{"product_id":"the-scarecrows-dance-9781416937708","title":"The Scarecrow's Dance","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Scarecrow's Dance by Jane Yolen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nJane Yolen introduces us to the fickle scarecrow, who decides to leave his station and dance away the fall night. He leaps through the fields until he reaches the farmhouse, where he sees a small light in the window. Inside, a boy is saying his prayers, and he offers up a special prayer for the corn that will be harvested in the morning. Humbled, the scarecrow knows what he has to do: He returns to the field and watches over the corn as only he can. Masterfully told, with illustrations by award winner Bagram Ibatoulline, this book has all the makings of a new classic.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA Timeless Fall Story for Young Readers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nThis hardcover picture book combines beautiful storytelling with stunning artwork to create an engaging reading experience for children ages 4-8. The narrative explores themes of responsibility and values through the journey of a scarecrow who learns the importance of his role in protecting the harvest. Perfect for bedtime reading, classroom discussions about character building, or seasonal fall and Thanksgiving celebrations.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAward-Winning Author and Illustrator\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nJane Yolen brings her masterful storytelling to this tale, continuing her legacy as an author of over 380 children's books. Known for bestsellers like \u003ci\u003eHow Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night?\u003c\/i\u003e and the Caldecott Medal winner \u003ci\u003eOwl Moon\u003c\/i\u003e, Yolen has been called \"the Hans Christian Andersen of America\" by \u003ci\u003eNewsweek\u003c\/i\u003e. The illustrations by Bagram Ibatoulline, celebrated for his work on \u003ci\u003eThe Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eGreat Joy\u003c\/i\u003e, bring the scarecrow's nighttime adventure to life with rich, detailed artwork.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal for Multiple Occasions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nThe Scarecrow's Dance makes an excellent gift for young readers and serves multiple purposes throughout the year. Use it as a back-to-school story about responsibility, a fall harvest celebration book, a Thanksgiving read-aloud, or a bedtime story that teaches values. The picture book format and age-appropriate content make it suitable for both independent reading and group story time.\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJane Yolen is an award-winning author who has written more than 380 books for children, including the bestseller \u003ci\u003eHow Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night?\u003c\/i\u003e and the 1988 Caldecott Medal winner \u003ci\u003eOwl Moon\u003c\/i\u003e. She is known for her beautiful poetry, picture books, fairy tales, novels, and nonfiction, and has even been called \"the Hans Christian Andersen of America\" (\u003ci\u003eNewsweek\u003c\/i\u003e). She lives in Hatfield, Massachusetts. Visit her at JaneYolen.com. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBagram Ibatoulline was born in Russia and educated at the Moscow State Academic Art Institute. His first book was Philip Booth's \u003ci\u003eCrossing\u003c\/i\u003e, named a 2001 Best Book by \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e. He is best known for his books with Kate di Camillo, \u003ci\u003eThe Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eGreat Joy\u003c\/i\u003e. Bagram lives in Gouldsboro, Pennsylvania.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster Books for Young Readers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680878858514,"sku":"9781416937708","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_59e9c280-6b5f-4d50-90b8-e0f4998a5bcc.jpg?v=1733944834","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-scarecrows-dance-9781416937708","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}