{"title":"David Ezra Stein","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the delightful world of \u003cem\u003eDavid Ezra Stein\u003c\/em\u003e, a critically acclaimed author and illustrator known for his engaging and whimsical children's books. Dive into the charming adventures of Stein's beloved character, the Interrupting Chicken, who captivates young readers with her inquisitive nature and humorous escapades. This collection is perfect for storytime, sparking laughter and imagination in children everywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his popular works, you'll find the delightful \"Interrupting Chicken,\" where young readers meet a little red chicken with a habit of interrupting her papa's bedtime stories. The fun continues in \"Interrupting Chicken: Cookies for Breakfast,\" as our feathered friend dreams of delicious morning treats. In \"Interrupting Chicken Saves the Nutcracker,\" the little chicken embarks on a festive adventure, adding her own comical twist to a classic tale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDavid Ezra Stein's books not only entertain but also encourage creativity and interactive storytelling, making them a cherished addition to any child's book collection. Explore these enchanting tales and discover why David Ezra Stein has become a favourite among children and parents alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"interrupting-chicken-by-david-ezra-stein-9781406340310","title":"Interrupting Chicken","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA favourite joke inspires this charming tale, in which a little chicken’s habit of interrupting bedtime stories is gleefully turned on its head.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s time for the little red chicken’s bedtime story – and a reminder from Papa to \u003cem\u003etry\u003c\/em\u003e not to interrupt. But the chicken can’t help herself! Whether the tale is \u003cem\u003eHansel and Gretel\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eLittle Red Riding Hood\u003c\/em\u003e or even \u003cem\u003eChicken Little\u003c\/em\u003e, she jumps into the story to save its hapless characters from doing some dangerous or silly thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow it’s the little red chicken’s turn to tell a story, but will her yawning papa make it to the end without his own kind of interrupting? Energetically illustrated with glowing colours – and offering humorous story-within-a-story views – this all-too-familiar tale is sure to amuse (and hold the attention of) the most spirited little chicks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46501398479084,"sku":"9781406340310","price":18.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19599583482688.jpg?v=1748596190"},{"product_id":"interrupting-chicken-cookies-for-breakfast-by-david-ezra-stein-9781536220315","title":"Interrupting Chicken: Cookies for Breakfast","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e“Stein doesn’t miss a beat. . . .This essential addition is a snug and hilarious version of quality time and the worthiness of a good argument.” —\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e (starred review)\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s bright and early on a Saturday morning, and the little red chicken wants cookies for breakfast. What better way to persuade Papa than by jarring him awake and gleefully interjecting cookies—and herself!—into every nursery rhyme they read together?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe heartily endorses the little red chicken’s plan, but Papa has his own idea for a sweet breakfast for his determined daughter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing the same riotous charm and bright, bold art as the Caldecott Honor Book \u003ci\u003eInterrupting Chicken\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eInterrupting Chicken and the Elephant of Surprise\u003c\/i\u003e, David Ezra Stein’s third installment will have any fan with a sweet tooth and a love of meta rhyme clamoring to find out if the early bird will get the cookie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Walker Books Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46549231993068,"sku":"9781536220315","price":18.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26453293482734.jpg?v=1749891872"},{"product_id":"interrupting-chicken-saves-the-nutcracker-by-david-ezra-stein-9781536207798","title":"Interrupting Chicken Saves the Nutcracker","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e“Stein’s metafictive narrative is sidesplittingly funny, capturing with aplomb young children’s endearingly exasperating tendency to speak up when it’s least convenient.” —\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e (starred review)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt her first ballet ever, can an excitable little Chicken resist helping the story along? Fans will cheer as their favourite interrupter puts her spin on a beloved holiday classic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Hi, Clara! Like my tutu?”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Ahem,” said the narrator.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Chicken!” said Papa. “You can’t go onstage!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s winter vacation for the little red chicken and, with promises of best behaviour, she’s on her way to see \u003ci\u003eThe Nutcracker\u003c\/i\u003e with Papa. She can’t wait! In fact, she’s so excited that Papa is worried she might get a little carried away...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTake your seats and get ready to giggle as a certain irrepressible audience member dances onstage at key moments, determined to save the nutcracker from that bully Fritz and the sword-wielding Mouse King. But what happens when a revered classic has its storyline turned on its head?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this special holiday tale for loyal followers and new fans alike, David Ezra Stein moves the meta from page to stage as Chicken gleefully breaks the fourth wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Walker Books Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46995569049836,"sku":"9781536207798","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26328123482734.jpg?v=1763115764"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/david-ezra-stein.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}