Kick Push by Frank Morrison (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Kick Push by Frank Morrison "When Epics family moves to a new neighborhood, he has a hard time making friends and fitting in with his skateboard; but the trick to making new friends is to be yourself!"-- FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Award-winning picture book creator Frank Morrison makes his author/illustrator debut in an exuberant story about being yourself.Epic has tricks you wont believe. Hes the kick flipping, big rail king. When his family moves to a new neighborhood, he cant wait to hit the street with his skateboard. But his old moves dont feel fresh without a crew to see em. Epic thinks about giving up his board to fit in, but an encouraging word from his dad helps him see that the trick to making new friends is to always be yourself. Be you. . . be epic!Award-winning illustrator Frank Morrison offers a heartwarming, dynamic celebration of self-expression, inspired by his own journey through fatherhood. Author Biography Frank Morrison works as a fine artist and is the award winning illustrator of many books for children including Our Children Can Soar and Jazzy Miz Mozetta, for which he won the Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Award. Frank lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with his wife and their five children.@frankmorrison (33.5k followers) Review Dynamic perspectives, . . . a lively story that encourages kids to use their strengths and talents to find community. * The Horn Book *Along with the vibrant images, the author brings to life an encouraging story about new schools and new friends which many students will identify with. * School Library Connection *Morrisons energetic, brightly hued paintings are rendered in his signature urban mannerist style that also incorporates graffiti and abstract contemporary techniques . . . and the message of being true to yourself and your passions will please young readers. * Booklist *A beautifully illustrated book about the exhilaration of being yourself. Recommended for all school and public library collections. * School Library Journal *Viewers can focus on the dizzying angles and color intensity of Ivans airborne maneuvers, the graffiti vibe that permeates his vibrant urban milieu, and the carefully, credibly cultivated cool of his diverse new crew. * BCCB *Morrisons upbeat narrative slides along smoothly, mirroring the energy and panache of its protagonist . . . An important reminder that, in the quest for friendship, who you truly are is more than enough. * Kirkus Reviews *Vibrant. . . If a school pep rally could walk and talk, this kid would be it. * Kirkus Reviews, starred review, on I GOT THE SCHOOL SPIRIT *The electric hues, constant motion, and winning smiles that fill Morrisons oil paintings enhance the boundless vitality of this sensory celebration of school. * Publishers Weekly on I GOT THE SCHOOL SPIRIT *This joyful offering will be a happy addition to any shelf. * Booklist on I GOT THE SCHOOL SPIRIT *Christmas spirit is expressed in joyous and reflective onomatopoeic exclamations in this new holiday staple. . . . Soul-stirring and sure to put readers in a festive mood. * Kirkus Reviews on I GOT THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT *Morrisons oil paintings capture the crackling energy of a city preparing for Christmas; the married coauthors message about cultivating kindness, gratitude, and community the whole year through sings on the page. * Publishers Weekly on I GOT THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT *Schofield-Morrisons onomatopoeia-inflected text and Morrisons kinetic, zoomed-in oil paintings enliven various iterations of experiencing the spirit . . . An energetic and uplifting celebration of the season. * Horn Book Magazine on I GOT THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT *The driving beat of debut author Schofield-Morrisons narrative is likely to have readers bouncing and tapping right along with her . . . An upbeat celebration of the senses, self-expression, and camaraderie. * Publishers Weekly on I GOT THE RHYTHM *The bright palette and vibrant tones of Morrisons loosely painted illustrations echo the energy of the text nicely . . . the book begs readers to sing and move along with this little dancer. * Booklist on I GOT THE RHYTHM * Review Quote "Vibrant. . . If a school pep rally could walk and talk, this kid would be it." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review, on I GOT THE SCHOOL SPIRIT "The electric hues, constant motion, and winning smiles that fill Morrisons oil paintings enhance the boundless vitality of this sensory celebration of school." -- Publishers Weekly on I GOT THE SCHOOL SPIRIT "This joyful offering will be a happy addition to any shelf." -- Booklist on I GOT THE SCHOOL SPIRIT "Christmas spirit is expressed in joyous and reflective onomatopoeic exclamations in this new holiday staple. . . . Soul-stirring and sure to put readers in a festive mood." -- Kirkus Reviews on I GOT THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT "Morrisons oil paintings capture the crackling energy of a city preparing for Christmas; the married coauthors message about cultivating kindness, gratitude, and community the whole year through sings on the page." -- Publishers Weekly on I GOT THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT "Schofield-Morrisons onomatopoeia-inflected text and Morrisons kinetic, zoomed-in oil paintings enliven various iterations of experiencing the spirit . . . An energetic and uplifting celebration of the season." -- Horn Book Magazine on I GOT THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT "The driving beat of debut author Schofield-Morrisons narrative is likely to have readers bouncing and tapping right along with her . . . An upbeat celebration of the senses, self-expression, and camaraderie." -- Publishers Weekly on I GOT THE RHYTHM "The bright palette and vibrant tones of Morrisons loosely painted illustrations echo the energy of the text nicely . . . the book begs readers to sing and move along with this little dancer." -- Booklist on I GOT THE RHYTHM Details ISBN1547605928 Pages 40 Language English Year 2022 Illustrator Frank Morrison ISBN-10 1547605928 ISBN-13 9781547605927 Format Hardcover Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Imprint Bloomsbury Childrens Books Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Publication Date 2022-04-19 NZ Release Date 2022-04-19 US Release Date 2022-04-19 UK Release Date 2022-04-19 Illustrations full color Author Frank Morrison Audience Children / Juvenile AU Release Date 2022-05-30 Audience Age 3-6 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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