Books by Jane Clarke
G.E.M.
by Jane Clarke
Royd is convinced that his friend, Gark, has everything. Gark just got a space pod, and he is allowed to go to Mars whenever he likes. Not only that, but he also doesn't have an annoying little sister who always wants to play Hide-and-Bleep. Royd tries to keep his green eyed monster (G.E.M.) under control, but at Gark's amazing birthday party, there's a booster bouncer, a magician from Mars, a dragon to light his birthday candles, and all the kids get to whirl around the rings of Saturn! Royd gets so jealous that his G.E.M. gobbles him right up! Can Gark help him realize that having things isn't everything?
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I Am Reading: Scratching's Catching!
by Jane Clarke, Jan Lewis
The loyal subjects of the kingdom of Hairia pride themselves on having great hair. But -- shock, horror -- the whole kingdom has just had its first bad hair day . . . and there are lice everywhere! No one knows what to do, until the royal family decides to rally their country out of these "lousy" times with a rousing rock song: "No Lice Today."
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Neon Leon
by Jane Clarke
Everyone knows that chameleons are the best at fitting in. But Leon is an exception. Leon is neon! In fact, he's so bright that he keeps all the other chameleons awake at night. Poor Leon is lonely, so he goes off in search of somewhere he won't be a nuisance. In this delightful interactive book filled with vibrant neon artwork, children can help Leon on his journey by counting his steps, sending him to sleep, and giving him lots of reassurance when he's feeling down. But will he ever find a place where he can fit in?
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I Saw Anaconda
by Jane Clarke
One little boy watches as all sorts of animals are swallowed up by a very hungry anaconda.
This romping, rhyming novelty book is full of odd animals and yucky flap reveals. One little boy watches as all sorts of animals are swallowed up by a very hungry anaconda. But if that anaconda swallows a boy, an alligator, a stork, a piranha, a frog, a skink, and a tick, the question is . . . will she be sick? (Spoiler alert—yes!)
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Stuck in the Mud
by Jane Clarke
Early in the morning, down on the farm, a new day was dawning, peaceful and calm . . . until Hen discovers that one of her chicks is stuck in the mud!
How many animals will it take to pull Chick out of the mud?
A fun-packed farmyard romp with a surprise foldout ending!
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Gilbert the Great
by Jane Clarke
Critically lauded bestselling artist Charles Fuge (My Dad; Sometimes I Like to Curl Up in a Ball; I Know a Rhino; Found You Little Wombat!; It's a Monster Party) returns with a new, beautifully illustrated picture book on a subject that every child can relate to: how it feels to have a good friend move away.
Almost every child knows what it's like to move or to have a friend move away. With his dazzling undersea pictures in vibrant colors and a text full of heart and wit, Charles Fuge captures that sad feeling perfectly--and offers plenty of comfort, too. Ever since Gilbert the Great White Shark was a tiny pup, Raymond the Remora stuck to him like glue. Them, one day, Gilbert wakes to find his friend has left town to live somewhere new. "It's my fault," the little shark wails. "Last week I called him a sucker!" Nothing can console Gilbert: not his mother, not the funny clownfish, not his kind friends at school. Then he meets Rita, a disconsolate remora who has lost her shark. "I'd love to stick around with you," she smiles, as sunlight dances in her eyes. And that is the start of a beautiful new friendship.
It's another Charles Fuge winner.
Praise for Charles Fuge's Picture Books:
I Know a Rhino:
"[A] vivid rhyming picture book. The scenarios are all bright fun, and the ending is particularly satisfying. This will be a nice read-aloud for young children."--Booklist
"Fuge's bright, warmhearted and silly illustrations fill each spread....The playful, rhythmic text and bold pictures make this a surefire storytime hit. "--School Library Journal
Sometimes I like to Curl Up in a Ball:
"Buoyant and darling, charming and fun. This simple picture book will keep kids hopping."--School Library Journal.
"Fuge relishes the opportunity to show each [character] striving for a highly idiosyncratic personal best."--Publishers Weekly.
It's a Monster Party
"Fuge's colorfully imaginative illustrations make these lonely creatures endearing."--School Library Journal
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Gilbert the Hero
by Jane Clarke
Gilbert--the lovable white shark created by the award-winning author/illustrator duo Jane Clarke and Charles Fuge--is back in a third thrilling adventure. And the exciting news is: there's a new baby in Gilbert's family! But Gilbert proves he still has a lot to learn about being a big brother. When a hungry killer whale comes around, will Gilbert be able to save Finn?
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Gilbert in Deep
What happens when hide and seek turns into hide and DEEP? When Gilbert, everyones favorite loveable great white shark, and his fishy friend Rita the remora get bored with their usual game, they decide to go over the edge of the reef and into the deep where its dark and dangerous, and where Gilberts mother warned them never to venture. Since Gilbert claims to be fearless, he and Rita dare to explore the unknown depths of the sea.
Charles Fuges beautiful, mysterious illustrations glow with a sea-dappled light. He and author Jane Clarke have created an action-packed tale that transports readers on an exotic adventure.
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Firefly Home (Neon Animals Picture Books)
by Jane Clarke
"A charming, interactive tale that can help young readers engage with reading—probably one that will earn that simple command, 'Again!'" —Kirkus Reviews
There’s no place like home. But poor Florence Firefly is lost, and there are so many bright lights shining in the night sky that she doesn’t know which way to go. She’ll need some help to find her way back home. In this clever interactive picture book, readers can participate in Florence’s journey by encouraging her to fly faster, suggesting which direction to take, and making a wish.
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