Fabian Escapes facts for kids
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Author | Peter McCarty |
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Country | United States |
Genre | children's books picture books |
Publisher | Henry Holt & Co. |
Publication date
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2007 |
Pages | 40 |
ISBN | 978-0-8050-7713-1 |
OCLC | 76134170 |
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LC Class | PZ7.M12835 Fab 2007 |
Fabian Escapes is a fun children's picture book written by Peter McCarty. It was published in 2007 by Henry Holt & Co.. This book is a sequel to another popular book called Hondo & Fabian.
About the Book
Fabian Escapes is a picture book, which means it tells a story using both words and many illustrations. These types of books are often enjoyed by younger readers, but their stories can be loved by people of all ages.
The Story of Fabian
This book continues the adventures of Fabian, a cat, and Hondo, a dog. Since Fabian Escapes is a sequel, it means it picks up where the first book, Hondo & Fabian, left off. Sequels let readers follow their favorite characters on new journeys.
Connection to Caldecott Honor
The first book in the series, Hondo & Fabian, received a special award called a Caldecott Honor. The Caldecott Medal is given each year to the artist of the most outstanding American picture book for children. An "Honor" means the book was recognized as one of the best, even if it didn't win the top medal. This shows that Peter McCarty's work is highly regarded in the world of children's books.