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That’s Life!

Contributors

By Ame Dyckman

Illustrated by Cori Doerrfeld

Formats and Prices

On Sale
Mar 31, 2020
Page Count
40 pages
ISBN-13
9780316485487

Price

$17.99

Price

$22.99 CAD

Format

Format:

  1. Hardcover $17.99 $22.99 CAD
  2. ebook $9.99 $12.99 CAD

From the New York Times bestselling creators Ame Dyckman (Wolfie the Bunny)and Cori Doerrfeld (The Rabbit Listened) comes a witty send-up of inspirational greeting card wisdom that reminds readers of life’s unpredictability and messiness—and beauty.
 
After Life literally knocks on their door, one kid discovers that Life is truly what you make it. It’s weird and may not always cooperate, but Life’s beauty becomes apparent when it’s embraced for all of its quirks. This story is filled with tongue-in-cheek idioms that will appeal to readers of all ages and will impart deeper wisdoms about life’s many milestones.

Ame Dyckman’s clever text combines with Cori Doerrfeld’s sweet illustrations to create the perfect gift for readers who are starting school, moving, graduating, or imparting on any new phase of life. 

  • Praise for That's Life!: "[H]umorous, kid-friendly, and clever [...] a level of fun that will satisfy readers of all ages."
    Kirkus Reviews
  • "A terrific reminder to readers of all ages that life, in all forms, is worth treasuring."
    Booklist
  • "The mood is always upbeat--or, at the very least, maintains a 'dust yourself off and keep going' attitude--with plenty of reminders that whatever life is, it is for sure one wild ride."
    Publishers Weekly
  • "[Readers] starting a new phase in life (say, kindergarten or a move) may appreciate the physical manifestation of their feelings and assurance that everything will be okay."
    BCCB
  • "Sure to be a choice for…graduation gifts, this sweet…story offers an alternative to Dr. Seuss's Oh the Places You'll Go."
    School Library Journal

Ame Dyckman

About the Author

Ame Dyckman is the award-winning author of Wolfie the Bunny (illustrated by Zachariah OHora), Boy + Bot and Tea Party Rules, and loves writing for children so she doesn’t have to grow up. Ame lives in New Jersey with her family, pets, and hair bow collection.

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Cori Doerrfeld

About the Illustrator

Cori Doerrfeld grew up hoping to become an animator, but could not be happier with her current of job writing and illustrating picture books. Cori has illustrated two books with actress Brooke Shields (Welcome to Your World, Baby and It’s the Best Day Ever, Dad!) and an adorable series of board books with author Elise Broach (Seashore Baby, Snowflake Baby, Barnyard Baby, and Springtime Baby). Cori’s self-authored titles include Penny Loves Pink, Little Bunny Foo Foo: The Real Story, and Matilda in the Middle. Cori lives in Minneapolis, MN with her comic artist husband, Tyler Page, and their own two animated characters, daughter Charli, and son Leo. Cori invites you to follow her work at http://www.coridoerrfeld.com.

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