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About The Book
From Caldecott Award–winning and New York Times bestselling author Chris Raschka, this tender and fun-filled picture book celebrates unexpected friendship and city life from the perspective of pigeons!
How do two friends find each other?
Why choose this one, not another?
Are two friends just meant to be—
I for you and you for me?
Two pigeons fly through the city hoping to find a friend—but where do friends come from? In this brightly illustrated love letter to cities, the fine, feathered characters discover the magical, unlikely connections that happen best in the hustle and bustle of a big city.
How do two friends find each other?
Why choose this one, not another?
Are two friends just meant to be—
I for you and you for me?
Two pigeons fly through the city hoping to find a friend—but where do friends come from? In this brightly illustrated love letter to cities, the fine, feathered characters discover the magical, unlikely connections that happen best in the hustle and bustle of a big city.
About The Author
Chris Raschka is the illustrator of The Hello, Goodbye Window, which was awarded the Caldecott Medal. He is also the illustrator of the Caldecott Honor Book Yo! Yes?; Charlie Parker Played Be Bop; Mysterious Thelonious; John Coltrane’s Giant Steps; Can’t Sleep; In the City; and The Magic Flute. He lives with his wife and son in New York City.
About The Illustrator
Chris Raschka is the illustrator of The Hello, Goodbye Window, which was awarded the Caldecott Medal. He is also the illustrator of the Caldecott Honor Book Yo! Yes?; Charlie Parker Played Be Bop; Mysterious Thelonious; John Coltrane’s Giant Steps; Can’t Sleep; In the City; and The Magic Flute. He lives with his wife and son in New York City.
Product Details
- Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers (September 29, 2020)
- Length: 40 pages
- ISBN13: 9781481486286
- Ages: 4 - 8
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Raves and Reviews
"Just another masterwork from the multiple Caldecott medalist, shimmering with light, life, and deep thoughts."
– Kirkus, starred review
"A magnificent tribute to city life, the art of noticing, and the thrill of budding friendships."
– Horn Book
Awards and Honors
- Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year Selection Title
Resources and Downloads
High Resolution Images
- Book Cover Image (jpg): In the City Fixed Layout eBook 9781481486286
- Author Photo (jpg): Chris Raschka (0.7 MB)
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