T-Bone, the Baby Sitter facts for kids
First edition
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| Author | Clare Turlay Newberry |
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| Publisher | Harper |
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1950 |
| Pages | unpaged |
| Awards | Caldecott Honor |
T-Bone, the Baby Sitter is a fun picture book from 1950. It was both written and illustrated by Clare Turlay Newberry. The story is about a playful cat named T-Bone. This book was special because it won a Caldecott Honor in 1951 for its amazing pictures.
What is T-Bone, the Baby Sitter About?
T-Bone, the Baby Sitter tells the story of a cat named T-Bone. He is a bit mischievous but also very charming. The book shows T-Bone's adventures as he tries to "babysit." It's a sweet and funny tale that many readers enjoy.
Picture books like this use both words and illustrations to tell a story. The pictures are just as important as the text. They help readers understand the characters and what is happening.
Meet Clare Turlay Newberry
Clare Turlay Newberry (born in 1903) was an American author and artist. She was famous for her books about cats and other animals. Newberry loved to draw animals, and her illustrations are known for being very detailed and lifelike. She often used charcoal and pastels to create her beautiful artwork.
She wrote and illustrated many popular children's books. Some of her other well-known books include Mittens and April Kittens. Her unique style made her a favorite among young readers and critics.
The Caldecott Honor
The Caldecott Medal is a very important award for children's books in the United States. It is given each year to the artist who creates the most outstanding picture book for children.
When a book receives a "Caldecott Honor," it means it was one of the top books considered for the main Caldecott Medal. T-Bone, the Baby Sitter earned this honor in 1951. This shows how much people appreciated Clare Turlay Newberry's wonderful illustrations in the book. It is a big achievement for any children's book author and illustrator.
