Lazy Little Loafers

Orlean, Susan

ISBN 10: 0810970279 / ISBN 13: 9780810970274

Published by Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2008

Seller Inventory # 0810970279-3-34908165

Synopsis:

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Orchid Thief comes a smart, hilarious take on what babies contribute―or don’t―to the world. Ever experienced stroller envy? Ever wished you were applauded just for walking across a room? Ever wanted to loaf about the park on a blanket in the middle of a school day with nothing on your agenda but being relaxed and happy? Then you should be a baby. They’ve got it made. In this charming, droll story, a world-weary older sister ponders the question, why don’t more babies work? Her answers, hilariously tinged with resentment, offer up a wickedly accurate picture of just how great babies have it. Known for her keen and witty observations of various subcultures, Susan Orlean here turns her gaze on babies. The resulting picture book is tongue-in-cheek fun for older siblings and anyone looking for a lazy, praise-filled day. F&P Level: L F&P Genre: RF

About the Author: Susan Orlean is a staff writer for the New Yorker. She is the author of several books, including The Orchid Thief, which was inspiration for the movie Adaption. She currently resides in New York and Los Angeles, USA. G. Brian Karas has written and illustrated several award-winning children's books, including On Earth and Home on the Bayou: A Cowboy's Story, a Boston Globe Horn Book Honor Book. The picture books he has illustrated include Are You Going to Be Good?, a New York Times Best Illustrated Book. Mr. Karas lives in New York, USA.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Lazy Little Loafers
Publisher: Abrams Books for Young Readers
Publication Date: 2008
Binding: hardcover
Illustrator: Karas, G. Brian
Condition: Good