Corduroy Takes a Bow
(Board book)
Publishing Details
Corduroy Takes a Bow
By (Author) Viola Davis
Illustrated by Jody Wheeler
Viking Books for Young Readers
Viking Books for Young Readers
11th June 2024
1st May 2024
United States
Classifications
Children
Fiction
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Places and peoples
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Drama and performing arts
Physical Properties
Board book
32
Width 165mm, Height 129mm, Spine 18mm
224g
Description
Celebrate 50 years of America's favorite teddy bear with a brand-new, classically illustrated picture book by Academy Award winner Viola Davis. When Lisa takes Corduroy to the theater for the very first time, it's so magnificent and exciting that he just can't help heading out on his own to explore. From the orchestra pit to the prop table to the dressing rooms, Corduroy sees it all. Could there be a place for Corduroy on stage, too Fifty years after this lovable, inquisitive teddy bear was first introduced to readers, he's now the star of the show. Author Viola Davis uses her own experience as an Emmy, Tony, and Oscar Award-winning actress to imbue Corduroy's adventure with all the magic of the stage. A beautifully illustrated tale with a classic feel, Corduroy Takes a Bow is sure to spark an interest in theater in children of any age.
Reviews
"Perhaps the book's most valuable visual aspect is featuring people of color in all elements of the theater, from Lisa and her mother, of course, to the orchestra pit, stage manager, and actors . . .A sweet story that will have children clamoring to see a show, perhaps with their own bears."
-Kirkus Reviews
"A delightful new act for ever-curious Corduroyand an entertaining introduction to the theater."
-Booklist
Author Bio
VIOLA DAVIS is a critically revered, award-winning actress of film, television, and theater. She is the first black actress to win Tony (Fences and King Hedley II), Oscar (Fences) and Emmy (How to Get Away with Murder) awards for acting. In 2012, Davis and her husband founded their production company, JuVee Productions, with its focus being on giving a voice to the voiceless through strong, impactful and culturally relevant narratives.
DON FREEMAN (1908 1978) was a celebrated childrens book author and illustrator. His many popular titles include Corduroy and A Pocket for Corduroy.
JODY WHEELER is the illustrator of over forty books for children. She lives in New York City.
