cover image The Wednesday Surprise

The Wednesday Surprise

Eve Bunting. Clarion Books, $5.95 (32pp) ISBN 978-0-395-54776-2

Bunting's touching story of an unexpected birthday treat contains a subtle message about adult literacy; PW said, ``Carrick's glowing watercolors are the perfect partner to this story of a warm and loving family.'' Ages 3-8. (Oct.)