This Is a Ball (Books That Drive Kids Crazy!, #1)

Name: This Is a Ball (Books That Drive Kids Crazy!, #1)
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SKU: 9780733334368
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By Matt Stanton and Beck Stanton

Series: Books That Drive Kids Crazy

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This Is a Ball by Matt Stanton and Beck Stanton is a playful children's book designed to delight and entertain young readers by turning common-sense concepts on their head. The authors present absurd and humorous contradictions, encouraging kids to question what they see and hear. This interactive and engaging format is meant to drive children a delightful kind of silly, as they insistently point out the truth.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you're looking for a fun and interactive read that challenges young children's perceptions and understanding of the world with its playful text and engaging illustrations. It's perfect for sparking imaginative discussions with kids and encouraging them to think critically about what they see and hear.

This Is a Ball (Books That Drive Kids Crazy!, #1)

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'The kids are having a ball (whoops, having fun) and a discussion is born' — 4 stars, Good Reading

For the Grown-Ups:
You know how you're right all the time? All. The. Time.
Yes, well, it's time to give the kids a turn.
Which is why everything you read in this book is going to be wrong.
But that's ok, because the kids are going to correct you.
And they're going to love it!

For the giggling masses who love Herve Tullet's modern classic PRESS HERE and BJ Novak's #1 NYT bestseller THE BOOK WITH NO PICTURES comes this brilliant Australian book that will frustrate ... and delight!

PRAISE FOR THE BOOKS THAT DRIVE KIDS CRAZY SERIES

'Funny, clever, deliciously dry ... this book encourages kids to think outside the square, and hopefully, somewhere deep in that unlimited subconscious, understand that what we see is all about perception. What a powerful thought' -- Kids' Book Review

'Witty, silly, and interactive ... A rollicking read for children and adults alike' -- Kirkus Reviews

Series: Books That Drive Kids Crazy

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By Matt Stanton and Beck Stanton

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

This Is a Ball by Matt Stanton and Beck Stanton is praised for its ability to engage children through its clever and amusing storytelling approach. The book's interactive style prompts young readers to question the narrative, creating an enjoyable and dynamic reading experience. Parents and educators appreciate how it fosters critical thinking and encourages dialogue, making it a popular choice for storytime.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780733334368

Publisher: ABC Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 January 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: ABC Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 3.0mm

Width: 192.0mm

Height: 264.0mm

Weight: 128g

Pages: 32

Collections

Beck Stanton Children's Books Children's Early Years Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Drawing, Colouring and Painting Books for Kids Matt Stanton New Zealand and Australia Published Series: Books That Drive Kids Crazy

About the Author

Matt Stanton is a bestselling children's author and illustrator who has sold more than one million books in Australia. His middle-grade series Funny Kid debuted as the #1 Australian kids' book and has fans all around the world. He has twenty picture books to his name, including the award-winning Books That Drive Kids Crazy! and Fart Monster series, and is the creator of the immensely popular graphic novel series, The Odds, and the Bored novels. Fluff is his latest series. Matt lives on the south coast of New South Wales with his wife, bestselling author Beck Stanton, their four children and a giant dog. mattstanton.net Beck Stanton is the acclaimed co-creator of the bestselling picture books This Is a Ball, Did You Take the B from My _ook?, The Red Book, Wait! and The Book That Never Ends. Before her career in children's books, Beck worked as a primary school teacher. She lives in Sydney with her husband, bestselling author-illustrator Matt Stanton, and their three young children. beckstanton.com