The Nice Book - Hardcover

A perfect introduction to manners and playing nice, by David Ezra Stein--author of Caldecott Honor winner "Interrupting Chicken," "Pouch! "(a Charlotte Zolotow Honor book) and "Leaves "(recipient of the Ezra Jack Keats New Writer Award). From cuddling koalas to friendly penguins, an array of animals illustrates fun, sweet, and silly examples of "how to be nice," showing simple ways young children can show they care for those around them. The lyrical text, funny illustrations and upbeat friendship message make this a great gift and a wonderful introduction to manners.

David Ezra Stein (www.davidezra.com) received a Caldecott Honor for "Interrupting Chicken "and the Ezra Jack Keats New Writer Award for "Leaves." He also wrote and illustrated "Ol' Mama Squirrel," "Love, Mouserella" and "Pouch!" He lives in Kew Gardens, New York.