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Be Brave Little Penguin Board Book

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Be Brave Little Penguin Board Book by Giles Andreae is a heartwarming children’s story about a young penguin named Pip-Pip who is afraid of the water. Through gentle encouragement and a journey of self-discovery, Pip-Pip learns to overcome his fears and embrace the world around him. The book delivers a reassuring message about courage and confidence.
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This delightful children's board book follows a heartwarming journey of a timid little penguin learning to overcome fear with courage and determination. You might enjoy reading this charming story with its uplifting themes and colourful illustrations, especially if you're looking to encourage bravery and positivity in young readers.

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Be Brave Little Penguin Board Book

A feel-good, rhyming story about a little penguin who learns to overcome his fears, from the creators of international bestseller, Giraffes Can't Dance. Now available in board book - perfect for even the littlest readers!

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A feel-good rhyming story with a positive message about confidence and self-esteem, from the creators of the international bestseller, Giraffes Can't Dance. Now available in a board book - perfect for even the littlest readers!

Little Penguin Pip-Pip would love to join in with all his friends swimming in the sea, but there's just one problem... he's scared of water. Can Pip-Pip overcome his fears and finally take the plunge? This irresistible story shows that sometimes all it takes is a little bit of encouragement - and a whole lot of heart - to finally make that leap!

This touching tale will soon become a new family favourite.

'All toddlers should grow up reading this' - Daily Telegraph on Giraffes Can't Dance

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Be Brave Little Penguin is appreciated for its sweet story, which teaches young readers that fear is a normal emotion and can be overcome. The book, featuring catchy rhymes and an empowering conclusion, is considered a bedtime favourite, enhanced by a visually enticing cover.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408359495

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Board book

Date Published: 14 November 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orchard Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees
  • Illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 148.0mm

Height: 182.0mm

Weight: 338g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Giles Andreae (Author)

Giles Andreae is the author of many top-selling, award-winning picture books. These include Elephant Me, Rumble in the Jungle, Commotion in the Ocean and I Love My Mummy. However, it is for the international bestseller Giraffes Can't Dance that he is best known. Giles is also the creator of Purple Ronnie, Britain's favourite stickman, and of the artist/philosopher, Edward Monkton. These two ranges of greetings cards, books and merchandise have made Giles the country's top-selling living poet. Giles lives with his wife, Victoria, a children's clothes designer, and their four children by the river in Oxfordshire.

Guy Parker-Rees (Illustrator)

Guy Parker-Rees' exuberant and energetic illustrations have made him a household name and one of today's bestselling children's illustrators. Notable successes include picture book classic Giraffes Can't Dance, a worldwide bestseller; Spookyrumpus, winner of the Sheffield, Dundee and Portsmouth book awards, and most recently, Elephant Me. Guy lives in Brighton with his wife and three sons.

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