Today Is Monday in New York

By Johnette Downing and Deborah Ousley Kadair

“A delightful evocation of some of New York State’s most beloved foods. Guaranteed to make your stomach rumble as you read along.” —Louis Alvarez, independent filmmaker, the Center for New American Media

On Monday, it’s apples, and Tuesday is pastrami. This catchy walk through a week of yummy New York fare introduces children to the favorite foods of the Empire State. With bright collage illustrations and infectious singsong lyrics, this playful adaptation of a traditional song features such goodies as Buffalo wings, hot dogs, pizza, and cheesecake. A “Word Menu” at the end of the book, along with tips and trivia about the great state of New York, round out this toothsome trip through a week’s worth of tasty eats. Come and eat it up!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Open Road Integrated Media
• Release date: Jan 18, 2011
• ISBN: 9781455619245

Johnette Downing

The recipient of the Louisiana Writer Award, Johnette Downing is a musician, author, illustrator, and poet dedicated to sharing her Louisiana roots with children. The author of thirty books and twelve recordings, Johnette has performed concerts, author visits, and educator workshops on five continents. A former early-childhood music teacher, she is passionate about combining music and stories to celebrate childhood, culture, and literacy. Downing lives in New Orleans, Louisiana and Newburyport, Massachusetts with her husband, Scott. Heather Stanley's illustrations and designs are inspired by animals and the natural wonders of our world. Stanley received a BFA from the University of Southwestern Louisiana and an MFA from Radford University in Virginia. Stanley is the Director of Creative Services at Audubon Nature Institute and uses her talents to educate people about nature and wildlife. This is the third book she has illustrated with Johnette Downing. Stanley was raised in Louisiana and lives near New Orleans with her family.

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[sdeshotel-1 · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

This book helps students learn the days of the week while it gives different foods found there. It is easy to read and has pictures that illustrate the dishes mentioned. I would read this to kids of all ages because it is fun and entertaining.