fix it before Mom returns?
32 pages· 2,082 words· Est. 17 min read-aloud
3.8/5 Goodreads · 971 ratings
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Children's book Author & Illustrator
Chris Van Allsburg
Biography
Chris Van Allsburg is the winner of two Caldecott Medals, for Jumanji and The Polar Express, as well as the recipient of a Caldecott Honor Book for The Garden of Abdul Gasazi. The author and illustrator of numerous picture books for children, he has also been awarded the Regina Medal for lifetime achievement in children’s literature. In 1982, Jumanji was nominated for a National Book Award and in 1996, it was made into a popular feature film. Chris Van Allsburg is a former instructor at the Rhode Island School of Design. Visit him at chrisvanallsburg.com.
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15
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Book type breakdown: 15 picture books.
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The authors and illustrators who share the credits across Chris Van Allsburg's books.