The Quilt Story

Brief Description: A pioneer mother lovingly stitches a beautiful quilt which warms and comforts her daughter Abigail; many years later another mother mends and patches it for her little girl. Review Quotes: "A quilt that provides warmth, fun, and comfort to two different generations is the star of this rich picture book. . . dePaola provides a warm, dignified interpretation of Johnston's story." --"Booklist," starred review "A lovely collaboration of artist and author. . . A treasure." --"Children's Book Review Service"Marc Notes: PaperStar.; A pioneer mother lovingly stitches a beautiful quilt which warms and comforts her daughter Abigail; many years later another mother mends and patches it for her little girl. Publisher Marketing: After a move to a new home, comfort comes from a surprising place. Long ago, a young girl named Abigail put her beloved patchwork quilt in the attic. Generations later, another young girl discovers the quilt and makes it her own, relying on its warmth to help her feel secure in a new home. Review Citations:

Wilson Children's Catalog 01/01/1991 pg. 652 (EAN 9780399210099, Hardcover)

Wilson Children's Catalog 96 01/01/1996 pg. 681 (EAN 9780399210099, Hardcover)

Wilson Children's Catalog 01/01/2001 pg. 629 (EAN 9780399210099, Hardcover)

Wilson Children's Catalog 01/01/2006 pg. 911 (EAN 9780399210099, Hardcover)

Wilson Children's Catalog 01/01/1991 pg. 652 (EAN 9780399210082, Paperback)

Wilson Children's Catalog 96 01/01/1996 pg. 681 (EAN 9780399210082, Paperback)

Wilson Children's Catalog 01/01/2001 pg. 629 (EAN 9780399210082, Paperback)

Wilson Children's Catalog 01/01/2006 pg. 11 (EAN 9780399210082, Paperback)

Contributor Bio:  Johnston, Tony TONY JOHNSTON's numerous books for children include It's About Dogs, illustrated by Ted Rand, Very Scary, illustrated by Douglas Florian, and The Day of the Dead, illustrated by Jeanette Winter. She lives with her family in California. Contributor Bio:  DePaola, Tomie Tomie dePaola is one of the most popular children's book authors and illustrators of our time. His humor, insight, and gentle art delight all readers. A Newbery Honor award winner, he has written and illustrated a number of books for Simon & Schuster, including Caldecott Honor Book "Strega Nona, " as well as "Andy: That's My Name, Watch Out for the Chicken Feet in Your Soup, " and ""Charlie Needs a Cloak."" A native of Connecticut, Mr. dePaola studied at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York, and now lives in New London, New Hampshire.