Shutta Crum s first nearly wordless picture book, "Mine!," also illustrated by Patrice Barton and starring the same children, was called a delightful example of the drama and emotion that a nearly wordless book can convey by the "New York Times." Her other books include "Bravest of the Brave" and "Thomas and the Dragon Queen." Learn more about Shutta at shuttacrum.com. Patrice Barton has illustrated many picture books, including "I Pledge Allegiance" by Pat Mora and Libby Martinez, "Rosie Sprout s Time to Shine" by Allison Wortche, "I Like Old Clothes" by Mary Ann Hoberman, and, of course, "Mine!" You can find out more about Patrice at patricebarton.com."