Nose to Nose

A Picture Book

Thyra Heder

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Hardback

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Abrams
19 September 2024

Children's & Educational; Picture books; Animal stories (Children's&YA); Pets (Children's&YA)

From the critically acclaimed author-illustrator of How Do You Dance?, Thyra Heder’s Nose to Nose is an insightful and hilarious picture book about trying to make new friends as the new dog in town and the courage it takes to face a problem “nose to nose”

Toby is the new dog on the block, and he can’t wait to meet his neighbors. But his attempts to make friends go largely un-sniffed by his busy neighborhood, and Toby finds being new isn’t so easy. At least he finds a nice, smelly ball at the park. There’s just one problem: The ball actually belongs to another pup, Pancake, who desperately wants it back.

Toby tries his best to explain his mistake, but when his messages get misunderstood, the neighborhood rumors fly: Toby is a bad dog! Beware! Toby doesn’t know if he’ll ever make a friend, but hopefully by being brave and taking a chance, he can make things right.

This pooch-filled story by critically acclaimed author Thyra Heder playfully unveils the currents of communication happening all around us and champions the courage it takes to confront a problem “nose to nose.”

By: Thyra Heder
Imprint: Abrams
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 273mm, Width: 235mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 240g
ISBN: 9781419757518
ISBN 10: 1419757512
Pages: 48
Publication Date: 19 September 2024
Recommended Age: From 4 to 8 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Thyra Heder is the author and illustrator of Sal Boat, Fraidyzoo, The Bear Report, Alfie, and How Do You Dance? She is also a scenic designer and storyboard artist for film and advertising. She lives in Brooklyn.

Reviews for Nose to Nose: A Picture Book

***STARRED REVIEW*** ""Heder cleverly (and humorously) shows the hidden world of dog communication in a story that highlights the difficulties and rewards of seeking new friends...This dog's-nose view of socializing would go well on any animal lover's shelf, and it may also resonate with children experiencing life as ""the new kid."" * Shelf Awareness * ***STARRED REVIEW*** ""Heder's charming watercolor illustrations and gentle storytelling emphasize the importance of empathy, patience, and second chances, and the neighborhood dogs' messages...bring a healthy dose of humor to the text. Exploring themes of loneliness, confronting fears, and the importance of communication...A lovely read full of heart and lessons about friendship, delivered with playful comedy."" * Booklist * Dog lovers will delight in the canine rushes of various Fidos cavorting energetically...and yelp with pleasure at Toby’s distinctly doggy solution to his dilemma...young readers who’ve found themselves in a situation like Toby’s will take comfort in the cathartic close. The messages that the dogs convey in urine are hilariously apt...A real tail wagger. * Kirkus Reviews * [W]itty canine romp...Heder’s charming canine portraits, especially of doggy actions, make this emotive new-arrival story a pup lover’s treat. * Publishers Weekly *