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The Watermelon Seed
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With perfect comic pacing, Pizzoli introduces a funny crocodile who has one big fear: swallowing a watermelon seed. What will he do when his greatest fear is realized? With bold color and beautiful sense of design, Pizzoli's picture book debut takes this familiar childhood worry and gives presents a true gem. Full color.
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With perfect comic pacing, Greg Pizzoli introduces us to one funny crocodile who has one big fear: swallowing a watermelon seed. What will he do when his greatest fear is realized Will vines sprout out his ears Will his skin turn pink This crocodile has a wild imagination that kids will love.With bold color and beautiful sense of design, Greg Pizzoli's picture book debut takes this familiar childhood worry and gives us a true gem in the vein of I Want My Hat Back and Not a Box.
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Greg Pizzoli's The Watermelon Seed is praised for its vibrant design and humorous approach, appealing to children's imagination and anxieties. Critics commend the book's lively illustrations reminiscent of classic styles, as well as its broad humour and engaging story, making it a delightful and popular choice for young readers.
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ISBN: 9781423171010
Publisher: Disney Publishing Worldwide
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 14 May 2013
Country: United States
Imprint: Disney Publishing Worldwide
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Greg Pizzoli
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 12.0mm
Width: 210.0mm
Height: 260.0mm
Weight: 340g
Pages: 40
About the Author
Greg Pizzoli is an author, illustrator and screen printer. When not chomping down on watermelon, he can be found in his studio or teaching at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, where he also received his MFA. This is his first book. Visit him at www.gregpizzoli.com.
Awards2011 52nd Communication Arts Illustration Annual : Self Promotion Category2011 Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators Illustrator Showcase Honor AwardAlso by Greg Pizzoli
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