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John Schindel


John Schindel turned his love of writing for kids and working with quality photographers into the BUSY BOOK series. He lives in Oakland, California.

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Busy Elephants
Written by John Schindel
Photographed by Martin Harvey

Board | 20 pages | Tricycle Press | Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Elephants; Juvenile Nonfiction - Science & Technology; Juvenile Nonfiction - Photography
978-1-58246-383-4 (1-58246-383-2)

February 22, 2011 | $7.99

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Busy Elephants
Written by John Schindel, Photographed by Martin Harvey

Format: Board
ISBN: 9781582463834
Our Price: $7.99
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Stunning photographs of wild African elephants are paired with rhyming, toddler-appropriate action verbs. Babies and toddlers will delight in seeing elephants of all sizes in their natural habitat as they romp, stomp, stretch, step, splash, dash, and more. This is the 14th book in the popular Busy Book series.


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Busy Gorillas
Written by John Schindel
Photographed by Andy Rouse

Board | pages | Tricycle Press | Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Apes & Monkeys; Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Endangered; Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Mammals
978-1-58246-352-0 (1-58246-352-2)

October 12, 2010 | $7.99

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Busy Gorillas
Written by John Schindel, Photographed by Andy Rouse

Format: Board
ISBN: 9781582463520
Our Price: $7.99
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From clinging and swinging, to scratching and napping, the 13th book in Tricycle's popular Busy Book series features gorillas of all sizes taking part in a variety of actions that toddlers can do too.


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Busy Birdies
Written by John Schindel
Photographed by Steven Holt

Board | 20 pages | Tricycle Press | Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals; Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Birds
978-1-58246-317-9 (1-58246-317-4)

April 13, 2010 | $8.99

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Busy Birdies
Written by John Schindel, Photographed by Steven Holt

Format: Board
ISBN: 9781582463179
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Busy Bear Cubs
Written by John Schindel
Photographed by Lisa Husar and Mike Husar

Board | 20 pages | Tricycle Press | Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Bears
978-1-58246-302-5 (1-58246-302-6)

August 11, 2009 | $7.99

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Busy Bear Cubs
Written by John Schindel, Photographed by Lisa Husar and Mike Husar

Format: Board
ISBN: 9781582463025
Our Price: $7.99
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These baby bears are just right!


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Busy Chickens
Written by John Schindel
Photographed by Steven Holt

Board | 20 pages | Tricycle Press | Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Ducks, Geese, Etc.
978-1-58246-275-2 (1-58246-275-5)

March 1, 2009 | $8.99

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Busy Chickens
Written by John Schindel, Photographed by Steven Holt

Format: Board
ISBN: 9781582462752
Our Price: $8.99
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Hens, roosters, and chicks take center stage in the latest addition to the Busy Book series. Through gorgeous color photographs children will recognize chickens--both familiar and spectacularly fancy--busy performing actions like squawking, perching, leaping, and more.Reviews“Those who don't love chickens need not apply. This full color photographic board book is all...


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Busy Pandas
Written by John Schindel
Photographed by Lisa Husar and Mike Husar

Board | 20 pages | Tricycle Press | Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Bears
978-1-58246-259-2 (1-58246-259-3)

October 1, 2008 | $8.50

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Busy Pandas
Written by John Schindel, Photographed by Lisa Husar and Mike Husar

Format: Board
ISBN: 9781582462592
Our Price: $8.50
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Busy, busy pandas are featured in the latest addition to the Busy Book series for toddlers. Vivid color photographs capture these captivating animals doing things toddlers can do, too--hiding, sliding, clapping, napping, and more!


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Busy Bunnies
Written by John Schindel
Photographed by Steven Holt

Board | 20 pages | Tricycle Press | Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Rabbits
978-1-58246-242-4 (1-58246-242-9)

February 1, 2008 | $8.99

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Busy Bunnies
Written by John Schindel, Photographed by Steven Holt

Format: Board
ISBN: 9781582462424
Our Price: $8.99
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Spring-inspired pastels decorate this latest addition to the Busy Book series, which features a parade of adorable bunnies doing things that toddlers can do too-hopping, scrubbing, munching, and more.

There's no limit to what busy bunnies can do!

Busy Books have sold more than 120,000 copies. 8th book in age-appropriate Busy Book...


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Busy Horsies
Written by John Schindel
Photographed by Casi Lark

Board | 20 pages | Tricycle Press | Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Horses
978-1-58246-223-3 (1-58246-223-2)

September 1, 2007 | $7.99

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Busy Horsies
Written by John Schindel, Photographed by Casi Lark

Format: Board
ISBN: 9781582462233
Our Price: $7.99
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The seventh outing for the Busy series features horses and ponies engaging in an array of toddler-appropriate activities. Photographer Casi Lark captures the beauty of equines in action in this stunning addition to the popular series.

Busy books have sold morethan 100,000 copies.


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Busy Barnyard
Written by John Schindel
Photographed by Steven Holt

Board | 20 pages | Tricycle Press | Juvenile Fiction - Animals
978-1-58246-168-7 (1-58246-168-6)

September 1, 2006 | $7.99

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Busy Barnyard
Written by John Schindel, Photographed by Steven Holt

Format: Board
ISBN: 9781582461687
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More animals mean more action in this fresh take on the ever-popular Busy books. BUSY BARNYARD presents a mixed bag of kids' favorite squawking, chomping, and flapping creatures.


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Busy Piggies
Written by John Schindel
Photographed by Steven Holt

Board | 20 pages | Tricycle Press | Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Farm Animals
978-1-58246-169-4 (1-58246-169-4)

April 1, 2006 | $8.99

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Busy Piggies
Written by John Schindel, Photographed by Steven Holt

Format: Board
ISBN: 9781582461694
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The latest book in the popular Busy board book series celebrates the many charms of our corkscrew-tailed, mud-loving friends as they engage in activities every toddler will recognize.


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Busy Kitties
Written by John Schindel
Photographed by Sean Franzen

Board | 20 pages | Tricycle Press | Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Cats; Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Pets; Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Mammals
978-1-58246-130-4 (1-58246-130-9)

August 1, 2004 | $7.99

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Busy Kitties
Written by John Schindel, Photographed by Sean Franzen

Format: Board
ISBN: 9781582461304
Our Price: $7.99
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Get some cattitude!

A CATalog of kitties awaits fans of furry felines in this fourth Busy board book. Witness a fine purr-formance of kitty capers, beautifully captured by newcomer photographer Sean Franzen.



   • Teaches toddlers common action words.


   • Artful photography makes this a great gift for cat lovers of all ages.


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Busy Doggies
Written by John Schindel
Photographed by Beverly Sparks

Board | 20 pages | Tricycle Press | Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Dogs; Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Pets; Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals
978-1-58246-090-1 (1-58246-090-6)

October 1, 2003 | $8.99

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Busy Doggies
Written by John Schindel, Photographed by Beverly Sparks

Format: Board
ISBN: 9781582460901
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It'¬?s time to woof it up! Toddlers learn basic action words as they gnaw, paw, tug, and hug along with these perennially active pooches.Spotlights vivid full-color photographs of a variety of breeds.


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Busy Monkeys
Written by John Schindel
Photographed by Luiz Claudio Marigo

Board | 20 pages | Tricycle Press | Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Apes & Monkeys; Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Zoos; Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Mammals
978-1-58246-082-6 (1-58246-082-5)

May 3, 2002 | $7.99

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Busy Monkeys
Written by John Schindel, Photographed by Luiz Claudio Marigo

Format: Board
ISBN: 9781582460826
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Glorious full-color photographs introduce young children to the monkeys of South America and Africa. The cast includes an amazing array of beautiful, cuddly, and downright weird-looking species. This rollicking follow-up to Busy Penguins teaches toddlers everyday action words and shows them that whatever busy monkeys do, kids can do too!Publishers Weekly...


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Busy Penguins
Written by John Schindel
Photographed by Jonathan Chester

Board | 10 pages | Tricycle Press | Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Birds; Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Zoos; Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Endangered
978-1-58246-016-1 (1-58246-016-7)

January 1, 2000 | $8.99

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Busy Penguins
Written by John Schindel, Photographed by Jonathan Chester

Format: Board
ISBN: 9781582460161
Our Price: $8.99
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There's so much to do when you're a penguin. Join in the fun! The rhyming text and adorable photographs in this colorful board book offer a close-up view of penguins dashing, splashing, jumping, bumping, and going about their busy penguin lives.


              
              



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