David’s Drawings

(Lee & Low Books, Sept. 2001; Spanish edition: Los Dibujos de David, 2005) Ages 4-8. Paperback edition also available.

At school one morning, a shy young boy who loves to draw begins a picture of a beautiful tree. One by one his classmates join in. Soon imagination and cooperative fun help to create both art and new friendships.

“In her insightful narrative and handsome cut-paper-and-collage artwork, Falwell subtly conveys the importance of both teamwork and independence.” —Publishers Weekly, 8/13/01

“This story has the gentleness of a lullaby, but it also has the qualities of a real-life encounter, one that could well ease the process of making a home in a new school.”  —Kirkus Reviews. 8/01

Best Children’s Books of the Year for 2001, Bank Street College of Education; “Choices”, Cooperative Children’s Book Center; Parent’s Guide 2001 Children’s Media Awards; A Parents’ Choice Fall 2001 Recommended Award Winner, Parents’ Choice Foundation; Texas 2x2 Book, Texas Library Association; Palm Beach County “Families Reading Together” 2005 book.

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