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list price: $8.95
edition:Paperback
category: Children's Fiction
published: Sep 2012
ISBN:9781896580999
publisher: Tradewind Books

The Cul-de-Sac Kids

by Alison Acheson, illustrated by Elisa Gutiérrez

tagged: friendship, intermediate, peer pressure
Description

Kezie, Patrick and Jed are left behind when Noli moves away. The house on the corner is empty, and the cul-de-sac kids wonder who will move in. Who will play hockey with them? Who will supply the cookies?

One day, a moving van pulls up. But the new neighbor is not at all what they were hoping for…

About the Authors

Alison Acheson has written many books for children and young people. Her young adult novel Mud Girl was a finalist for the Canadian Library Association's Young Adult Book Award. Alison teaches writers of all ages and works as a freelance editor. She lives in Ladner, BC, with her spouse, three sons and an old rescue dog named Rocky.


Elisa Gutiérrez is an award-winning designer, author and illustrator. Her book Picturescape was shortlisted for the Christie Harris Illustrated Children's Literature Prize, and was honored by the Alcuin Society, which has recognized Elisa's work many times. Elisa has been designing books for almost 25 years and specializes in book design for children. Born and raised in Mexico City, Elisa lives in Vancouver with her family.

Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels
Age:
6 to 8
Grade:
1 to 3
Reading age:
6 to 8
Editorial Review

"Gutierrez's attractive and unique artwork adds vibrancy to Acheson's light-hearted, simple text about three children learning about loss and relationships..Eye-catching and entertaining."

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