Tomie DePaola

Tomie DePaola

  • 4 stars across 43 books
Tomie dePaola (www.tomie.com) is the acclaimed author and/or illustrator of more than 250 books for children. His books range from autobiographical stories to retellings of folktales and legends to original tales, such as the Strega Nona books. Tomie has received the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award, a Caldecott Honor for Strega Nona, and a Newbery Honor for his autobiographical chapter book, 26 Fairmount Avenue. The American Library Association said: "His works reflect an innate understanding of childhood, a distinctive visual style, and a remarkable ability to adapt his voice to perfectly suit the story." He was awarded the Smithson Medal, the Regina Medal, was designated a "living treasure" by the state of New Hampshire, and received the 2012 Original Art Lifetime Achievement Award given by the Society of Illustrators. He lives in New London, New Hampshire.
12th May 2015

My First Ramadan

Look! There is the new moon in the sky. It's time for Ramadan to begin. Follow along with one young boy as he abserves ... MoreMy First Ramadan

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3rd August 2004

Adelita

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15th August 2006

Scary Stories

Goose bumps along your arms, the hairs rising on the back of your neck, these are the sure signs you're immersed in a gr... MoreScary Stories

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1st March 2010

The Eagle and the Rainbow: Timeless Tales from Mexico

In this collection of hard-to-find Mexican folktales, brilliant, robust illustrations highlight each of the indigenous c... MoreThe Eagle and the Rainbow: Timeless Tales from Mexico

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5th December 2022

Joy to the World

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3rd September 1979

Strega Nona

Now celebrating its 50th anniversary! When Strega Nona leaves him alone with her magic pasta pot, Big Anthony is determi... MoreStrega Nona

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4th April 2017

Strega Nona Does It Again

Angelina is so beautiful that all the young men in the village are chasing her, but the one she has eyes for doesn't kno... MoreStrega Nona Does It Again

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1st March 2018

Let the Whole Earth Sing Praise

This joyous book sings thanks and praise for everything in land, sea, and sky - from the sun and moon to plants and anim... MoreLet the Whole Earth Sing Praise

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11th February 2020

God Is Great, God Is Good

A timeless story inspired by the Book of Job and illustrated by the legendary Tomie dePaola—now reissued as a board book... MoreGod Is Great, God Is Good

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