That's Life! - by Ame Dyckman (Hardcover)

About the Book

Life personified appears at a child's door and takes them on a journey in which they learn to have the time of their Life, that Life is full of surprises, and much more.

Book Synopsis

From the New York Times bestselling creators Ame Dyckman (Wolfie the Bunny)and Cori Doerrfeld (The Rabbit Listened) comes a witty send-up of inspirational greeting card wisdom that reminds readers of life's unpredictability and messiness--and beauty. After Life literally knocks on their door, one kid discovers that Life is truly what you make it. It's weird and may not always cooperate, but Life's beauty becomes apparent when it's embraced for all of its quirks. This story is filled with tongue-in-cheek idioms that will appeal to readers of all ages and will impart deeper wisdoms about life's many milestones.

Ame Dyckman's clever text combines with Cori Doerrfeld's sweet illustrations to create the perfect gift for readers who are starting school, moving, graduating, or imparting on any new phase of life.

Review Quotes

"Sure to be a choice for...graduation gifts, this sweet...story offers an alternative to Dr. Seuss's Oh the Places You'll Go."--School Library Journal

Praise for That's Life!: "[H]umorous, kid-friendly, and clever [...] a level of fun that will satisfy readers of all ages."--Kirkus Reviews

"[Readers] starting a new phase in life (say, kindergarten or a move) may appreciate the physical manifestation of their feelings and assurance that everything will be okay."--BCCB

"A terrific reminder to readers of all ages that life, in all forms, is worth treasuring."--Booklist

"The mood is always upbeat--or, at the very least, maintains a 'dust yourself off and keep going' attitude--with plenty of reminders that whatever life is, it is for sure one wild ride."--Publishers Weekly

About the Author

Ame Dyckman is the award-winning author of You Don't Want a Dragon!, How Dinosaurs Went Extinct, Dandy, Read the Book, Lemmings!, You Don't Want a Unicorn!, Horrible Bear!, the New York Times bestselling Wolfie the Bunny, and more. You can visit Ame on Twitter (@AmeDyckman). Cori Doerrfeld is the author-illustrator of Beneath and the New York Times bestselling The Rabbit Listened and has also created art for such books as Help Mom Work from Home! and The True Adventures of Esther the Wonder Pig. Cori lives in Minnesota with her husband, two children, and rescue dog, Jinx. You can visit Cori at coridoerrfeld.com