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 | While We Were Out
Author: Lee, Ho Baek
Illustrator: Lee, Ho Baek
Country of Origin: South Korea 
Ages: 4 - 6
Themes: City Life, Global Awareness, Korea, Pets
Hardcover $15.95
 Awards:- New York Times Best Illustrated Book
- BCCB Blue Ribbon Picture Book Award
- Children's Book Sense Pick
- Capitol Choices Review Book
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"Lee has written a sweet, endearing story with just the right ending that will leave little listeners giggling. Illustrations in soft, washed-out grays alternate with others in full color. A mildly adventurous allegory with a bit of funny realism in the end." - School Library Journal
* "This Korean import is amusing, yes, but there is also a delicacy and intelligence that pervades the tale. A definite cut above." - Booklist (Starred Review)
* "Wry surprises abound." - Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)
"Clever and satisfying." - The Horn Book
"A charmingly illustrated tale...startlingly funny." - Kirkus Reviews
"An adorable book about what our pets might do when we're away!" - Kids Bookshelf
"...for everyone to share and enjoy." -
Becky's Book Review
"...very cute and perfect for toddler storytime." - In the Pages
HARDCOVER ISBN: 978-1-929132-44-7
HARDCOVER ISBN-10: 1-929132-44-1
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