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Award-Winning Children's Books to Give in 2012

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award winning childrens book, a ball for daisy

A Ball for Daisy


By Chris Raschka
Price: $16.99; Ages 3 and up

This ALA Notable Book and winner of the 2012 Caldecott Medal tells of Daisy the dog's love and loss of her favorite ball. Author/illustrator Chris Raschka relies mainly on his colorful illustrations to tell this tale, making it a great pick for younger kids who are just learning to read. Dog lovers — and anyone who has ever lost something special — will go crazy for Daisy.

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