Krauss, Ruth
Overview
| Works: | 196 works in 844 publications in 15 languages and 30,208 library holdings |
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| Genres: | Fiction Juvenile works Picture books Stories in rhyme Humorous fiction Illustrated works Didactic fiction Romance fiction Board books Poetry |
| Roles: | Author, Contributor, Other, Creator |
| Classifications: | PZ7.K875, E |
Publication Timeline
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Most widely held works about
Ruth Krauss
- Crockett Johnson and Ruth Krauss : how an unlikely couple found love, dodged the FBI, and transformed children's literature by Philip Nel( )
- When I walk I change the earth by Ruth Krauss( Book )
- Judson Memorial Church Archive( )
- Ted Berrigan Papers by Ted Berrigan( )
- Bookstore Press records by Bookstore Press( )
- The Cantilever rainbow : by Ruth Krauss( )
- by Bookstore Press( Book )
- Gerard Malanga Papers by Gerard Malanga( )
- by Ted Berrigan( )
- by Gerard Malanga( )
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Most widely held works by
Ruth Krauss
The carrot seed by
Ruth Krauss(
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99 editions published between 1945 and 2020 in 4 languages and held by 4,975 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Despite everyone's dire predictions, a little boy has faith in the carrot seed he plants
99 editions published between 1945 and 2020 in 4 languages and held by 4,975 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Despite everyone's dire predictions, a little boy has faith in the carrot seed he plants
The happy day by
Ruth Krauss(
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56 editions published between 1947 and 2019 in 5 languages and held by 2,697 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In the middle of winter, different forest animals awake and run sniffing through the trees, to discover a single flower growing in the snow
56 editions published between 1947 and 2019 in 5 languages and held by 2,697 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In the middle of winter, different forest animals awake and run sniffing through the trees, to discover a single flower growing in the snow
Bears by
Ruth Krauss(
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35 editions published between 1948 and 2015 in 6 languages and held by 2,149 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A book of bears in funny places
35 editions published between 1948 and 2015 in 6 languages and held by 2,149 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A book of bears in funny places
A hole is to dig : a first book of first definitions by
Ruth Krauss(
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36 editions published between 1952 and 1992 in English and Dutch and held by 1,920 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A book for young children that explains and illustrates simple and easily understood definitions such as a hole is to dig, hands are to hold, and arms are to hug
36 editions published between 1952 and 1992 in English and Dutch and held by 1,920 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A book for young children that explains and illustrates simple and easily understood definitions such as a hole is to dig, hands are to hold, and arms are to hug
A very special house by
Ruth Krauss(
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27 editions published between 1953 and 2019 in 4 languages and held by 1,764 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The very special house was an imaginary one where a child could do as he pleased. Grades 1-2
27 editions published between 1953 and 2019 in 4 languages and held by 1,764 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The very special house was an imaginary one where a child could do as he pleased. Grades 1-2
The growing story by
Ruth Krauss(
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6 editions published between 1947 and 2019 in 4 languages and held by 1,049 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A little boy worries throughout the summer that he's not getting bigger, but at the end of the season he tries on his winter clothes and realizes that he has grown
6 editions published between 1947 and 2019 in 4 languages and held by 1,049 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A little boy worries throughout the summer that he's not getting bigger, but at the end of the season he tries on his winter clothes and realizes that he has grown
You're just what I need by
Ruth Krauss(
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10 editions published between 1951 and 2019 in English and held by 953 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
As a child hides beneath a blanket, Mother playfully wonders if the hidden bundle could be anything she needs
10 editions published between 1951 and 2019 in English and held by 953 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
As a child hides beneath a blanket, Mother playfully wonders if the hidden bundle could be anything she needs
The happy egg by
Ruth Krauss(
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21 editions published between 1962 and 2016 in English and held by 890 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A bird hatches from its egg and learns to fly
21 editions published between 1962 and 2016 in English and held by 890 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A bird hatches from its egg and learns to fly
Roar like a dandelion by
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4 editions published in 2019 in English and held by 876 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
From Ruth Krauss, the celebrated children's book author of The Carrot Seed and A Hole Is to Dig, comes this never-before-published book of witty one-liners--brought to life by Geisel Honor-winning artist Sergio Ruzzier. Dance with a leaf. Jump like a raindrop. Sit in the sun and shine. Not since A Hole Is to Dig and Open House for Butterflies have we seen such electric and playful words on a page. This imaginative story from Ruth Krauss--one of the most beloved children's book authors of all time--and celebrated artist Sergio Ruzzier is a remarkable collaboration that captures the timeless spirit of Krauss's signature wit and humor. Paired with Ruzzier's irresistible drawings, this story will delight readers of all ages and inspire them to roar like dandelions. A perfect gift for the holidays, Valentine's Day, and graduation!
4 editions published in 2019 in English and held by 876 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
From Ruth Krauss, the celebrated children's book author of The Carrot Seed and A Hole Is to Dig, comes this never-before-published book of witty one-liners--brought to life by Geisel Honor-winning artist Sergio Ruzzier. Dance with a leaf. Jump like a raindrop. Sit in the sun and shine. Not since A Hole Is to Dig and Open House for Butterflies have we seen such electric and playful words on a page. This imaginative story from Ruth Krauss--one of the most beloved children's book authors of all time--and celebrated artist Sergio Ruzzier is a remarkable collaboration that captures the timeless spirit of Krauss's signature wit and humor. Paired with Ruzzier's irresistible drawings, this story will delight readers of all ages and inspire them to roar like dandelions. A perfect gift for the holidays, Valentine's Day, and graduation!
I'll be you and you be me by
Ruth Krauss(
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22 editions published between 1954 and 2020 in 4 languages and held by 845 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A series of little stories, plays and poems about friendship, elephants, lost horses, snow, and other important things
22 editions published between 1954 and 2020 in 4 languages and held by 845 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A series of little stories, plays and poems about friendship, elephants, lost horses, snow, and other important things
Goodnight, goodnight, sleepyhead by
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9 editions published between 2004 and 2019 in English and Chinese and held by 808 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In simple rhyming text, a child says goodnight to the things around her
9 editions published between 2004 and 2019 in English and Chinese and held by 808 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In simple rhyming text, a child says goodnight to the things around her
I can fly by
Ruth Krauss(
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39 editions published between 1950 and 2012 in 5 languages and held by 792 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Colorful illustrations and rhyming text show young children imitating a variety of different animals
39 editions published between 1950 and 2012 in 5 languages and held by 792 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Colorful illustrations and rhyming text show young children imitating a variety of different animals
Open house for butterflies by
Ruth Krauss(
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25 editions published between 1960 and 2018 in 6 languages and held by 788 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A book full of statements, some silly and some thoughtful, about good things to know and do
25 editions published between 1960 and 2018 in 6 languages and held by 788 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A book full of statements, some silly and some thoughtful, about good things to know and do
And I love you by
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3 editions published in 2010 in English and held by 718 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Simple, rhythmic text follows a mother cat and her kitten as they discover the love of big forests for little trees, big skies for little skyscrapers, and parents for their children
3 editions published in 2010 in English and held by 718 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Simple, rhythmic text follows a mother cat and her kitten as they discover the love of big forests for little trees, big skies for little skyscrapers, and parents for their children
Charlotte and the white horse by
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22 editions published between 1955 and 2001 in 3 languages and held by 633 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"The bond between a young girl and young horse
22 editions published between 1955 and 2001 in 3 languages and held by 633 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"The bond between a young girl and young horse
The backward day by
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9 editions published between 1950 and 2007 in English and held by 602 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Having decided that it is backward day, a boy dresses himself first in his coat, last in his socks, and continues in that way with the cooperation of his family
9 editions published between 1950 and 2007 in English and held by 602 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Having decided that it is backward day, a boy dresses himself first in his coat, last in his socks, and continues in that way with the cooperation of his family
La semilla de zanahoria by
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14 editions published between 1945 and 1996 in Spanish and English and held by 509 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"It won't come up," everyone warns the young boy in this story, who has great expectations for a carrot seed that he plants and tends carefully. The boy's conviction remains strong in the face of strong doubt and opposition. And to everyone's surprise except his, the carrot he eventually harvests grows as large as his faith, earning him first prize at the state fair. Young readers will learn the values of conviction and faith in this warm children's tale
14 editions published between 1945 and 1996 in Spanish and English and held by 509 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"It won't come up," everyone warns the young boy in this story, who has great expectations for a carrot seed that he plants and tends carefully. The boy's conviction remains strong in the face of strong doubt and opposition. And to everyone's surprise except his, the carrot he eventually harvests grows as large as his faith, earning him first prize at the state fair. Young readers will learn the values of conviction and faith in this warm children's tale
I want to paint my bathroom blue by
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16 editions published between 1956 and 2018 in English and Japanese and held by 506 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A child dreams of a rainbow house where all his friends can live
16 editions published between 1956 and 2018 in English and Japanese and held by 506 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A child dreams of a rainbow house where all his friends can live
The carrot seed by
Ruth Krauss(
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28 editions published between 1945 and 2013 in 3 languages and held by 493 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A little boy planted a carrot seed. His mother says, "I'm afraid it won't come up." His father and his big brother agree. At first, it seems they're right. But the little boy knows better. So, every day, he pulls up weeds and waters the ground until, one day, just as the little boy knew it would, something very special happens. This is a story with a very special message
28 editions published between 1945 and 2013 in 3 languages and held by 493 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A little boy planted a carrot seed. His mother says, "I'm afraid it won't come up." His father and his big brother agree. At first, it seems they're right. But the little boy knows better. So, every day, he pulls up weeds and waters the ground until, one day, just as the little boy knew it would, something very special happens. This is a story with a very special message
Big and little by
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3 editions published between 1987 and 1989 in English and held by 439 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Brief text and illustrations describe some of the little things that big things love
3 editions published between 1987 and 1989 in English and held by 439 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Brief text and illustrations describe some of the little things that big things love
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Related Identities
- Johnson, Crockett 1906-1975 Illustrator Performer Author
- Sendak, Maurice Other Dedicator Illustrator Artist Author
- Simont, Marc Illustrator Author
- Harper & Brothers Publisher
- Harper & Row, Publishers
- Juvenile Collection (Library of Congress)
- Oxenbury, Helen Illustrator Contributor
- Nel, Philip 1969- Author
- Noonan, Julia Illustrator
- Ruzzier, Sergio 1966-
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Associated Subjects
Alphabet books Animals Bears Bedtime Birds Birthdays Board books Carrots Cats Children's literature, American Children's stories Children and animals Children--Growth Conduct of life Definition (Philosophy) Dreams Dwellings Eggs Families Foals Forest animals Friendship Gardening Gardens Growth Horses House painting Human-animal relationships Human behavior Human growth Imagination Imagination in children Insects Johnson, Crockett, Krauss, Ruth Love Morning Mother and child Parent and child Picture books for children Play Romance fiction Seasons Seeds Snow Spanish language Spring Stories in rhyme Vocabulary Winter
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Alternative Names
Krauss, Ruth Ida 1901-1993
Krauss, Ruth Ida 1911-1993
Leisk Ruth Krauss
Leisk, Ruth Krauss 1901-1993
Ruth Krauss
Ruth Krauss Amerikaans schrijfster (1901-1993)
Ruth Krauss amerikanische Kinderbuchautorin
Ruth Krauss amerikansk författare
Ruth Krauss amerikansk skribent
קראוס, רות 1911-1993
روث كراوس كاتبة أمريكية
크라우스, 루스 1901-1993
クラウス, R
クラウス, ルース
ルース・クラウス
路斯.克劳斯
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