Davide Calì

Dans la vie, à tout âge, on attend quelque chose : le bisou avant de dormir, Noël, la fin de la pluie, puis l'amour, un bébé, les vacances, ou parfois, aussi, la fin de la guerre, la fin des souffrances de l'être aimé - et le retour du printemps. Et encore, au bout du chemin, la visite de ses enfants devenus adultes et l'annonce d'un heureux événement à venir dans la famille. Tout cela, au fil de la vie, de l'amour et de l'espérance, jamais taris.

É impossível fazer os trabalhos de casa quando um avião de macacos aterra à nossa porta. Além disso, os elfos esconderam todos os lápis. E houve também um problema com plantas carnívoras! As desculpas absurdas seguem-se umas às outras, num crescendo hilariante, mas a professora não se deixa enganar...

In this moving picture book, award-winning collaborators Davide Cali and Serge Bloch present a fable for our time about two lonely soldiers facing each other across a barren battlefield. What each discovers, as the story unfolds, is that the enemy is not a faceless beast, but rather a real person with family, friends, and dreams.

First, some giant ants steal breakfast.Then there are the evil ninjas, massive ape, mysterious mole people, giant blob, and countless other daunting (and astonishing) detours along the way to school. Are these excuses really why this student is late? Or is there another explanation that is even more outrageous than the rest? From Davide Cali and Benjamin Chaud, the critically acclaimed author/illustrator team behind I Didn't Do My Homework Because . . . comes a fast-paced, actionpacked, laugh-out-loud story about finding the way to school despite the odds—and the unbelievable oddness!

Ginger is the weird one. She plays with peas, purrs at artichokes, and has a strange fondness for chicken (but only the neighbor's chicken). Then there's Fred. His greatest talent? Sleeping. Oh, and hiding. And when he's not hiding, he's conspiring with Ginger to destroy the house! Such is life with cats. . . can't live with 'em, can't live without 'em—if you love them, that is. And yet the question remains: Why are these captivating creatures so marvelously maddening?! From internationally bestselling author Davide Cali, this humorous picture book about a cat owner and his beguiling felines celebrates quirky cat companions, impurrfections and all.

Snow White has 77 problemsSnow White is on the run from an evil witch when she stumbles upon a little house in the woods. When the 77 dwarfs who live there invite her to stay, it seems like a perfect solution--at first. But with 77 dinners to make, 77 lunches to pack and 77 little hats to wash, Snow White begins to wonder if she's bitten off more than she can chew...

From the bestselling author of I Didn't Do My Homework Because... comes an irresistible meditation on the quest for connection. When an elephant falls in love, he does many foolish things. He hides when the elephant-object of his affection is around. He writes dozens of letters that he will never send. And he tries to be healthy, but ends up finishing the cheesecake. This soulful book is at once relatable and revealing, a reminder that love is worth striving for, and that the very best things in life will come to those who wait.

An unseen narrator goes head-to-head with the big bad wolf in this hilarious counting-book twist on The Three Little Pigs. Once upon a time, there were three little pigs.Then the wolf ate them.THE END.This story is too short! I want a longer one!In this clever counting book, the big bad wolf doesn't want to tell a long story. He wants to get to the eating part. But the narrator has other ideas. From a pig soccer team to a pig for every letter of the alphabet to 101 pigs in an animated movie, the stories get more and more fantastical . . . but they're always too short and they ALL end the same way.Using an abacus as the basis for her illustrations, Marianna creates beguiling little pigs and a menacing but slightly bored wolf that perfectly complement the inventive story by Davide Cali. Come for the counting, stay for the storytelling! This book has it all.

Abigail dreads swimming lessons. Every time she dives into the pool, she makes a big splash, and all the girls in her class shout: “Abigail’s a whale!” Abigail can see that she is larger than the other girls. She feels huge, heavy, and out of place.Abigail’s swimming teacher takes her aside and points out: we can change how we see ourselves. He offers a creative visualization technique she can use to feel bolder, more confident, and more accepting of herself. Abigail tries it out in challenging situations that week—walking home in the dark, eating her vegetables, trying to fall asleep. Illustrations in the book show her perspective morphing powerfully to match her new thought patterns.Next time she’s in swimming class, instead of feeling heavy, Abigail thinks sardine, eel, barracuda, shark! She starts to figure out how to draw on mindfulness, creative thinking, resilience, and positive self-esteem to embrace exactly who she is. This picture book supports social/emotional learning and serves as a perfect jumping-off point for topics like bullying, empathy, confidence, and creative problem solving.LEVELINGGrade Range: K–4Fountas & Pinnell: KReading Recovery: 18Lexile: AD 430LCOMMON CORERF.2.3,3c,3d,3e,4,4a,4cW.2.1,3,5,6,7,8L.2.3,4,4a,4d,5,5a,5b,6SL.2.1,1a,1b,1c,2,3,4,6RL.2.1,2,3,4,5,6,7,10

Grown-ups Never Do That is a hilarious picture book about the seemingly unbelievable fact that adults, like kids, misbehave —from Davide Cali and Benjamin Chaudthe duo behind Junior Library Guild selection I Didn't Do My Homework Because . . . and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to School !Whether it's forgetting to do chores, running late, or burping, no adult would ever behave so poorly—at least, that's what you might think. By the end of this outrageous, laugh-out-loud picture book, you'll know better.• An honest and hilarious reminder that we're all human—yes, even grown-ups• Filled with expressive art and broadly accessible humor• From celebrated author-illustrator team Davide Cali and Benjamin ChaudGrown-ups Never Do That showcases the humor—and the humanity—of the most important people in kids' lives.This relatable and rollicking tale will have readers between the ages 4 and 7 (and the adults that read with them) in stitches.• A wonderful gift for teachers, librarians, and educators who want to teach that it's okay not to be perfect all the time—and that manners exist for a reason• Perfect for parents and caregivers of reluctant readers Great for fans of Maurice Sendak and Edward Gorey, as well as reads like Do Unto A Book About Manners by Laurie Keller, Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus! by Mo Willems, and Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne Lang

A sweetly offbeat adoption storyBoris is a normal he goes to school and rides his bike and climbs trees, just like all the other children. It doesn't matter that he has scales and gills, or that his parents found him in a swamp when he was just a baby. But one day Boris catches the scent of his old home, and suddenly he's not quite sure where he belongs. He journeys to the swamp, filled with questions, and eventually discovers the only answer he needs.From the creators of The Queen of the Frogs comes an enchanting, nuanced story about adoption and family.

When he was born, Little Pea was tiny. Teeny-tiny. His clothes were hand sewn by his mother and his shoes were hand-me-down doll shoes. As he grew older, Little Pea enjoyed climbing tomato plants, driving around in his wind-up car and riding on the backs of grasshoppers. But then Little Pea started school. And he suddenly realized just how small he was. Too small for his chair. Too small to play the flute. Too small for gym class. What would become of wee Little Pea?

There's more to this museum than meets the eye! This is the wonderfully wacky world of celebrated international author-illustrator team Davide Cali and Benjamin Chaud, the duo behind Junior Library Guild selections I Didn't Do My Homework Because . . . , The Truth About My Unbelievable Summer . . . , and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to School . . . . Notoriously (and delightfully) unreliable narrator Henry is late to a museum where his class is spending the day. But he has a plan: He'll just catch up in one of the exhibits. That's not possible in these halls! With volcanoes erupting, dinosaurs charging, and secret stairwells lurking, reuniting with his classmates becomes a quest of outrageous proportions. Young readers will revel in this entertaining book's over-the-top antics.

A mouse decides one morning to make an omelet, but needs an egg, and sets out to find one. On his search, he eventually finds everything needed to bake a cake, including apples, flour, and sugar, but also those most precious ingredients—community and friends, from a hedgehog to an owl to a raccoon— and learns about the unexpected gifts of asking for what you need and sharing what you have.

Enter this School at Your Own Risk!Henry is sharing school secrets with his new classmate as they embark on a whirlwind tour. Mysterious inventions lurk, the library is a labyrinth, the cafeteria requires ninja skills, and some of the teachers may be monsters! Is this strange school to be believed? or is there an even more outrageous surprise in store?

An enchanting modern fable The frogs enjoy their life at the pond, filling their days with fly brunches and night music. But one day a little frog finds a crown at the bottom of the pond and is instantly pronounced a queen. She starts doing what queens do: making demands and expecting others to serve her. But when her royal subjects start to question her authority, she must prove she's fit to rule—if she can. Reminiscent of Aesop's fables, this beautifully illustrated book is sure to start a discussion about the concept of leadership and the importance of humility.

A dog has an important job to do, especially if his human is a writer. Without a dog by his side, the writer would forget to eat. He’d never get out of his pajamas, and he’d probably stare at the computer all day long. But even the best French bulldog can’t do everything. Maybe this perfect pair needs someone new in their lives… Illustrated in warm, earthy tones, this witty story reflects the ways dogs change our lives for the better. Our canine friends can make—and find—the best companions.

Handsome princes, fancy castles, extravagant balls . . . in this girl-power fractured fairy tale, Cinderella learns that if it looks too good to be true, it probably is, and it's better to create your own happy ending.Cinderella is dying to go to the ball. She's seen pictures of the fancy castle and the handsome prince, she's heard the fairy tales about true love, she's found the perfect dress in Princess magazine and she's even found an ad for a Fairy Godmother. She's all set.Except the fairy godmother doesn't look like the one in the ad. And the castle doesn't look like the picture. And the prince . . . well, Cinderella decides her fairy-tale ending is going to look different--and be a whole lot more fun.

The age-old question of “what will I be when I grow up” gets a hilarious twist in this stylish and clever story.A pup and his father contemplate his grand future while looking at other Great Dogs in their family. Will he be a marathon runner like Uncle Tibor, the fastest dog in the family? Will he be an astronaut like Aunt Yuki, who reached for the stars? Or maybe a teacher like Uncle Scooter, respected by all? No matter what, says his father, he will be a GREAT dog! Davide Cali’s tongue-in-check writing and Miguel Tanco’s unique and funny illustrations bring these great dogs to life and will have readers giggling from start to finish. With gatefolds that show the real story behind the characters and a surprise twist at the end, Great Dog is a winner for kids and parents alike!

A powerful story paired with delightful and imaginative illustrations about the consequences of every action and the importance of making amends In this timely and ingenious parable, a bear with a powerful sword goes out into the forest to chop down all of the trees and build on his impregnable home fort. After it is washed away by a flood, he sets out on a journey to find and punish the creature responsible. After accusing an array of unusual creatures—including a pair of beavers, a one-eared pig-deer, a fox who loves archery, and some fruit-loving birds—he finally arrives at the truth: the flood was caused by someone with a sword who chopped down all the trees. The bear’s remorse, and the actions he takes to make good his vandalism, provide all young readers with an important message.

What is this thing called love? What color is it and what shape? Is it sweet or savory? Is it big or small? Like a lot of kids, Emma would really like to know. The problem is: everyone Emma asks—Mom, Dad, Grandma, and Grandad—seems to have a different idea of what love is. Can love really be in a piece of cake or a game of football? It seems there's a lot more to this love thing than Emma ever imagined! In this entertaining and ultimately touching tale of questions and answers, Davide Cali and Anna Laura Cantone remind us that, for a child, the most important love is that which lies at the heart of your own family.

One morning, when George walks into his kitchen, he finds someone sitting at his table. “Who are you?” he asks. “I’m your shadow,” answers the shadow. The shadow follows George—for a walk on the street, fishing on the pier at Coney Island, and everywhere else George goes.Who is this shadow? Is he an annoying pest? Is he a friend? Or is he both?From the award-winning pair behind I Can’t Wait and The Enemy comes a sweet, silly, and often poignant look at how unexpected friendship can be. With mod, quirky art full of personality from Serge Bloch (Butterflies in My Stomach and The Big Adventure of a Little Line) and a disarming text from Davide Cali (I Didn’t Do My Homework Because . . .), George and His Shadow is charming! Perfect for fans of Leo: A Ghost Story and Imaginary Fred.

Owen e Zoey sono riusciti a convincere il loro papà ad andare in un negozio di animali a comprare un coniglietto per loro. Ma nel negozio c’è un’offerta: due al prezzo di uno. Imperdibile! Così comprano un maschio e una femmina, senza pensare che poi avranno conigli, conigli, e conigli. insomma: troppi conigli! Un albo lieve e spiritoso che riesce a farci fare finalmente un sorriso.

«Amadeo est conducteur de tram à Lisbonne, mais pas un conducteur de tram comme les autres. Dans son Eléctrico 28, c’est le grand bonheur : les gens tombent tous amoureux grâce à sa panoplie de manœuvres habiles et amusantes. Tous ? Sauf Amadeo lui-même, qui a pourtant un cœur grand comme ça… Au bout de sa course, le conducteur de ce tramway emblématique de la capitale portugaise trouvera-t-il sa dulcinée ?»[Résumé de l'éditeur / Publisher's summary]

I love chocolates because each one can be a surprise — you have to taste them all to find out what’s inside!What’s not to like about chocolate? It smells good and tastes even better. In I Love Chocolate , readers will experience the taste, smell, and color of the world’s most beloved treat through the eyes of a child. Whether you savor this book slowly or devour it with gusto, readers will appreciate — and crave — the content in this yummy book that is perfect for children … and grown-ups, too.

In Davide Cali and Vincent Pianina's hilarious mystery, ten eccentric insects, each with something to hide, are brought to a mysterious house on a secluded island for the weekend. Then, one by one, very unusual things start happening to them. But, of course, all is not as it seems...

A robot mom would be fun to have. It would never make you clean your room or eat your vegetables. It would do whatever you wanted it to, even your homework. But does a robot mom know how to cuddle you like your real mom? Could a robot mom give you hugs and kisses just like Mom does?Mama Robot is a testament to mothers around the world as a young boy discovers what motherhood is really about, and what makes his mama so special.

Dovresti amare solo per amore,né per dare qualcosa né per esserne ricambiata.Dovresti godere di ciò che hai,non di ciò che ottieni.

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