{"title":"Lois Lenski","description":"Lois Lenski was the author and illustrator of more than 90 books for children, including the very popular \"Mr. Small\" picture books. She is counted among the most influential author-illustrators of the twentieth century. She was awarded the Newbery Medal for STRAWBERRY GIRL and a Newbery Honor for both INDIAN CAPTIVE and PHEBE FAIRCHILD.","products":[{"product_id":"strawberry-girl-paperback","title":"Strawberry Girl - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRediscover this Newbery Medal-winning classic, a favorite of generations. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStrawberries--big, ripe, and juicy. Ten-year-old Birdie Boyer can hardly wait to start picking them. But her family has just moved to the Florida backwoods, and they haven't even begun their planting. \"Don't count your biddies 'fore they're hatched, gal young un!\" her father tells her.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaking the new farm prosper is not easy. There is heat to suffer through, and droughts, and cold snaps. And, perhaps most worrisome of all for the Boyers, there are rowdy neighbors, just itching to start a feud. The land was theirs, but so were its hardships.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTeachers, grandparents, and homeschooling families continue to reach for Lois Lenski's \u003cem\u003eStrawberry Girl\u003c\/em\u003e. As one fan commented, a reason for its continued success is that it's \"a touching, realistic tale of the power of neighborly love and kindness.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe land was theirs, but so were its hardships\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Strawberries -- big, ripe, and juicy. Ten-year-old Birdie Boyer can hardly wait to start picking them. But her family has just moved to the Florida backwoods, and they haven′t even begun their planting. \";Don′t count your biddies ′fore they′re hatched, gal young un!\"; her father tells her.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Making the new farm prosper is not easy. There is heat to suffer through, and droughts, and cold snaps. And, perhaps most worrisome of all for the Boyers, there are rowdy neighbors, just itching to start a feud.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50590147510495,"sku":"9780064405850","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/rXOngKv8c_9780064405850.webp?v=1784678498"},{"product_id":"cowboy-small-board-book","title":"Cowboy Small - Board Book","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMr. Small does it all! This updated, full-color board book edition of Lois Lenski's classic picture book is perfect for little cowpokes.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Lois Lenski's picture books are a delight to little children . . . because Mr. Small seems to them a real and friendly character.\"--\u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSpend a day on the range with Cowboy Small in this beloved classic, now available as a board book! Cowboy Small takes good care of his horse, Cactus. In return, Cactus helps Cowboy Small round up cattle and live the good life. At night, Cowboy Small eats at the chuck wagon, sings with his friends, and sleeps under the stars. Abridged text paired with full-color versions of Lois Lenski's original bright and charming art make an irresistible choice for kids . . . and even nostalgic parents and grandparents!","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50591873663199,"sku":"9780375835704","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/KXv40Cz_Xx9780375835704.webp?v=1784706686"}],"url":"https:\/\/blackandbarhe.com\/collections\/lois-lenski.oembed","provider":"Black \u0026 Barhe Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}