TWIG AND TURTLE by Jennifer Richard Jacobson, illustrated by Paula Franco

1: BIG MOVE TO A TINY HOUSE

2021 New England Book Award finalist

“An adorable introduction to a great series about sibling bonding and friendship, reminiscent of a contemporary Beezus and Ramona tale. A solid addition to any children’s library collection.” —School Library Journal

“Twig's adjustment to a new school rings true; half-page illustrations appear every five pages or so to nicely break up the reading; the language is natural; and Jacobson’s repeated use of bulleted lists helps group multiple ideas. Twig’s engaging narration introduces characters many newly independent readers will want to know better.” —The Horn Book

“Readers will find Twig and Turtle delightful, coping with their unusual and interesting obstacles with determination and great resourcefulness. . . . comforting and reassuring, with problems neatly tied up and solved.” —Kirkus Reviews

Rights Sold: Audio, Turkey, Czech Republic

2: TOY STORE TROUBLE

★ “A delightful installment in the “Twig and Turtle” series that touches on creativity, friendship, and expansive understandings of gender. Highly recommended for all public and school collections” —School Library Journal, Starred Review
 
“Jacobson again shows her strength in creating problems seemingly specific to one setting but experienced by many children; without a hint of didacticism, she allows Twig to reach a creative solution to the problem. Short chapters, generous use of dialogue, and text-supporting spot art scaffold the reading for newly independent chapter book readers. This series reaffirms the old adage that good things come in small packages.” —The Horn Book

Rights Sold: Audio, Turkey

3: QUIET PLEASE!

“In this warm, heartfelt story, funny and detailed narration from exasperated Twig emphasizes her lack of privacy, and vivid descriptions will plant readers right there in the tiny house. Franco’s illustrations pair seamlessly with the text, and at different times emphasize the joy, sadness, humor, and determination of Twig’s family and the cast of characters in her neighborhood.” —School Library Journal

4: make new friends, but keep the old

5: Time for Teamwork