Background
Valeri Gorbachev was born on June 10, 1944, in Kiev, Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, now Ukraine to the family of Grigori Gorbachev and Polina Koishman.
Valeri Grigorievich Gorbachev
Gorbachev was admitted to National Academy of Arts of Ukraine.
Gorbachev was admitted to National Academy of Arts of Ukraine.
(The evergreen story charmingly retold in text and 6 full-...)
The evergreen story charmingly retold in text and 6 full-color scenes depicting highlights of the story. Set in large, easy-to-read type; printed on heavy laminated stock. The evergreen story charmingly retold in text and 6 full-color scenes depicting highlights of the story. Set in large, easy-to-read type; printed on heavy laminated stock.
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1996
(Designed to set children on the path to independent readi...)
Designed to set children on the path to independent reading, the story of Arnie, a little mouse who wants to be a sailor, is told in a rebus style and is accompanied by twenty-four flash cards.
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1997
(When Nicky the rabbit awakens from a nightmare, his mothe...)
When Nicky the rabbit awakens from a nightmare, his mother is right there to cut his fears down to size. Valeri Gorbachev's adorable illustrations turn Nicky's scary night into a rollicking, reassuring bedtime book that is just right for restless sleepers. Full color. When Nicky the rabbit awakens from a nightmare, his mother is right there to cut his fears down to size. Valeri Gorbachev's adorable illustrations turn Nicky's scary night into a rollicking, reassuring bedtime book that is just right for restless sleepers.
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1998
(A re-telling of the Ukrainian folk tale about a young man...)
A re-telling of the Ukrainian folk tale about a young man who tries to find a flying ship to give the czar so he can marry his daughter.
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1998
(A chaotic search begins for the missing apple pie in this...)
A chaotic search begins for the missing apple pie in this boldly illustrated tale with simple text for beginning readers.
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1999
(One day at school Peter paints a picture of a big orange ...)
One day at school Peter paints a picture of a big orange flower. It's the best picture he's ever painted. Proudly (and very carefully) he carries it home, showing it to everyone he meets along the way. Everyone agrees that it is a wonderful picture, but they all go a bit overboard with their praise and come up with some silly suggestions for what to do with the picture. By the time Peter gets home, he is convinced that no one really understands and appreciates his work of art. But Peter is in for a surprise, for his proud parents know just what to do with Peter's picture.
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2000
(The irrepressible hero of Nicky and the Big, Bad Wolves r...)
The irrepressible hero of Nicky and the Big, Bad Wolves returns in another humorous and heartwarming story. It is Mother Rabbit's birthday, and all of Nicky's brothers and sisters are hard at work, making birthday presents for her. But not Nicky. He is outside playing.
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2000
(It is a big day for the little chickens. Mother Hen is ta...)
It is a big day for the little chickens. Mother Hen is taking them to the playground for the first time. It is very crowded and very exciting - but scary too. The little chickens watch the big dogs and cats and pigs playing on the seesaws, the merry-go-round, and the swings. But they are too afraid to try them.
https://www.amazon.com/Chicken-Chickens-Valeri-Gorbachev/dp/0735815410/?tag=2022091-20
2001
(It was a rainy day. Stuck inside, Nicky was bored. But le...)
It was a rainy day. Stuck inside, Nicky was bored. But leave it to Nicky to come up with some imaginary journeys-even to outer space! When the rain stops, Nicky discovers that there are wonders to be found right in his own backyard. This third adventure featuring Nicky will bring a burst of sunshine to brighten the rainiest day. It was a rainy day. Stuck inside, Nicky was bored. But leave it to Nicky to come up with some imaginary journeys-even to outer space! When the rain stops, Nicky discovers that there are wonders to be found right in his own backyard. This third adventure featuring Nicky will bring a burst of sunshine to brighten the rainiest day.
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2002
(Why is Pig all wet? Did he get caught in the rain? No, he...)
Why is Pig all wet? Did he get caught in the rain? No, he found shelter under a great big tree. But then a mouse joined him, and then two porcupines, three buffaloes, and so on, until there were enough animals under that tree to fill a zoo! But there was room for everyone, so why is Pig dripping wet? Goat thinks he knows but young readers will be tickled to find out that the answer is not what they expect! By the creator of Where Is the Apple Pie?
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2002
(This sequel to the critically acclaimed Chicken Chickens,...)
This sequel to the critically acclaimed Chicken Chickens, called “a surefire toddler pleaser” by Publishers Weekly, offers another reassuring look at common childhood fears. It’s the first day of school for the little chickens and they are a little scared. How a wise teacher helps the chicken chickens overcome their fears and win some wonderful new friends is a heartwarming story that will reassure youngsters experiencing their own “first day” jitters.
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2003
(What could be more fun than a big trip? Pig can't wait to...)
What could be more fun than a big trip? Pig can't wait to go, but Goat is worried. How will Pig get there? Bicycles are unsteady, horses can throw you off. Cars can break down and trains get stuck in tunnels. A trip can be no vacation at all but leave it to Pig to send Goat's worries packing and turn tricky travel into smooth sailing! Valeri Gorbachev has brought his comic characters from Where is the Apple Pie? and One Rainy Day to another neighborly story of fun and friendship.
https://www.amazon.com/Big-Trip-Valeri-Gorbachev/dp/0399239650/?tag=2022091-20
2004
(Why is Friend Pig crying? Goat isn't sure. Could he have ...)
Why is Friend Pig crying? Goat isn't sure. Could he have fallen down the stairs and broken his leg? Could he have forgotten to turn off the shower and flooded the house? Could robbers have stolen his apple pie? Whatever it is, Goat has a way to fix it - after all, that's what friends are for! In his trademark gentle watercolors,Valeri Gorbachev brings us another hilarious tale of misunderstanding between Pig and Goat that will take young readers to the heart of unconditional friendship.
https://www.amazon.com/Thats-What-Friends-Valeri-Gorbachev/dp/0399239669/?tag=2022091-20
2005
(When an ostrich is afraid, it sticks its head in the sand...)
When an ostrich is afraid, it sticks its head in the sand. When a turtle is afraid, it shrinks into its shell. This book shows young children that everyone is afraid sometimes.
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2005
(Poor Little Elephant - he simply wants a friend. But when...)
Poor Little Elephant - he simply wants a friend. But when he tries to play with Turtle, Heron, and two friendly frogs, their size differences bring disaster. What's a big little elephant to do? Well, with a little imagination, a little determination, and a lot of creativity, this elephant discovers that friends come in all sizes as long as everybody steers clear of the seesaw! Valeri Gorbachev's charming illustrations perfectly capture Little Elephant's anxiety, making this a reassuring book for all children who are just getting comfortable in their own skin.
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2005
(It's bedtime, but Woolly the little lamb can't find his m...)
It's bedtime, but Woolly the little lamb can't find his mother. Who will tuck him in? "I will, I will," said Mrs. Cow. "Don't you worry. I know how. Everything will be all right. I'll tuck you in real snug and tight." But Mrs. Cow wraps poor Woolly up so tight that he can't move. "Stop!" cries Woolly. "That's not right! Oh, who will tuck me in tonight?" Mrs. Cat, Mrs. Horse, Mrs. Pig, and Mrs. Duck all try, but their efforts prove disastrous, and Woolly grows more and more desperate. Mother Sheep returns at last and tucks her little one in just right - "as only a mother can."
https://www.amazon.com/Who-Will-Tuck-Me-Tonight/dp/0735819769/?tag=2022091-20
2006
(Ms. Turtle is the best babysitter ever. No wonder the lit...)
Ms. Turtle is the best babysitter ever. No wonder the little frogs love her!
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2006
(A collection of three adorable stories celebrates the swe...)
A collection of three adorable stories celebrates the sweet pleasures of everyday friendship between two good friends, Heron and Turtle. By the creator of That's What Friends Are For.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0399243216/?tag=2022091-20
2006
(Off on a big hurry to see something red, his friends foll...)
Off on a big hurry to see something red, his friends follow behind as Turtle passes by an array of people and places to reach his special destination where together they all see just what Turtle set out to find.
https://www.amazon.com/Red-Valeri-Gorbachev/dp/0399246282/?tag=2022091-20
2007
(Turtle is so excited by the book about penguins that his ...)
Turtle is so excited by the book about penguins that his dad reads him at bedtime that he decides he wants to be a penguin. So the next morning, he creates a penguin costume, grabs his book, and heads for the schoolbus. His kindergarten classmates are thrilled. They all want to be penguins too! Turtle shows his book to his teacher, and all day long he and his classmates do as the penguins do - they slide down the slide on their bellies during recess, form a waddling conga line at music time, and snack on goldfish crackers.
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2008
(Christopher loves counting. The fish in his aquarium, the...)
Christopher loves counting. The fish in his aquarium, the petals on flowers, the toys in his toy box, Christopher Rabbit counts them all! He loves counting so much, he tries to count everything, even the stars in the sky! And the good-night kisses his sweet mother wants to share. Valeri Gorbachev, with his enchanting illustrations, brings life and charm to this picture book that shows children the joy and adventure in counting, not only in the classroom but everywhere!
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2008
(Little chicks will be reassured when the town turns out f...)
Little chicks will be reassured when the town turns out for a search in this amusing, gently suspenseful tale with a sweet, satisfying ending. One of Mother Hen’s little chicks is missing. Did they leave him in the house? Is he hiding in his bed? Under a bush? A frantic Mother Hen enlists the help of obliging neighbors, who search high and low but see no sign of the missing chick. Soon the firemen arrive, and a detective is on the case. But is the little chick really missing? Or did he just find a quiet place for a nap? With bright illustrations and comically expressive animal characters, Valeri Gorbachev tells a lighthearted, over-the-top tale of a little chick lost - and happily found.
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2009
(Molly loves when the big fair comes to town. She loves th...)
Molly loves when the big fair comes to town. She loves the fun house, the carousel, and the Ferris wheel. But every ride is more fun when she can go on it with one of her friends! She loves her friends. And to show them, she buys them each a balloon in their favorite color. But Molly has so many friends, she needs lots of balloons?so many, in fact, that they carry her off into the sky! It's a good thing she has so many friends because they are the very ones who catch her and save her from sailing away for good! Valeri Gorbachev's bighearted mouse will sail away with children?s fancies in this colorful delight of a book.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0399252118/?tag=2022091-20
2009
(Mouse is certain that a big gray dragon flying overhead w...)
Mouse is certain that a big gray dragon flying overhead will spell doom for her and her animal friends. So she makes it her mission to lead everyone to the safety of the barn. But it seems as though nothing will stop this hideous creature. Then the barn doors squeak open slowly revealing what everyone has been dreading. Wait. It's just their friend Dog? Much-loved author-illustrator Valeri Gorbachev gives an old tale a twist that is sure to get kids giggling at even the most thunderous of storms.
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2009
(The family pet is so much more than that in this warm and...)
The family pet is so much more than that in this warm and funny book for little animal lovers with imaginative minds. When Bootsy plays with a ball of yarn, Jeff sees a clown - the best clown in the world! And when Bootsy dances, Jeff sees a ballerina - the best ballerina in the world! Jeff’s big sister, Ginny, disagrees. "Bootsy is just a regular cat," she insists. But Ginny and Jeff can agree on one thing: Bootsy is the best cat in the world! Valeri Gorbachev’s charming illustrations capture the central role that a beloved pet plays in the life of a child.
https://www.amazon.com/Best-Cat-Valeri-Gorbachev/dp/0763636754/?tag=2022091-20
2010
(Molly Mouse just wants to write a poem?but she can?t find...)
Molly Mouse just wants to write a poem?but she can?t find the perfect idea! Then she sees her friends Rabbit, Goose, Frog, and Pig. They are looking for an idea also: what to get Turtle for his birthday. But when they all come up with the very same idea, what will they do? Then inspiration strikes?Molly has the best idea of all! If she uses her poetry and they all work together, Molly and her friends can create the most original birthday present ever.
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2010
(When a little turtle comes across a lost hat, he is deter...)
When a little turtle comes across a lost hat, he is determined to find its owner. He asks Mouse, and Rabbit, and even Crocodile if it belongs to them, but they all say it isn't theirs. Whose hat can it be?
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2011
(When baby brother is sleeping, it's time to be ever so qu...)
When baby brother is sleeping, it's time to be ever so quiet. There's no singing or jumping or laughing at all. Even the toys need to be quiet! The pirates stop firing their cannons, the knights stop fighting, even the tiger stops growling. But when baby wakes up it's time to jump and laugh and sing again! And the knights begin to fight, the pirates fire up the cannons, and the tiger growls so loudly! Until it's time to be quiet once again. In this beautifully and expressively illustrated picture book, we celebrate the love between siblings as a big brother uses his imagination to calm his urge to cause a ruckus so that his little brother can sleep.
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2011
(When two little chicks visit the playground for the first...)
When two little chicks visit the playground for the first time everything looks scary! Take these rough and tumble tiny books wherever you go! Tuff Books are tear-resistant, easy to clean, and completely safety tested and approved for tiny tuff readers! When two little chicks visit the playground for the first time everything looks scary! Take these rough and tumble tiny books wherever you go! Tuff Books are tear-resistant, easy to clean, and completely safety tested and approved for tiny tuff readers! When two little chicks visit the playground for the first time everything looks scary! Take these rough and tumble tiny books wherever you go! Tuff Books are tear-resistant, easy to clean, and completely safety tested and approved for tiny tuff readers!
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2011
(Wouldn't it be fun to have a dragon for a friend? But tha...)
Wouldn't it be fun to have a dragon for a friend? But that's not going to happen if you don't know the rules. Simon's big sister, Emma, knows them all: Don't poke a dragon when he's taking a nap; he might sneeze fire. Don't be surprised if the dragon fries some eggs with his breath. Do be sure to wear a seat belt should you ever ride on his back. Simon is determined to master every last rule, because then maybe, just maybe, he'll get the chance to embark on what is sure to be the adventure of a lifetime.
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2012
(Catty Jane hates the rain, a lot. But her spirited friend...)
Catty Jane hates the rain, a lot. But her spirited friends love almost everything about it. Piggy frolics through the rain in her designer boots, twirling a matching umbrella. Froggy speaks poetically of the droplets' effect on the river's surface. And Goose splashes through the storm with verve and gusto. Can Catty Jane's friends help her overcome her aversion? In this satisfying story about friendship, Catty Jane learns a thing or two about having fun.
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2012
(All Rufus Leroy Williams III wants is to go to school so ...)
All Rufus Leroy Williams III wants is to go to school so he can learn to read his favorite book. But there's one problem: he's a pig and Principal Lipid says: “No pigs in school!” Rufus even gets a backpack, a lunchbox, and a blanket to prove he's ready. But Mr. Lipid won't budge. Is there anything Rufus can do to change his mind? Kim Griswell and illustrator Valeri Gorbachev have created a love letter to reading that's also a charming, original, and child-friendly first-day-of-school story.
https://www.amazon.com/Rufus-Goes-School-Kim-Griswell/dp/145490416X/?tag=2022091-20
2013
(Chipmunk and Bear have a lot in common, despite their dif...)
Chipmunk and Bear have a lot in common, despite their difference in size. And Chipmunk is determined to emulate his big friend. "I love snow," says Bear. "Me, too!" says Chipmunk. The two dig a path through the snow, build a jolly snowman, have fun skating and skiing - although Chipmunk does need a bit of help from time to time. Warmth and humor fill the snowy-day adventures of two friends who, despite their physical differences, share work and play and true companionship.
https://www.amazon.com/Me-Too-I-Like-Read-ebook/dp/B07CSBWD1L/?tag=2022091-20
2013
(Catty Jane has always loved to dance. And now that she’s ...)
Catty Jane has always loved to dance. And now that she’s finally old enough to take lessons, all Catty Jane wants is to become a real ballerina. But her constant practicing leaves her too busy to play with her friends. Can Catty Jane find a way to soothe hurt feelings and still do what she loves most? Wise and loving Catty Jane returns in this satisfying story, where she discovers there’s always time for friendship and fun!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1590789822/?tag=2022091-20
2013
(One day Miss Bell bought a tiny kitten. He had stripes li...)
One day Miss Bell bought a tiny kitten. He had stripes like a tiger, a tail like a tiger, and a smile like a tiger. So Miss Bell named him Tiger. Sure enough, he grew into a huge tiger, and took over the whole house, but Miss Bell loved him just the same. “Cats are cats,” she said cheerfully.
https://www.amazon.com/Cats-Are-Valeri-Gorbachev/dp/0823434494/?tag=2022091-20
2015
(It was a busy day at Doctor Nice's office. The waiting ro...)
It was a busy day at Doctor Nice's office. The waiting room was full of patients with various winter ailments - from Ms. Pig's frostbitten nose to the goat kids' headaches, caused by their head-butting style of hockey play. Doctor Nice comes up with the perfect cures for them all in this cozy, comforting story - with a fun surprise at the end - that will help warm the coldest winter day and allay children's fears about visiting the doctor.
https://www.amazon.com/Doctor-Nice-Valeri-Gorbachev/dp/082343690X/?tag=2022091-20
2016
("I like the beach," says Bear. "Not me!" says Chipmunk—an...)
"I like the beach," says Bear. "Not me!" says Chipmunk—and for so many reasons. The sun is blinding. It’s hard to stay upright in an inner tube. The sea life isn’t always friendly. As many times as Bear proclaims his love for beach activities, Chipmunk responds with the refrain, "Not me!" As Chipmunk’s misadventures pile up, he has to admit, "I am not a beach person." At this story’s heartwarming conclusion, Bear asks, "Why did you come?" Chipmunk replies simply, "I came to be with you." Newly proficient young readers will find humor and a reminder about the true nature of friendship.
https://www.amazon.com/Not-Me-I-Like-Read/dp/0823435474/?tag=2022091-20
2016
(Little Hippo is the youngest in his family and the smalle...)
Little Hippo is the youngest in his family and the smallest. Smaller than his parents and siblings. Smaller than his friends, too, from old Crocodile to giant Elephant. And even though everyone promises he’ll grow, Little Hippo doesn’t want to wait.
https://www.amazon.com/Big-Little-Hippo-Valeri-Gorbachev/dp/145491906X/?tag=2022091-20
2017
(Moo! Grr! Awoo! Fun animal sounds in a story where a comm...)
Moo! Grr! Awoo! Fun animal sounds in a story where a community bands together to help two adorable ducklings. Peep-peep! Brother and Sister Duck are lost. Everyone must help! Moose will try to call Mama and Papa Duck with his earth-shattering bellow. Moooo! Wolf will use her piercing howl. Awooo! and Bear his Grrr! What finally attracts Mama and Papa, though, are the sweet peep-peeps of their little ones. A story about cooperation, community, and noisy fun! Hooooot! Ink and watercolor paintings are masterful, charming, and joyful. Perfect for fans of Moo, Baa, La La La!
https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Found-Ducklings-Valeri-Gorbachev/dp/0823441075/?tag=2022091-20
2019
(Valeri Gorbachev’s warm and humorous retelling makes this...)
Valeri Gorbachev’s warm and humorous retelling makes this classic ‘just right’ for little listeners! When Goldilocks finds the coziest cabin she’s ever seen, she goes inside to explore. As she samples the porridge, chairs, and beds, she’s doesn’t notice who is right outside the window. Could it be the bears?! NorthSouth Books is pleased to reissue Valeri Gorbachev's warm and funny take on the classic tale.
https://www.amazon.com/Goldilocks-Three-Bears-Valeri-Gorbachev/dp/073584335X/?tag=2022091-20
2019
Valeri Gorbachev was born on June 10, 1944, in Kiev, Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, now Ukraine to the family of Grigori Gorbachev and Polina Koishman.
When Gorbachev was 14 years old he had to choose his future occupation. His father wanted him to study math but Gorbachev wanted to draw so he enrolled specialized art school. When he finished it he was admitted to the National Academy of Arts of Ukraine.
Even before Gorbachev graduated from the academy, he started to work as a freelancer for the cartoon magazine Perets. After graduation, he went to work as a cartoonist for full time. In 1979 he unsuccessfully tried to leave USSR and immigrate to the United States. As a result, he was fired from “Perets" and was unable to find work as an artist for a long time as all jobs in USSR was controlled by the government. For some periods of time, he also worked for such famous Soviet Magazines as Vesiolyje Kartinki and Murzilka.
So he spent a few years just doing oil paintings in his studio. And slow as time has passed by he realized that he did not want to go back to do cartoons anymore and what he really wanted was to write and to draw children books. He ended up making over 40 published books in USSR before he finally immigrated to the United States after the collapse of USSR in 1991. Since then he has created over 50 children books and hopes to make just as many more in the future. Gorbachev is also a contributor to children's magazines, including Highlights for Children, Highlights High Five, and Ladybug.
(When two little chicks visit the playground for the first...)
2011(Off on a big hurry to see something red, his friends foll...)
2007(Designed to set children on the path to independent readi...)
1997(Valeri Gorbachev’s warm and humorous retelling makes this...)
2019(This sequel to the critically acclaimed Chicken Chickens,...)
2003(Little chicks will be reassured when the town turns out f...)
2009(A re-telling of the Ukrainian folk tale about a young man...)
1998(A collection of three adorable stories celebrates the swe...)
2006(Molly Mouse just wants to write a poem?but she can?t find...)
2010(Turtle is so excited by the book about penguins that his ...)
2008(A chaotic search begins for the missing apple pie in this...)
1999(The family pet is so much more than that in this warm and...)
2010(Moo! Grr! Awoo! Fun animal sounds in a story where a comm...)
2019(Wouldn't it be fun to have a dragon for a friend? But tha...)
2012(The irrepressible hero of Nicky and the Big, Bad Wolves r...)
2000(When Nicky the rabbit awakens from a nightmare, his mothe...)
1998(The evergreen story charmingly retold in text and 6 full-...)
1996(Mouse is certain that a big gray dragon flying overhead w...)
2009(All Rufus Leroy Williams III wants is to go to school so ...)
2013(Why is Pig all wet? Did he get caught in the rain? No, he...)
2002(What could be more fun than a big trip? Pig can't wait to...)
2004(When a little turtle comes across a lost hat, he is deter...)
2011(Chipmunk and Bear have a lot in common, despite their dif...)
2013(One day at school Peter paints a picture of a big orange ...)
2000(It's bedtime, but Woolly the little lamb can't find his m...)
2006(When baby brother is sleeping, it's time to be ever so qu...)
2011(Little Hippo is the youngest in his family and the smalle...)
2017(When an ostrich is afraid, it sticks its head in the sand...)
2005(Poor Little Elephant - he simply wants a friend. But when...)
2005(Molly loves when the big fair comes to town. She loves th...)
2009(It was a busy day at Doctor Nice's office. The waiting ro...)
2016(Why is Friend Pig crying? Goat isn't sure. Could he have ...)
2005(It is a big day for the little chickens. Mother Hen is ta...)
2001(One day Miss Bell bought a tiny kitten. He had stripes li...)
2015(Catty Jane has always loved to dance. And now that she’s ...)
2013(Catty Jane hates the rain, a lot. But her spirited friend...)
2012("I like the beach," says Bear. "Not me!" says Chipmunk—an...)
2016(Christopher loves counting. The fish in his aquarium, the...)
2008(It was a rainy day. Stuck inside, Nicky was bored. But le...)
2002(Ms. Turtle is the best babysitter ever. No wonder the lit...)
2006Having lived in both Ukraine and the United States, Gorbachev has been influenced by both Russian and American art and culture, and he intends for his characters to show the similarities between people all over the world.
Quotations: "The most reoccurring themes in my books are of friendship, love and relationship between parents and children. I would not say that I have characters to which I return every time more like a style in which I draw them. I like to draw pigs, bears and rabbits so often I make them my main characters. There have been few different books that my publishers asked me to make into series. I also have been doing a series of stories with the same group of characters for different children magazines for many years. But whenever, in my head, I start with ideas for a new book I want it to be original and completely different from the book before it."
Valeri Gorbachev married a librarian named Victoria in October 1970. They have two children: Konstantin and Shoshana Alexandra.
