Kind Crocodile

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Beschreibung

<p><strong>A kind crocodile leaves his pond to see the world, in this fresh and playful new board book from <em>New York Times </em>Illustrated Book Award winning author Leo Timmers.</strong></p><p>Animals are in danger--help, kind crocodile! Here comes a terrified mouse, a frightened hog, an antelope. One by one they find shelter on Crocodile's long back, while his big teeth scare their enemies away. GRRR!</p><p>In a fun game of chase, the kind crocodile gives shelter to one animal after another on his long green back, scaring away their pursuers--until the load becomes too heavy and the crocodile doesn't feel so kind anymore, and turns on his friends. GRRRR!</p><p>But not for long: "Just kidding!" says Crocodile.</p><p>"Not kind!" say the friends.</p><p>This funny board book from Leo Timmers features his trademark detailed illustrations full of expression and a satisfying twist ending--will Crocodile gobble up his friends? Of course not, the kind crocodile is just pretending.<br><br><em>Kind Crocodile </em>is a board book to enjoy again and again, with a lively game of chase and a message about teamwork at its heart. A larger format sturdy board book perfect for reading with toddlers and preschoolers who can join in with the fun repetition.</p><p>Leo Timmers was born in Belgium and has a large following as one of Belgium's pre-eminent picture book artists.</p><p>Translated from the Dutch edition by Bill Nagelkerke.</p><p><strong>Praise for <em>Kind Crocodile<br></em></strong>"The humorously expressive illustrations are appealing, as are the prominent appearances of onomatopoeic animal howls incorporated at strategic points throughout."--<em>Kirkus Reviews</em></p><p>"A diverting reminder that kindness comes in all shapes and sizes--and sometimes requires community."--<em>Publishers Weekly</em></p><p>"Humorous, expressive illustrations."--<em>Bank Street Best Books of 2023</em></p><p><strong>Praise for Leo Timmers</strong> <br> <em>Elephant Island "</em>Yet another

Artikeldetails

EAN

9781776574704

Sprache

Englisch

Einband / Art

Buch

Maße

254 x 190 x 16 mm

Erscheinungsjahr

2023

Verlag / Hersteller

Gecko Press