Scuffy the Tugboat

Name: Scuffy the Tugboat
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780307020468
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By Gertrude Crampton

Series: Little Golden Book

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Summary

Scuffy the Tugboat tells the story of a little red tugboat who yearns for greater adventures beyond the confines of the bathtub where he was initially placed to float. Eager to explore the wide world, Scuffy finds himself in a fast-moving stream and learns about the vastness of the world and the meaning of home. Along his journey, he encounters various scenes and scenarios, ultimately discovering the joys and comforts of finding his place.
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This delightful children's book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartwarming stories about adventure and self-discovery. Follow the little red tugboat on a journey from a small bathtub to the wide world beyond, capturing the imagination of young readers and imparting lessons on courage and finding one's place. Perfect for bedtime reading, this book is a timeless classic that has charmed generations.

Scuffy the Tugboat

Scuffy the Tugboat sets off to explore the world, but soon learns that he is happiest sailing in his bathtub.

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One of the most beloved children's stories ever—the classic Little Golden Book tale of Scuffy the Tugboat, an adventurous little tugboat.

Meant for "bigger things," Scuffy the Tugboat leaves the man with the polka-dot tie and his little boy and sets off to explore the world. But on his daring adventure down the river, Scuffy realises that home is where he'd rather be, sailing in his bathtub.

Generations of parents and children have cherished this classic Little Golden Book, originally published in 1946.

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Scuffy the Tugboat by Gertrude Crampton has received enduring praise for its charming narrative and vibrant illustrations. Many reviews highlight how it effectively engages young readers with its adventurous story and teaches a gentle lesson about belonging. Parents and children often appreciate its timeless appeal, making it a beloved classic in children's literature.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780307020468

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 31 January 2001

Country: United States

Imprint: Golden Books Publishing Company, Inc.

Illustration: FULL COLOR

Contributors:

Illustrated by Tibor Gergely
Illustrated by Tibor Gergely

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 205.0mm

Weight: 109g

Pages: 24

Collections

Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Gertrude Crampton Penguin Books Series: Little Golden Book

About the Author

GERTRUDE CRAMPTON(1909-1996)wrote the beloved classic Little Golden BooksTootle(published in 1945) andScuffy the Tugboat(published in 1946), both of which havenever been out of print. Crampton was born in New York in 1909, and studied at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. She died in 1996. TIBOR GERGELY (1900-1978) brought to life two of the most popular Little Golden Book characters, beloved by generations- Scuffy the Tugboat and Tootle. Born in Budapest, Hungary, he received his formal art schooling in Vienna at age 20. Gergely designed stage sets and marionettes and worked as an illustrator and cartoonist for central European newspapers. In 1939, Gergely immigrated to the United States, settling in New York. His long association with Golden Books began in 1942-the year of its launch-and continued as long as he lived. In 1955, Gergely received a Caldecott Honor for Wheel on the Chimney, written by Margaret Wise Brown, author of Goodnight Moon. He illustrated more than seventy Golden Books, including The Great Big Fire Engine Book, The Taxi That Hurried, Daddies, The Merry Shipwreck, Seven Little Postmen, The Happy Man and His Dump Truck, Animal Orchestra, and Animal Gym.