false 563376 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 563376 2 550511 book 2005 Oscar's Half Birthday total:18|5:6|4:4|3:6|2:2|1:0| 18 68 22 3 200448 3.96 371 134 52507082 134963 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 5 0 false Sat Jul 01 00:00:00 -0700 2006 Mon Apr 13 10:21:29 -0700 2009 Mon Apr 13 10:21:29 -0700 2009 more...]]> 4692350 188991 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 3 0 false Wed Aug 01 00:00:00 -0700 2007 Fri Aug 17 08:39:58 -0700 2007 Sun Aug 19 17:41:57 -0700 2007 more...]]> 11207537 721228 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 2 0 false Sat Dec 01 00:00:00 -0800 2007 Sat Dec 29 05:37:00 -0800 2007 Sat Dec 29 05:39:31 -0800 2007 76209316 2799203 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 5 0 false Fri Oct 30 09:16:54 -0700 2009 Fri Oct 30 09:16:54 -0700 2009 66278956 1716918 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 5 0 false Wed Aug 05 06:57:07 -0700 2009 Wed Aug 05 06:57:07 -0700 2009 62521692 1204081 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 3 0 false Tue Jul 07 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Tue Jul 07 14:24:57 -0700 2009 Tue Jul 07 14:25:07 -0700 2009 56069655 742668 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 3 0 false Thu May 14 10:59:17 -0700 2009 Thu May 14 10:59:17 -0700 2009 49658881 905927 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 3 0 false Wed Mar 18 08:38:27 -0700 2009 Sat Sep 12 12:28:50 -0700 2009 43920375 740073 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 0 0 false Thu Jan 22 07:56:17 -0800 2009 Thu Jan 22 07:56:17 -0800 2009 35187976 1255992 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 0 0 false Mon Oct 13 09:29:20 -0700 2008 Mon Oct 13 09:29:20 -0700 2008 33529862 1552726 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 4 0 false Mon Sep 22 11:13:12 -0700 2008 Mon Sep 22 11:13:12 -0700 2008 23262408 712205 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 4 0 false Thu May 29 17:28:30 -0700 2008 Thu May 29 17:28:46 -0700 2008 20313163 993368 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 2 0 false Wed Apr 16 13:22:37 -0700 2008 Sun Jul 27 10:49:00 -0700 2008 19689171 1061041 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 5 0 false Mon Apr 07 19:35:53 -0700 2008 Mon Apr 07 19:35:53 -0700 2008 18767855 1006063 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 5 0 false Thu Mar 27 11:14:18 -0700 2008 Thu Mar 27 11:14:18 -0700 2008 18002488 291477 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 0 0 false Tue Mar 18 07:02:33 -0700 2008 Tue Mar 18 07:02:37 -0700 2008 17884631 50738 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 4 0 false Sun Mar 16 15:57:41 -0700 2008 Sun Mar 16 15:57:41 -0700 2008 15102193 895002 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 5 0 false Sun Feb 10 18:56:49 -0800 2008 Sun Feb 10 18:56:53 -0800 2008 8870186 573509 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 0 0 false Fri Nov 09 00:30:58 -0800 2007 Fri Nov 09 00:30:58 -0800 2007 8153080 139875 563376 0763626996 9780763626990 3 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807m/563376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1175818807s/563376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/563376.Oscar_s_Half_Birthday 3.78 18 Baby Oscar's half birthday is full cause for celebration in this amusing tale of an urban family outing, affectionately told by the inimitable Bob Graham.

"Perfect day for a half birthday,"
says Oscar's dad.
The birthday boy waves his wet fists.
"And a picnic," says Oscar's mom.

Oscar is six months old today, but the truth is that no one can wait for his whole birthday. So there's nothing else for Mom and Dad to do but pack some sandwiches, park Oscar in his stroller, and take older sister Millie — handmade fairy wings attached — to the "half country" of their urban park for a half-birthday party. As always in the warm, quirky world of Bob Graham, the joy is in the details — a stop in a graffitied tunnel as the train rushes overhead; the expressions on Oscar's face as he watches a single leaf fall; the little half candle on his cake; and the impromptu gathering of admiring park visitors who join, one by one, in the hearty birthday song. With his jaunty watercolors full of charming surprises and a gently humorous text, Bob Graham creates an endearing, unconventional family readers will be happy to meet, and they'll be tickled to join in their celebration.]]> 2005 3 0 false Mon Oct 01 00:00:00 -0700 2007 Tue Oct 23 17:55:09 -0700 2007 Tue Oct 23 17:55:09 -0700 2007 8 http://www.goodreads.com/book_link/follow/8?book_id=563376