{"product_id":"my-first-easter-by-tomie-depaola-author-and-illustrator","title":"My First Easter by Tomie dePaola (Author and Illustrator)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"tad-about-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCelebrate the holiday with this charming book from the legendary Tomie dePaola. This board book is the perfect size for little hands, and makes a great addition to any Easter basket.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe importance of family and sharing are beautifully shown in this board book all about Easter celebrations. Tomie dePaola’s bright illustrations and easy-to-follow text explain the traditions associated with this special holiday.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTomie dePaola\u003c\/b\u003e was born in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1934, to a family of Irish and Italian background. His determination to create books for children led to a BFA from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York, and an MFA from the California College of Arts \u0026amp; Crafts in Oakland, California. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHis particular way with color, line, detail, and design have earned him many of the most prestigious awards in his field, among them a Caldecott Honor Award for \u003ci\u003eStrega Nona\u003c\/i\u003e, the Smithsonian Medal, the Kerlan Award from the University of Minnesota for his \"singular attainment in children's literature,\" the Catholic Library Association's Regina Medal for his \"continued distinguished contribution,\" and the University of Southern Mississippi Medallion. He was also the 1990 United States nominee for the Hans Christian Andersen Medal for illustration, and received the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award for lifetime contribution to children's literature in 2011.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDePaola published over 250 children's books in 15 different countries. Among his most well-known titles are the \u003ci\u003eStrega Nona \u003c\/i\u003eseries, \u003ci\u003e26 Fairmount Avenue\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Legend of the Indian Paintbrush.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTomie dePaola lived in New Hampshire, and worked in a 200-year-old renovated barn. He died on March 30, 2020.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780448447902\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/b\u003ePenguin Young Readers \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 24, 2008\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages: 14\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLanguage: \u003c\/b\u003eEnglish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Board Book\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Reading Level: \u003c\/b\u003eAges 1 to 3\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blue Campfire Bookstore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45657186894010,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/1543\/3146\/files\/FirstEasterTomiedePaola.jpg?v=1772120521","url":"https:\/\/www.bluecampfirebookstore.com\/products\/my-first-easter-by-tomie-depaola-author-and-illustrator","provider":"Blue Campfire Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}