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Richard McClure Scarry (June 5, 1919 - April 30, 1994) was born in Boston, Massachusetts, where his parent ran a shop. He entered the School of Museum of Fine Art, Boston, after dropping out from a business college, and remained until being drafted into the U.S. Army during World War II. Scarry worked for various magazines after the war and had his career breakthrough with Little Golden Books in 1949, then began turning out his original books in 1955. His characters, who were mostly animals such as Lowly Worm, Huckle Cat and Sergeant Murphy , were very popular with children throughout the world. Until now, 300 books were published, written and illustrated by this popular American children's author, with total sales of over 100 millon units worldwide. And most of his titles have translated into dozens of languages.

Millions of children the world over have grown up reading Richard Scarry's (1919 – 1994) books. His characters have entertained and delighted generations of children. 20 years after his death, his bestselling Best Word Book Ever, first published in 1963, has just celebrated its 50 anniversary; illustrated in signature Richard Scarry style, the colourful details packed under each theme, be it a meal time, at the zoo, tools or keeping healthy, the familiar animal characters dressed like humans captivate curious young minds who spend hours exploring the world they inhabit and learning from them the names of every item on the page, expanding children's knowledge and vocabulary without them even realizing it.

Coinciding with the 50th anniversary of Best Word Book Ever, Best Lowly Worm Book Ever, a newly discovered book written by Richard Scarry and completed by his son, Huck Scarry (nicknamed after Huckle Cat, the famous character in his father's books) has been published for the first time recently. Young readers can follow the charming Lowly Worm through a typical day in his busy life which includes going to school, helping on the farm, assisting other busy workers and travelling in some of his amazing vehicles. There is always a clatter of activity to look at and talk about on every page! Apart from the action and humour in every scenario, children can even learn good manners from Lowly Worm!

Learning is made so much more fun with Huckle Cat and Lowly Worm as the lovable animal characters introduce counting, the alphabet, shapes and sizes, colours, manners and so much more in Best First Book Ever.

In What Do People Do All Day, children get a glimpse of the different kinds of professions people have and how people are related to each other. This provides a wonderful foundation for them to understand the society they are in.

This is why Richard Scarry's books are still in print in more than 20 languages all over the world.

As I read his books, I always picture a very young Richard Scarry who observed the world around him carefully and recorded them in his inimitable way. I remember reading somewhere that when he was asked to do a shopping list as a little boy, instead of putting down in words, he always drew pictures. I'm not surprised! It is a wonderful treasure that he has left us to enjoy for years to come and now his son is carrying on his legacy.

His best-loved stories can be found in bumper collections - Best Bedtime Stories Ever and Best Funniest Stories Ever. They are perfect for story time at home so come and get your very own copies from Blooming Club soon!

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Author: Richard Scarry
Publisher: Harper Collins
Date of Publication: Sep,2013
Price: HK$195.00
Newly unearthed! The first new Richard Scarry book for over 20 years features Lowly Worm and all your favourite Scarry characters! Drawn and written by Richard Scarry and comple............
 
Author: Richard Scarry
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Co. Inc.
Date of Publication: Sep,2008
Price: HK$75.00
All the students are ready to count to ten— and young readers will join in too! What a good time toddlers will have as they meet one piggy bagpiper, two friendly police officers ............
 
Author: Richard Scarry
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Co. Inc.
Date of Publication: Sep,2008
Price: HK$66.00
With art by Richard Scarry, you know this is going to be more than your average color concept book: it educates and entertains too! Bright and fun to look at, it offers plenty of a............
 
Author: Richard Scarry
Publisher: Sterling
Date of Publication: Mar,2013
Price: HK$75.00
Children will love these colourful cars, trucks and cycles, including a bananamobile and 'bugdozer'. It is suitable for children aged 3 to 5 years old. Beep, beep! Honk, honk! Busy............
 
Author: Richard Scarry
Publisher: Sterling
Date of Publication: Mar,2013
Price: HK$75.00
This title is suitable for children aged 3 to 5 years old. Welcome to Pig's house and to Richard Scarry's lively introduction to the things children find in their very own homes. E............
 
Author: Richard Scarry
Publisher: Harper Collins
Date of Publication: Mar,2011
Price: HK$105.00
Welcome to the busy world of Richard Scarry! New in picture book format, every page is packed with pictures and zany stories, with lots of details to spot. There are fifteen fab............
 
Author: Richard Scarry
Publisher: HarperCollins Children's Books
Date of Publication: Mar,2010
Price: HK$105.00
Now available for the first time in picture book format, Richard Scarry's classic title, What Do People Do All Day? Packed with pictures and things to spot on every page, this clas............
 
Author: Richard Scarry
Publisher: HarperCollins Children's Books
Date of Publication: Jul,2011
Price: HK$105.00
An amazing new Richard Scarry collection filled with hilarious stories about jet planes, rockets, spacecraft and other things that fly! It's the perfect partner to Cars and Trucks ............
 
Author: Richard Scarry
Publisher: HarperCollins Children's Books
Date of Publication: Jul,2010
Price: HK$105.00
Now in picturebook format! This is an amazing tour of everything that moves in the magical world of Richard Scarry. This children's classic is bursting with all kinds of fun vehicl............
 
Author: Richard Scarry
Publisher: Harper Collins
Date of Publication: Jan,2014
Price: HK$105.00
Make learning to count easy and fun with this busy busy book from Richard Scarry! Join Willy Bunny and count your way from 1 to 100 with wonderful illustrations along the way. W............
 
Author: Richard Scarry
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Date of Publication: Jan,2013
Price: HK$38.00
Early Bird looks and looks, but he can't seem to find a worm to play with. A jumping frog and a tiny field mouse try to help out, but there just aren't any worms to be found. Early............
 
Author: Richard Scarry
Publisher: Harper Collins
Date of Publication: Jan,2013
Price: HK$98.00
THE BEST FIRST BOOK EVER helps children to become familiar with over 700 words. Each large, colourful illustration is packed with everyday objects and details, all clearly labelled............
 
Author: Richard Scarry
Publisher: Harper Collins
Date of Publication: Jan,2011
Price: HK$105.00
A collection of Richard Scarry’s best loved stories, gathered together in the perfect bedtime storybook. Now in picture book format. Join Huck and Lowly on their adventures ar............
 
Author: Richard Scarry
Publisher: Harper Collins
Date of Publication: Aug,2013
Price: HK$105.00
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Richard Scarry’s Best Word Book Ever with this wonderful, fun picture book edition. Join Kathy Bear, Kenny Bear and their Busytown friends to............
 
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