Ali Rutstein Ali Rutstein i(27317679 works by)
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1 y separately published work icon Ladybugs Do Not Go to Preschool Ali Rutstein , Niña Nill (illustrator), Richmond : Bright Light , 2024 29221645 2024 single work picture book children's 'Ladybugs Do Not Go to Preschool is a spirited, funny and empowering picture book to encourage even the most nervous of children to spread their wings and try something new.

Mom says it's the first day of preschool, but Ravi's dressed up as his favorite insect, and he is quite certain that ladybugs do not go to preschool. In fact, this ladybug would rather stay home and eat aphids, thank you very much!

'Can an anxious and unsure Ravi find the bravery he needs to take flight?'  (Publication summary)

1 y separately published work icon Kittens Do Not Care for Baths Ali Rutstein , Niña Nill (illustrator), Richmond : Bright Light , 2024 28547468 2024 single work picture book children's

'Kittens Do Not Care for Baths is a spirited and funny picture book to encourage even the most rebellious kids to jump in the bath and get ready for sleep.

'Dad says it's time for a bath, but Maya is certain that kittens do not need baths. In fact, this curious kitten would much rather hunt for prey and climb trees all night than wash herself and get ready for bed. Can this feisty kitten be coaxed into starting her night-time routine?

'Preschool Problems is a brilliant new series about all the big problems faced by our littlest people!'  (Publication summary)

1 y separately published work icon A Beginner's Guide to Choosing the Perfect Pet Ali Rutstein , Tommy Doyle (illustrator), Crows Nest : Albert Street Books , 2024 28538396 2024 single work picture book children's

'Choosing the perfect family pet is easy with this simple guide... OR IS IT?

'Every family should have a pet.
A faithful friend to welcome into your hearts and home.
This guide is a MUST HAVE to help you decide which pet is the perfect fit for your family.

'Crocodiles, for instance, make excellent pets. They are peaceful creatures, with cheerful, happy-go-lucky personalities.
Puppies, on the other hand, are a terrible choice.

'Do you need help finding the perfect pet for your family? Then this book is for you! All the advice is vetted by experts. What could possibly go wrong...?

'This truly hilarious picture book will have readers in stitches... (especially if you take it too literally!)'  (Publication summary)

1 y separately published work icon Ladybirds Do Not Go to Day Care Ladybugs Do Not Go to Preschool Ali Rutstein , Niña Nill (illustrator), Prahran : Hardie Grant Children's Publishing , 2023 27317700 2023 single work picture book children's

'Mum says it’s the first day of day care, but Ravi’s dressed up as his favourite insect, and he is quite certain that ladybirds do not go to day care. In fact, this ladybird would much prefer to stay home and eat aphids, thank you very much!

'Can an anxious and unsure Ravi find the bravery he needs to take flight?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

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