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I Am Murphy and I Am Waiting

I Am Murphy and I Am Waiting

Dan Yaccarino
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Publish Date:
Publisher:
Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
ISBN:
9781250424280
Pages:
40
Age Range:
4 - 8
Language:
English
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Description

Meet Murphy! His first picture book is a hilarious and heartfelt reminder that time apart makes every second together that much sweeter. Perfect for fans of Llama Destroys the World and Grumpy Monkey.

Murphy is an irresistibly cute and rambunctious French bulldog with a lot of emotions. . . And when the big yellow thing (aka: the bus) takes his boy away on the first day of school, he finds some interesting ways to let those feelings out. . .

But bothering the cat, protecting his boy's dirty socks, and tearing up the house looking for him, can only go so far. His anxiety and impatience might just get the best of him.

Until . . . a reunion for the ages solves everything.

Share Murphy with young readers experiencing:
- first day of school jitters
- separation anxiety
- big feelings of all kinds
- a love for dogs!

About the Author

Dan Yaccarino is an internationally acclaimed author, illustrator, and producer who has created many children’s books as well as several animated series. He is the author and illustrator of, most notably, Piccolo, Unlovable, The Fantastic Undersea Life of Jacques Cousteau, and Every Friday. Dan’s work in children’s literature has inspired adaptations into foreign editions, stage productions, and toys. Awards and honors include The New York Times 10 Best Illustrated Children’s Books, the Bologna Ragazzi Award, ALA Notable Children’s Books, the Parents’ Choice Award, and an invitation to read his books at the White House. Dan has created and produced the animated series Doug Unplugs, Oswald, and Willa’s Wild Life. He is also the designer behind the animated series, The Backyardigans. Dan lives in New York City.

Dan Yaccarino is an internationally acclaimed author, illustrator, and producer who has created many children’s books as well as several animated series. He is the author and illustrator of, most notably, Piccolo, Unlovable, The Fantastic Undersea Life of Jacques Cousteau, and Every Friday. Dan’s work in children’s literature has inspired adaptations into foreign editions, stage productions, and toys. Awards and honors include The New York Times 10 Best Illustrated Children’s Books, the Bologna Ragazzi Award, ALA Notable Children’s Books, the Parents’ Choice Award, and an invitation to read his books at the White House. Dan has created and produced the animated series Doug Unplugs, Oswald, and Willa’s Wild Life. He is also the designer behind the animated series, The Backyardigans. Dan lives in New York City.

Praise for I Am Murphy and I Am Waiting

"Yaccarino turns a dog’s interminable wait for a child to return from school into a supremely relatable study of restlessness and questionable coping strategies. . . As satisfyingly compact in form and emotional impact as Murphy is in body, it’s a sprightly study of ups and downs that’s worth gnawing on." —Publishers Weekly, starred review

"Readers can expect a touching dog–boy reunion at book’s end and perhaps the realization that Murphy is likely to relive this ordeal the next time the boy climbs aboard the big yellow thing. It’s all so diverting that young readers likely won’t be aware that they’re on the receiving end of an empathy lesson. A hilarious, heart-tugging dog’s-eye view of life." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"Dan Yaccarino brings his canine hero to loveable life with illustrations that will make kids laugh and long to give Murphy a hug as big as the one he receives when his boy finally comes home." —LitHub

"Families will enjoy this warm and funny book on repeat." —The Horn Book

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