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About the Book
In this clever twist on the age-old belief that there's no such thing as unicorns, Uni the unicorn is told there's no such thing as little girls! But Uni believes that little girls are real. Rosenthal's sweet "New York Times"-bestseller is now in a board book format. Full color.Book Synopsis
The New York Times bestselling story of friendship, unicorns, and the power of believing is now available as a board book!Uni is just like all the other unicorns . . . except for one thing: she believes that little girls are REAL. This magical story by Amy Krouse Rosenthal (author of I Wish You More) illuminates Uni's not-so-fantastical dream and celebrates the sparkle of believing. This charming board book edition will allow the youngest readers to slide down glorious friendship rainbows alongside Uni and the little girl in whom she believes so very much. Be sure to look for the enchanting sequel, Uni the Unicorn and the Dream Come True, available as a hardcover picture book!
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From School Library JournalPreS-K--In this delightfully entertaining story, children are transported to a land in which unicorns are the norm and little girls are believed to be mythical creatures. Uni is like all the other unicorns in so many ways. She had a swirly horn, a magnificent mane, and the magical ability to make wishes come true. But there was one thing that definitely set Uni apart. Uni believed that little girls were REAL. Despite being laughed at and dismissed for her beliefs, she dreams of what friendship with a human girl would be like. The book features Rosenthal's familiar mix of humor and wit, making this book ideal for reading out loud or independently. Barrager's illustrations offer full page spreads of whimsical, dreamlike images that will make every reader want to believe in unicorns (or little girls). This book will be read, treasured, and loved by young dreamers.--Megan Egbert, Meridian Library District, Displaying a magnificent mane, golden hooves, sparkling purple eyes, and a powerful swirly horn, Uni believes that not only are little girls real but a special one will form a magical friendship with her. And somewhere, a little girl is equally certain that unicorns are real and that a very particular one is waiting to be her companion. Joyful illustrations in brilliant color capture the dreams of the two, as they spin and twirl, explore the forest, and slide down a rainbow together. Line drawings of an active youngster are set inside an outline shaped like Uni's head. Although usually portrayed with sweet faces, the dismay each shows when their elders tell them their thinking is only make-believe humorously reinforces their determination to find each other. And friendship triumphs as the two delightedly ride off together. Pair with Robert Heidbreder's I Wished for a Unicorn (2000) and B. G. Hennessy's Claire and the Unicorn Happy Ever After (2010), for other happy twosomes.
-- Lolly Gepson
While the spirit of Mary Blair, vintage Golden Books, and 1960s animation influences many contemporary picture books, Barrager (Twelve Dancing Princesses) embraces it fully in this collaboration with Rosenthal (Exclamation Mark). Like her fellow unicorns, Uni is magical and magnificent; she has a luxuriant magenta mane, golden hooves, and violet eyes that don't just sparkle--they basically are sparkles. Where Uni differs from her peers is in her belief that little girls are real, that "a strong smart wonderful magical little girl" is out there waiting to be her best friend. In a series of single-page vignettes, Barrager shows Uni and a blonde, blue eyed human girl dashing through fields of flowers, healing forest animals with Uni's magical horn, and sailing past birds and clouds as they slide down a rainbow. The throwback illustration style, absence of tech (save for a nightlight and record player), and emphasis on clinging to beliefs that the world dismisses as fantasy combine to create a story that encourages kids to stay kids as long as possible. Ages 3-7.Author's agent: Amy Rennert, the Amy Rennert Agency. Illustrator's agent: Vicki Willden-Lebrecht, the Bright Group. (Sept.)
About The Author
AMY KROUSE ROSENTHAL is a real girl who writes books for children (such as That's Me Loving You, On the Spot, and Uni the Unicorn, or course) and for grown-ups (Textbook Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Encyclopedia of an Ordinary Life). She lives in Chicago for real, and digitally at whoisamy.com. BRIGETTE BARRAGER is an artist, designer, and illustrator and writer of children's books. She spent some time at Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios before taking the plunge into freelance illustration, where she's lived happily ever after. She resides in Los Angeles with her handsome husband, cute doggy, and terrible cat. Visit Brigette at brigetteb.com.Dimensions (Overall): 8.2 Inches (H) x 5.6 Inch (W) x 1 Inch (D)
Weight: .9 Pounds
Suggested Age: 0-3 Years
Number of Pages: 36
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Legends, Myths, Fables
Publisher: Random House
Format: Board Book
Author: Amy Krouse Rosenthal
Language: English
Street Date: October 15, 2017
TCIN: 52618801
UPC: 9781524766160
Item Number (DPCI): 059-03-6872
Origin: Made in the USA
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Estimated ship weight: 1 pounds
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Q: Is this the board book or the hardcover book?
submitted by FacemireS - 7 years ago
A: It's the board book. I was looking for the hardcover version too. The title of this says it's the hardcover, but under the "details" section of the book it says "Board Book, 36 pages." I see that Target is currently also selling the real hardcover version (with 48 pages), but it's more expensive. Hope that helps.
submitted byElizabeth B - 7 years ago
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Incoherent. No real understandable story or plot.
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Rm27839 - 3 years ago
This book has no real understandable storyline. It feels like the printer forgot a couple pages because as it’s published it’s just not coherent. It’s already been tossed.
It’s a board book
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
LesliePaige - 5 years ago, Verified purchaser
Cute book, but it is a board book, not a hardcover. My daughter is young enough that I didn’t mind too much, but that was a bit of a disappointment.
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5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Red Mama - 6 years ago, Verified purchaser
my 2 year old loves this book...when she saw me writing this review, she started getting excited saying "my unicorn!" needless to say its a win!
Cute book, received damaged
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
LooseCannonMomma - 6 years ago, Verified purchaser
Very cute book with bright colorful pictures. However, as another reviewer experienced, when I received it the binding was bent and damaged and it would not close all the way. I returned it to the store and purchased one they had in stock.
Love Uni
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
C Watt - 6 years ago, Verified purchaser
My 5 year old loves the Uni books! Sweet story and nice illustrations.
Magical
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Camille - 6 years ago, Verified purchaser
We love this book. We have now bought 3 for my daughters friends.
Don't order online
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Chelsey - 6 years ago, Verified purchaser
I thought the book was so cute when I saw it in stores looking for a gift for my niece. The book they had there was damaged so j couldn't give itnas a gift and decided to order it online. When my order came that book was damaged too!! It was like the binding was bent and it wouldn't close all the way. I was really frustrated since this was supposed to be a gift! I didn't have time at that point to try ordering another one or getting another gift so I just gave it to her and apologized for the tacky appearance.
Great birthday gift, awesome book for younger Unicorn lovers!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Greatgrammy - 6 years ago, Verified purchaser
Adorable Unicorn book, my younger great granddaughter will love it. Nice hard cover, vivid colorful pictures, easy for the younger ones to read. Also looks like it would be easy to wipe down from her nighttime snacks!
Great size and value
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Llinn - 7 years ago, Verified purchaser
Love this version of this book. Much more durable for little hands and priced better than the larger version.
Adorable
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Taby - 7 years ago, Verified purchaser
Adorable book! Got it for my 3 year old for Christmas (shes obsessed with unicorns) and it has become a favorite for both of us! Beautiful illustrations, cute story, and its a very sturdy board book.
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5 out of 5 stars
dana80 - 7 years ago, Verified purchaser
This is a board book. Super cute series. My 2 year old daughter loves it!
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5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
OklahomaK - 7 years ago, Verified purchaser
Beautiful illustrations! Very thick cardboard pages, will stand up to whatever damage the little ones will cause.