No, David! facts for kids
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| Illustrator | David Shannon |
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| Cover artist | David Shannon |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Series | Caldecott Honor Book |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Published | September 1, 1998 |
| Publisher | Blue Sky Press |
| Pages | 32 |
| Awards | Caldecott Honor Book, ALA Notable Child Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Blue Ribbon title, School Library Journal Best Book of the Year, New York Times Best Illustrated Book List |
| ISBN | 0-590-93002-8 |
No, David! is a super popular children's book from 1998. It was written and drawn by David Shannon. The book is about a mischievous boy named David and all the things he's not supposed to do. It's famous for its simple words and fun pictures. No, David! won many awards, like being named a Caldecott Honor Book. This means it was recognized as one of the best illustrated children's books of the year.
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How the Book Was Made
The idea for No, David! came from author David Shannon's own childhood. When he was just 5 years old, he created a little book. This book was about a boy who often got into trouble. His mom would frequently say, "No, David!"
Years later, in 1997, David Shannon found his old childhood book. It was hidden away in his mother's closet. He decided to rewrite it for a new audience. He kept the childlike drawings and handwriting style. This made the book feel very authentic and fun.
In 1999, No, David! became a Caldecott Honor Book. This is a very special award for children's picture books. In the book, David Shannon wrote a note to his readers. He explained that while "yes" is a great word, sometimes "no" is needed. For example, "yes" won't stop crayons from drawing on walls!
More Adventures with David
Because No, David! was so popular, David Shannon wrote more books about David. These books show David in different situations. They are all about growing up and learning rules.
Original Books in the Series
- David Goes to School (1999)
- David Gets in Trouble (2002)
- It's Christmas, David! (2010)
- Grow Up, David! (2018)
Board Books for Younger Readers
- David Smells! (2005)
- Oh, David! (2005)
- Oops! (2005)
Fun Activity Books
- Uh-oh, David! (2013)
