{"title":"Kiki Frayard","description":"\u003cp\u003eKiki Frayard captures the wonder and challenges of childhood with warmth and sensitivity. Her stories, such as \u003cem\u003eLila Said No\u003c\/em\u003e, invite young readers to explore themes of friendship, self-expression, and resilience through engaging characters and heartfelt narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for children and their families, Frayard’s books blend playful language with meaningful messages, encouraging empathy and imagination. Her work offers a charming gateway into the joys and trials of growing up.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lila-said-no-by-kiki-frayard-9798989403431","title":"Lila Said No","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Quirky and entertaining, with a kid- and parent-savvy message.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Kirkus Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA sharp-witted story about the antics of a charmingly defiant four-year-old girl simply delighted to test the will and patience of her well-meaning parents.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLila regularly says \"no\" to her parents' daily requests like getting dressed for school and taking a bath. Somehow the tail has begun to wag the dog and her parents don't know what to do. Lila refuses to do anything unless she is rewarded with a treat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book tackles this ever-so-common aspect of the parent-child relationship with both humour and authenticity as parents with the best of intentions who do in fact know better, willingly walk into a trap set up by their own child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e(Oh dear! Lila will be late for school!)\u003cbr\u003e\nSo her mother says, if you get dressed for school, I'll give you a treat.\u003cbr\u003e\nWonder of wonders...\u003cbr\u003e\nLila got dressed right away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen a strong, wilful child finds success, she can wield her newfound power with unflinching resolve. But, as parents know all too well, sometimes big problems require simple solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLila Said No\u003c\/em\u003e is one of those rare books that hits just the right note. With its powerfully snappy and repetitive dialogue, colloquial phrases, and spectacular comedic timing, \u003cem\u003eLila Said No\u003c\/em\u003e is an immensely gratifying read. While parents will empathise, children will be amused at Lila's silly and audacious antics—ones they know she shouldn't get away with, but nonetheless love to see her try.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLila's spunk and spirit shine in the pitch-perfect illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47536754360556,"sku":"9798989403431","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/eb879588b92f788fe5269c4f34c85dd7.jpg?v=1776904629"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/kiki-frayard.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}