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Not A Box

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Not A Box by Antoinette Portis is a delightful children's book that ignites the imagination and creativity of young readers. It follows a simple concept, where a child plays with an ordinary cardboard box, transforming it into extraordinary adventures through imaginative play. The book celebrates the power of creativity and encourages children to see the limitless possibilities in common objects.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you appreciate stories that celebrate creativity and imagination. It's perfect for encouraging kids to see everyday objects in new and inventive ways, making it a fun read for children and adults who cherish the joys of imaginative play.

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Not A Box

A beautifully designed book, celebrating the power of the imagination to transform even the most ordinary of objects into something magical.

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A beautifully designed book, celebrating the power of the imagination to transform even the most ordinary of objects into something magical.

Not A Box is just a box… unless it's not a box. From mountain to rocket ship, a small rabbit shows that a box will go as far as the imagination allows.

Inspired by the memory of sitting in a box on her driveway with her brother, Antoinette Portis captures the thrill of when pretend feels so real that it actually becomes reality. Her simple, spare text and illustrations show that seeing truly depends on the ability to believe in the possibilities.

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A stylish celebration of a child's imagination, Antoinette Portis's book demonstrates the endless possibilities that emerge from a simple cardboard box. With charming illustrations reminiscent of Miffy's minimalist style, the book stars a cute bunny whose creativity transforms the box into various exciting adventures. This delightful tale is widely praised as a future classic for young readers, celebrating exploration and invention.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007254804

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 May 2008

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 2.0mm

Width: 230.0mm

Height: 230.0mm

Weight: 210g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Antoinette Portis is the author and illustrator of the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling NOT A BOX (NEW YORK TIMES Best Illustrated Book and 2007 Theodore Seuss Geisel Honor Book) and it’s equally strong follow-up, NOT A STICK. She attended the UCLA School of Fine Arts and is a former creative director at Disney. Antoinette lives in Southern California. This is her third picture book for children. You can visit her online at www.antoinetteportis.com.

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