Lucy and Henry Are Twins

by Elizabeth Winthrop, Jane Massey (Illustrator)

Overview

Lucy and Henry are brother and sister. They may be twins, but that doesn’t mean they do everything the same way. From time on the swings to crawling through tunnels, a day at the park is double the fun when they’re together. Delightful illustrations and simple, rhythmic text combine to make a wonderful first book about twins.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781477826294
Publisher:	Amazon Publishing
Publication date:	03/17/2015
Pages:	24
Sales rank:	543,821
Product dimensions:	8.10(w) x 8.10(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	BR (what's this?)
Age Range:	4 - 7 Years

About the Author

Elizabeth Winthrop has written over sixty books for readers of all ages. Her award-winning titles for children include The Castle in the Attic; Dumpy La Rue, illustrated by Betsy Lewin; and Shoes, illustrated by William Joyce. Her short story “The Golden Darters” was selected for The Best American Short Stories by Robert Stone. Under the name Elizabeth Winthrop Alsop, she is the author of the memoir piece Don’t Knock Unless You’re Bleeding: Growing Up in Cold War Washington. The daughter of Stewart Alsop, the political journalist, she divides her time between New York City and the Berkshires. Visit her at www.elizabethwinthrop.com.

Editorial Reviews

04/01/2015
Toddler—Short, rhyming phrases combined with bright, toddler-friendly illustrations perfectly capture the bond of twins Lucy and Henry. They move through their morning together, but it's clear that they are individuals. "Lucy swings. Henry clings." The artful spread shows the happy girl being pushed in a baby swing while her brother peers uncertainly from behind their dad's leg. The twins aren't old enough to be aware of or assert their own individuality. It is simply shown through the innocent playfulness of young siblings enjoying a day at the park together. Massey's artwork shines. The gouache, ink, and crayon illustrations are large and bright and depict cheery, round-faced toddlers who are perpetually in motion. VERDICT A first purchase for libraries serving our youngest readers.—Kelly Roth, Bartow County Public Library, Cartersville, GA

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