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Frederick

A Lift-the-Flap Book
By Leo Lionni
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Frederick by Leo Lionni is a charming children's story about a group of field mice preparing for winter. While the other mice gather food, Frederick collects words and colours. When winter comes, the mice learn the value of both practical resources and the creative contributions Frederick has gathered, highlighting the importance of imagination and storytelling.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you appreciate stories that blend charm, creativity, and life lessons. It beautifully explores themes of individuality, the importance of imagination, and how each person can contribute in their own special way. With its captivating illustrations and heartwarming narrative, it's perfect for those who enjoy sharing reflective tales with young readers.

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"Frederick and his friends are getting ready for winter. What do they need? Lift the flaps to find out"--

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A new lift-the-flap board book inspired by Frederick, one of Leo Lionni's bestselling books!

Leo Lionni's Caldecott Honor-winning story about a little mouse who gathers something unusual for the long winter is celebrating its fiftieth birthday!

Winter is coming, and all the mice are gathering food . . . except for Frederick. But when the days grow short and the snow begins to fall, it's Frederick's stories that warm the hearts and spirits of his fellow field mice. Winner of a 1967 Caldecott Honor, Frederick has been cherished by generations of readers.

"A splendid achievement." - School Library Journal, starred review

"In Frederick, a mouse who is a poet from the tip of his nose to the end of his tail demonstrates that a seemingly purposeless life is indeed far from that—and that we need not live by bread alone!" - Eric Carle

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Frederick by Leo Lionni is hailed as a remarkable achievement that vividly illustrates the importance of creativity and art. The story of a poet mouse, Frederick, highlights how these qualities are essential for nurturing the spirit during challenging times, demonstrating profound life lessons beyond mere survival. The book's charming narrative and the warmth of Frederick's words have been well received, emphasizing the power of storytelling and poetry.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780593382141

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Board book

Date Published: 10 May 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Random House Books for Young Readers

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 171.0mm

Height: 171.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 22

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About the Author

Leo Lionni wrote and illustrated more than forty picture books, including four Caldecott Honor books-Inch by Inch, Swimmy, Frederick, and Alexander and the Wind-Up Mouse. He died in 1999 at the age of 89.

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