| My Bright Friend Contributor(s): Boulerice, Simon (Author), Faucher, Marilyn (Illustrator), Watson, Sophie B. (Translator) |
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ISBN: 1459821890 ISBN-13: 9781459821897 Publisher: Orca Book Publishers OUR PRICE: $17.96 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2019 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Family - Marriage & Divorce - Juvenile Fiction | Imagination & Play - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Friendship |
| Dewey: E |
| LCCN: 2019934042 |
| Lexile Measure: 610 |
| Physical Information: 0.4" H x 8.7" W x 10.8" (0.95 lbs) 32 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Friendship |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Now that his parents are separated, Ludo has two homes: one in the country with his mom, and the other in the city with his dad. The young boy doesn't like leaving the countryside and his friends to go to his father's apartment in the city, but he does find some entertainment in the flashing traffic lights on the street corner under his window. Ludo convinces himself (with the help of his father) that the lights are controlled by a tiny gentleman who sits inside the signal pole, flipping switches all day and night. Ludo starts sneaking out to leave food for the man, and he soon makes a new friend in the big city. A tender story, complemented by vibrant illustrations, that reminds us empathy and generosity are marvelous tools to overcome one's troubles. |
Contributor Bio(s): Faucher, Marilyn: - Born and raised in Montreal, Marilyn Faucher is an honors graduate of Université du Québec à Montréal's graphic design program, specializing in illustration. Her contemporary style brings a fresh perspective to traditional techniques, resulting in sensitive yet vibrant illustrations. Marilyn lives in a small town not far from Montreal with a cat named Feta.Boulerice, Simon: - Award-winning Québécois author Simon Boulerice is a playwright, novelist, poet and children's book author. His picture book Florence & Léon (QuébecAmérique, published as Florence & Leon in English by Orca) was nominated for the 2016 Governor General's Award for French-language children's illustration. Inspired by the power of the imagination, Simon believes in the gift of time to let your mind wander...because you never know what it will come up with. |