The Knot Fairy [Hardcover]

Bobbie Hinman (Author), Kristi Bridgeman (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2007 | Age Level: 3 and up | Grade Level: P and up

An enchanting book about a mischievous little fairy dressed in pajamas and fuzzy slippers. She visits children while they sleep and is responsible for the knots and tangles in their hair. With its captivating illustrations, this magical story comes alive, revealing a less practical and more magical explanation for tangled hair. After all, who better to blame it on than the fairies? The easy-to-read verse makes this book a favorite among beginning readers as well as toddlers. Includes audio CD of story and original fairy song.

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About the Author

With a B.S. degree in Elementary Education and the experience of reading to her 10 grandchildren, Bobbie Hinman is right at home with the world of childrens literature. The Knot Fairy is the first in a series of fanciful fairy books. Hinman is also the author and co-author of seven successful cookbooks with over 700,000 books in print. Her cookbooks include the Lean & Luscious series and the Meatless Gourmet series.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 3 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Best Fairy Books (January 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0978679105
• ISBN-13: 978-0978679101
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 11.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #251,450 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Bobbie Hinman grew up in Baltimore and holds a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Towson University. She is the author and co-author of seven successful cookbooks. These include the Lean & Luscious series and the Meatless Gourmet series. Bobbie has traveled all over the United States promoting healthy eating, both as a featured speaker and as a guest on radio and TV shows.

Several years ago Bobbie decided to re-invent her literary career. With her experience as an elementary teacher, along with the joys of reading to her ten grandchildren, Bobbie has turned her attention to the world of children's literature. Through her fairy books, Bobbie uncovers the answers to some of life's mysterious dilemmas, such as tangled hair and missing socks. She even reveals the reason why belly buttons are always in the middle. And now, in her newest book, Bobbie reveals the cause of life's most embarrassing sounds and odors! After all, who better to blame it on than the fairies?

Bobbie is a member of the Maryland Writers' Association, the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, and the New Atlantic Independent Booksellers Association. She is currently in demand as a featured speaker at schools, libraries and book festivals.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Sweet Tale, January 25, 2009

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Shannon M. Mcgee "Confuzzled Books" (PA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Knot Fairy (Hardcover)

A sweet little tale of a fairy that ties knots in your hair while you sleep. The book comes with an audio CD of a reading of the story with a song at the end. I recommend listening to the CD while you read the book. The illustrations are just as adorable as the book, they fit it perfectly. I can see this as a books the kids will like to read or listen to again and again.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A free-spirited fantasy picturebook, February 3, 2007

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Knot Fairy (Hardcover)

The Knot Fairy is a free-spirited fantasy picturebook, about a fairy that visits sleeping children to tie knots in their hair. The pink, purple, and sepia-hued color illustrations by artist Kristi Bridgeman add a delightful touch to this warm-hearted story meant to be shared with young people right before bedtime. "So, if your hair goes this way and that... / and you're thinking of hiding it under a hat... / just look in the mirror and shout with glee, / "It looks like the Knot Fairy visited me!" An audio CD of the story read aloud by author and educator Bobbie Hinman, as well as an original "Fairy Song", complements this fanciful title.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun with fairies!, February 2, 2007

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J. Nasse "book lover/educator" (New Mexico, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Knot Fairy (Hardcover)

Do you believe in fairies? If you do, then you will love the Knot Fairy and her unique ability. Also, does your hair go into knots and tangles, especially when you are asleep? Why, of course it is the Knot Fairy! She just loves to tie knots! Read The Knot Fairy and listen to the CD to find out more about this fun, charming, and spirited fairy. (Shh, don't tell. She has tangles in her hair too!)
Bobbie Hinman has written a book as fun, charming, and spirited as the Knot Fairy herself. A sweet, lively quality is also present in Kristi Bridgeman's watercolor illustrations. The rhyming story flows, carrying the reader along, as do the cheerful, frolicking pictures. Together they make a page-turner of a book. The reader follows the Knot Fairy on every page, where she even ties knots in the dog and cat. She is sometimes hidden a bit, so the young booklover will enjoy hunting for her.
An added treat is the enclosed CD with the story read by Bobbie. There is also the endearing "The Knot Fairy Song" sung in such a clear, true voice by Bobbie, accompanied by her grandchildren. It is fun to sing-along. This is indeed a book to be cherished, and it is highly recommended for ages 2-8. Preschools, day care programs, and Kindergarten classrooms can also use the book for drama, music, and art.