New York: Schwarz & Wade, 2008. Hardcover. Fine. Zelinsky, Paul O.. Square 8vo hardback, being the adventures of knowledgeable stingray, a toughy little buffalo, and someone called "Plastic." Illustrated with gray-scale drawings by Paul O. Zelinsky. Fine in fine, unclipped dj, no previous owner's marks. "Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Book Award" sticker to front dj panel. Signed without inscription on the half-title page by both Jenkins and Zelinsky with the author's promotional bookmark laid in. Signed by author and artist.

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Lumphy is a stuffed buffalo. StingRay is a stuffed stingray. And Plastic... well, Plastic isn't quite sure what she is. They all belong to the Little Girl who lives on the high bed with the fluffy pillows. A very nice person to belong to.But outside of the Little Girl's room things can be confusing. Like when Lumphy gets sticky with peanut butter on a picnic, why is he called "dirty"? Or when StingRay jumps into the bathtub, what will happen to her fur? And where in the house can they find the Little Girl a birthday present that she will love the most?Together is best for these three best friends. Together they look things up in the dictionary, explore the basement, and argue about the meaning of life. And together they face dogs, school, television commercials, the vastness of the sea and the terrifying bigness of the washing machine.With all the appeal of a classic, here are six linked stories form Emily Jenkins, and illustrated by Caldecott winning Paul O. Zelinsky that showcase the unforgettable adventures--and misadventures-- of three extraordinary friends.From the Hardcover edition.

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Bookseller: Bud Plant & Hutchison Books (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 26250
Title: Toys Go Out (signed)
Author: Jenkins, Emily
Illustrator: Zelinsky, Paul O.
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Fine
Quantity Available: 1
ISBN 10: 0375839356
ISBN 13: 9780375839351
Publisher: Schwarz & Wade
Place of Publication: New York
Date Published: 2008

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