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Brett, Jan Churchill was born on December 1, 1949 in Hingham, Massachusetts, United States. Daughter of George and Jean (Thaxter) Brett.
(A "Reading Rainbow" Feature Title Zum, zum, buzz.... zum...)
A "Reading Rainbow" Feature Title Zum, zum, buzz.... zum, zum, buzz... What's that strange buzz coming from the double bass? Berlioz has no time to investigate, because he and his bear orchestra are due at the gala ball in the village square at eight. But Berlioz is so worried about his buzzing bass that he steers the mule and his bandwagon full of magicians into a hole in the road and gets stuck. Time is running out, and if a rooster, a cat, a billy goat, a plow horse, and an ox can't rescue the bandwagon, who can? As the suspense mounts, intricate borders reveal the village animals making their way to the square one by one. When the clock chimes eight, the animals, ready to dance, have filled the square-but there's no sign of Berlioz. Jan Brett's glorious illustrations invite the eye to linger over exquisite details and humorous nuances that enhance the story. This delightful cumulative tale is one that will be looked at again and again.
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(A story filled with suspense and humor, this classic tale...)
A story filled with suspense and humor, this classic tale of a town mouse and a country mouse takes a new twist in the imaginative and talented hands of Jan Brett. She introduces two engaging mouse couples eager to get away from their everyday lives. But when they agree to swap homes, they find unexpected adventures around every corner. Lush green scenes alternate with the elegant details of a fine Victorian townhouse to make a sumptuous and stunning picture book.
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(Christmas is Treva's favorite time of the year. But this ...)
Christmas is Treva's favorite time of the year. But this year, decorations and presents are mysteriously disappearing. When Treva follows a small creature making off with the Christmas pudding, she discovers two irresistible trolls who want to have Christmas, but don't understand it. Jan Brett's trademark luminous paintings give readers a magical Christmas full of surprises.
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( “The pictures hold countless surprises. Indisputably, t...)
“The pictures hold countless surprises. Indisputably, this is a work of wonder that deserves highest honors.” –Publishers Weekly Annie is a little girl who lives in a forest cottage with her cat Taffy. When Taffy disappears mysteriously into the snow, Annie is crushed. She puts out corn cakes to see if she can find a new animal friend to keep her company, but who can snuggle with a moose, bear, or wildcat? Jan Brett’s wonderfully illustrative borders tell the story of the vanishing Taffy and the surprises spring has in store. This perennial favorite is now a paperback book and CD set, with an unabridged dramatic reading set to fun music and lively sound effects.
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(A wonderful blending of elements into a cohesive, thoroug...)
A wonderful blending of elements into a cohesive, thoroughly entertaining work that subtly introduces young readers to the world of music. While practicing, Berlioz the Bear detects a strange buzzing noise coming from his double bass. On the way to the concert with the rest of the bear band, he is so preoccupied with the sound that he accidently runs the wagon into a hole. The lead animal, a mule, refuses to budge, despite a series of animals who unsuccessfully try to pull the wagon out. At that moment, what should fly out of Berlioz's bass but a very angry bee that takes out its frustration on the mule's hindquarters. The sting does what the other animals failed to do; the wagonload of musicians goes careening into the village at full speed and arrives just in the nick of time. In tone, Brett's cumulative story has elements of traditional folklore, and her spare text begs to be read aloud. Her pen-and-ink, watercolor, and colored-pencil illustrations are richly, often humorously, detailed, and they sweep over each double-page spread. The brushwork is distinct, and the palette is a well-organized blend of earth tones with touches of red and blue. The artist's penchant for borders is evident, here taking the shape of a proscenium arch. The top portion of each arch shows the villagers' preparations for the performance while the side panels depict various animals enroute to the concert. The borders, manner of dress for the animals, and scenery all have a distinct flavor of traditional Austrian and Swiss culture.
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(When Bo spots what he thinks is a "rip-roarin', rootin'-t...)
When Bo spots what he thinks is a "rip-roarin', rootin'-tootin', shiny red armadillo," he knows what he has to do. Follow that armadillo! Bo leaves his mother and three brothers behind and takes off for a two-stepping, bronco-bucking adventure. Jan Brett turns her considerable talents toward the Texas countryside in this amusing story of an armadillo on his own.
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("On the first day of Christmas My true love gave to me A...)
"On the first day of Christmas My true love gave to me A partridge in a pear tree." For many centuries young and old alike have been singing about the maids a-milking, the lords a-leaping, and a partridge in a pear tree. A Christmas carol, a parlor game, and a delightful counting song-The Twelve Days of Christmas- is indeed a favorite of the holiday season. In this book, sumptuously illustrated by Jan Brett, all the splendid images of The Twelve Days of Christmas come joyously alive. Look closely and you'll see not only the extravagant gifts given by a suitor to his lady, but a love story, a family's busy Christmas preparations, "Merry Christmas" in eleven languages, and a veritable menagerie of charming creatures. Jan Brett's exquisitely detailed illustrations so rich in traditional folk motifs, make this book a visual treat to be enjoyed over and over again.
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( After Taffy goes away, Annie finds the winter long and ...)
After Taffy goes away, Annie finds the winter long and lonely without her cat. Annie meets all the animals in the woods, but none make her happy the way Taffy did. Luckily for Annie, her fluffy friend has a big surprise for her when winter ends! Now, in the Send-A-Story format, this wintry book is the perfect mailable gift for celebrating friendship all season long. A tiny, mailable version complete with addressable flaps and seals.Why send a card when you can Send-A-Story?
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(When Nicki drops his new white mitten in the snow, some c...)
When Nicki drops his new white mitten in the snow, some curious woodland find and crawl in for warmth. First comes a mole, then a rabbit, a badger next and others, each one larger than the last.
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(A lively tale sure to be loved by fans of The Mitten Or...)
A lively tale sure to be loved by fans of The Mitten Originally published in 1985, Annie and the Wild Animals is back in a large hardcover format with a striking new jacket that makes this new edition the perfect gift for young readers. Annie's cat, Taffy, disappears and she is lonely. She looks for a friendly, furry pet near the woods, but a giant moose, a grumpy bear and others show up to eat her corn cakes until they are all gone. They leave, and to Annie's surprise, out of the woods comes Taffy with her three new kittens.
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(This is both the book & follow along cassette. Little Tee...)
This is both the book & follow along cassette. Little Teeka thought she had to be firm with the reindeer to get them ready for Santa's important flight, but when her bossy yelling only got their antlerstangled up, she knew she had to try something different."Beautifully conceived and finely wrought." -- Booklist (starred review)"Brett's precise, glowing illustrations, drawing on Swedish folk art, make this a beguiling Advent calendar of a book." -- Kirkus Reviews"AA? sweet Christmas fantasy that shows Brett at her best." -- Publishers Weekly"This tale with its humorous close-ups of stubborn reindeer and a sharp child protagonist should prove popular at story hours." -- School Library Journal
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(Treva's trouble with trolls begins when she climbs Mount ...)
Treva's trouble with trolls begins when she climbs Mount Baldy with her dog Tuffi. The trolls who live there long for a dog, and they try to kidnap him. But Treva is brave and quick-thinking. She outwits one troll after another until she reaches the very top of the mountain, where five trolls are waiting--and they want her dog! From underground to mountain peak, Jan Brett's story is filled with adventure and eye-catching detail.
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( When Annie's cat disappears, she attempts friendship wi...)
When Annie's cat disappears, she attempts friendship with a variety of unsuitable woodland animals. The borders of the pages foretell the emergence of spring and the birth of kittens.
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( Kip the Cave Boy offers to share all his woolly rhino r...)
Kip the Cave Boy offers to share all his woolly rhino ribs if Paleowolf will use his keen nose, fine ears, and sharp eyes to keep Kip from being eaten up. When Paleowolf agrees with a bark and a wag of his tail, Kip names his new friend Dog.
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Brett, Jan Churchill was born on December 1, 1949 in Hingham, Massachusetts, United States. Daughter of George and Jean (Thaxter) Brett.
Student, Colby Junior College, 1968-1969; student, Boston Museum Fine Arts School, 1970; Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), Fitchburg State College, 1996.
(A lively tale sure to be loved by fans of The Mitten Or...)
(A story filled with suspense and humor, this classic tale...)
(Christmas is Treva's favorite time of year, especially th...)
(Now in español! Bestseller Jan Brett tells the story of a...)
(Now in espanol! Bestseller Jan Brett tells the story of a...)
( Kip the Cave Boy offers to share all his woolly rhino r...)
(A centuries-old favorite holiday carol, "The Twelve Days ...)
(A wonderful blending of elements into a cohesive, thoroug...)
(When Bo spots what he thinks is a "rip-roarin', rootin'-t...)
(The reader is taken inside a sand castle, a mouse's house...)
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( When Annie's cat disappears, she attempts friendship wi...)
("On the first day of Christmas My true love gave to me A...)
(Treva's trouble with trolls begins when she climbs Mount ...)
( After Taffy goes away, Annie finds the winter long and ...)
(Five short stories describe the lives of woodland plants ...)
(A set of three children's picture books by Jan Brett. Tit...)
(A "Reading Rainbow" Feature Title Zum, zum, buzz.... zum...)
(Christmas is Treva's favorite time of the year. But this ...)
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(Beautiful illustrations.)
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Member board overseers Boston Symphony Orchestra, 1991—1999, trustee, since 1999, Thayer Academy, Braintree, Massachusetts. Member of National Society Colonial Dames American, Chilton Club.
Married Daniel Bowler, February 27, 1970 (divorced January 1979). 1 child Lia Bowler; Married Joseph Hearne, August 18, 1980.