Tad Carpenter

Tad Carpenter

  • 5 stars across 8 books
Tad Carpenter is an illustrator, designer, and teacher. His first book was Sad Santa (Sterling) and he has worked with Macy's, Adobe, Target, MTV, Hallmark Cards, Nick Jr., and Publix, to name a few. He feels very lucky to draw, paint, and create for a living. Tad lives in Kansas City, MO, with his wife, Jessica, who is also a graphic designer.
5th October 2017

When I Grow Up

Inspired by Tim Minchin's hit song WHEN I GROW UP from MATILDA THE MUSICAL, the book takes a humorous ye... MoreWhen I Grow Up

(8 reviews) Review
13th September 2012

I Say, You Say Opposites!

I say small, you say BIG! I say night, you say DAY! This interactive and endlessly entertaining lift-the-f... MoreI Say, You Say Opposites!

(1 review) Review
9th June 2015

Barnyard Friends

It's a barnyard bash - come on down and see who's there! Kids will meet a crowing bird that wakes up the farmer; a curly... MoreBarnyard Friends

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13th September 2012

I Say, You Say Animal Sounds!

I say dog, you say WOOF! I say duck, you say QUACK! This interactive and endlessly entertaining lift-the-f... MoreI Say, You Say Animal Sounds!

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7th January 2014

I Say, You Say Colors!

I say, 'Colors!' You say, 'Fun!' Explore the world of colors with 8 lift-the flaps. 'These colorful, playful book... MoreI Say, You Say Colors!

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7th January 2014

I Say, You Say Feelings!

I say, 'Feelings!' You say, 'Fun!' Explore the world of emotions with 8 lift-the flaps. 'These colorful, playful bo... MoreI Say, You Say Feelings!

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15th September 2011

On the Go: Diggers

These books on vehicles are suited to the Key Stage 1 technology curriculum. Each book will feature strong colourful pho... MoreOn the Go: Diggers

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30th May 1997

Arctic Animals

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