Nancy's Neighborhood - Welcome to Nancy Carlsons Website

Signings and Events:

April 24, 2010
2010 Kerlan Award Ceremony
I was honored, thrilled and humbled to be added to the list of children's book authors & illustrators who have previously received this recognition! (I'm told my name will be added soon as the 2010 recipient!)
The Kerlan Award

April 30 - November 28, 2010
The Art Institute of Chicago
Everyday Adventures Growing Up:
Art From Picture Books
My work is part of a 3 person show. Check it out if you're in Chicago!
The Art Institute of Chicago

June 21 - 25, 2010
Children's Book Illustration for Teens. 10:45 - 12:15 PM
www.loft.org

June 21 - 25, 2010
Use Your Imagination!
Ages 6 - 9
Note: this June class is filled.
Due to demand, Loft has added one more week session:
July 26 - 30, 2010!
9:00 - 10:30 AM
Check it out!
www.loft.org

June 27 - July 2, 2010
Split Rock Arts Program Workshop
Wild Things: Character Illustration and Development for Picture Books University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Split Rock Website
2010 Summer Catalog

Nancy will also be visiting schools in Florida, California, Maine, New York, Connecticut, Wisconsin, Washington, Iowa and Minnesota!!

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New! July 2010 - Henry and the Bully

This new book won't be available until July 8, but you can pre-order it from your favorite book seller or through this website.

"When Sam the second-grade bully starts stealing Henry's soccer ball at recess, the little mouse doesn't know what to do. He soon realizes he's got to find his own way to solve his bully problem. Classroom favorite Nancy Carlson encourages young readers to use creativity and empathy to tackle one of school's toughest challenges. Plus, there's a surprising twist about Sam the bully toward the end of the story!"
- Viking

Learning to save is a good thing!

"Carlson's child-friendly artwork captures Henry's ingenuity and angst as his savings program rolls on."
- Booklist

Henry's finally old enough to get an allowance, and he can't wait to spend it every week on giant jawbreakers, a huge pencil, and other silly things. But when Henry finds something he really wants, he discovers that saving money can be more difficult - and more rewarding - than he ever imagined.

With candy-bright artwork, a popular main character, and a story that every child will relate to, Nancy Carlson's new book makes perfect "cents" for young readers!

It's time to THINK HAPPY!

"This book will become a classic for your child when they need a mental boost to lift their spirits and allow happiness back into their life. I give this book a high-five for the good feelings it gave me!"
- Stories For Children Magazine

"As in SMILE A LOT! (2002), Frog and his friends look on the bright side, and Carlson teaches lessons about positive thinking with humor..."
- Booklist

Blast off with Henry !!...

"Using brightly colored illustrations and a laugh-out-loud text, Nancy Carlson shows creative minds how they can use their own amazing imaginations."
- Viking

"... entertainment is where it's at. Carlson's point is wrapped in sly humor and emphatic colors, giving cues as to how a time-honored brand of story telling - the great tall tale - ought to be delivered. Readers will realize... that brightening someone's day with a stretch of the imagination is a gift."
- Kirkus Reviews