CANDICE RANSOM only ever wanted to be a children's book writer. She
is the author of over 125 books for kids and young adults,
includingAmanda Panda Quits Kindergarten, and teaches in the
children's literature program at Hollins University. Candice lives
in Fredericksburg, Virginia, with her husband and her cats,
Faulkner and Edison. Visit her at www.candiceransom.com.
CHRISTINE GROVE is the illustrator ofAmanda Panda Quits
Kindergarten,Esme's Egg, andMaddie the Mitzvah Clown. Christine
especially enjoys creating children's book characters. (After a bit
of sketching they take on a life of their own and are kind enough
to let her get to know them.) She lives near Atlanta, surrounded by
her treasured collection of Derwent 2H graphic pencils.
"a sweet story about the power of kindness and getting past first
impressions."—The Washington Post
"Empathy and kindness are just as important as ABCs and 123s, and
Amanda gives readers a good lesson."—Kirkus
"Filled with droll humor that begs to be read aloud, this is an
excellent back-to-school purchase and a great fit for
storytime."—School Library Journal
"With strong dialogue and well-imagined details of wardrobe
and play, Ransom writes an original story around the familiar
situation: the beginning of school. . . . This wryly amusing
picture book offers a fresh take on an old
theme."—Booklist
"The lesson makes an impact without preaching, and kids are likely
to want to revisit this one, especially as the first day of school
approaches."—Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
"Bright, fresh illustrations fill the pages of this adorable book
about disappointment, friendship, and kindness."—ReadBrightly
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