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The Squeaky Door

The Squeaky Door

Author: Margaret Read MacDonald
Illustrator: Mary Newell DePalma

A lively retelling from Puerto Rican folklore. Grandma tucks dog, cat, pig, and horse into bed with little boy but he is still afraid of the squeaky door.


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Type Year Publisher Price Length   ISBN
Hardcover  2006  HarperCollins  $12.99  32  0-06-028373-4 
Library Binding  2006  HarperCollins  $12.99  32  0-06-028374-2 

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"A great choice to add to storytelling repertoires."  ...School Library Journal


"The art is as distinctive as the text. …For lap sharing before bed, it is just perfect."  ...Booklist


"Over-the-top humor and a satisfyingly predictable narrative make this tale one that children will likely ask for again and again. "  ...Publisher's Weekly


"A true gem, this rollicking tale will become a storytime favorite. "  ...Kirkus


"Puerto Rican folk yarn retold by Margaret Read MacDonald is laugh-out-loud hilarious. ... All of Mary Newell DePalma's illustrations are gems. "  ...Book World, Washijngton Post, Sun, Feb 12, 2006, Elizbeth Ward




Awards

Washington Post Top 10 Picture Books
2006


Monarch Award Nominee
2010
Illinois K-3 Reader's Choice Award   
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