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About The Book
Strega Nona—"Grandma Witch"—is the source for potions, cures, magic, and comfort in her Calabrian town. Her magical everfull pasta pot is especially intriguing to hungry Big Anthony. He is supposed to look after her house and tend her garden but one day, when she goes over the mountain to visit Strega Amelia, Big Anthony recites the magic verse over the pasta pot, with disastrous results.
In this retelling of an old tale, author-illustrator Tomie dePaola combines humor in the writing and warmth in the paintings as he builds the story to its hilarious climax.
This package includes a paperback book and a CD of Tomie dePaola retelling his classic story against a charming musical score.
About The Author
Tomie dePaola (1934–2020) was the beloved author and/or illustrator of more than 270 books for young readers, including the children’s classic Strega Nona. He was the recipient of the Newbery Honor, Caldecott Honor, and the 2011 Children’s Literature Legacy Award for “significant and lasting contribution to children’s literature.” A native of Connecticut, Mr. dePaola studied at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York, and spent much of his life in New London, New Hampshire. Visit his work online at Tomie.com.
About The Illustrator
Tomie dePaola (1934–2020) was the beloved author and/or illustrator of more than 270 books for young readers, including the children’s classic Strega Nona. He was the recipient of the Newbery Honor, Caldecott Honor, and the 2011 Children’s Literature Legacy Award for “significant and lasting contribution to children’s literature.” A native of Connecticut, Mr. dePaola studied at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York, and spent much of his life in New London, New Hampshire. Visit his work online at Tomie.com.
Product Details
- Publisher: Little Simon (October 4, 2011)
- Length: 40 pages
- ISBN13: 9781442433557
- Ages: 4 - 8
- Lexile ® AD730L The Lexile reading levels have been certified by the Lexile developer, MetaMetrics®
Awards and Honors
- Caldecott Honor Book
- ALA Notable Children's Books
Resources and Downloads
High Resolution Images
- Book Cover Image (jpg): Strega Nona Book and CD Trade Paperback 9781442433557(5.8 MB)
- Author Photo (jpg): Tomie dePaola Photograph © Laurent Linn(0.1 MB)
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