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The Runaway Pea

By Kjartan Poskitt
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The Runaway Pea by Kjartan Poskitt is a delightful children's tale about a lively pea that escapes from a dinner plate, embarking on an adventurous journey around the kitchen. As it rolls and bounces along, the pea encounters various obstacles and curious situations, all while maintaining a playful and energetic spirit that will enchant young readers.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this delightful story if you're looking for a playful and adventurous tale that children will love. This charming book features a cheeky little character who goes on a mischievous journey around the kitchen, offering plenty of laughs and a fun storyline that encourages imagination and curiosity. It's perfect for young readers and those who enjoy light-hearted, entertaining reads.

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The Runaway Pea

Meet the small pea with big dreams!

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

It's time for tea, but one pesky pea has decided to ping himself off the plate in search of a party!

The rogue pea shoots, flings and bounces across the kitchen as he embarks on his perilous adventure—but will he find the fun he is looking for, or is the kitchen a scarier place than he thought?

This quirky caper from debut duo Kjartan Poskitt and Alex Willmore will show you just what can happen when you take your eye off your dinner for a second!

Keep your eyes PEAled for more brilliant Pea books—The Runaway Pea: Left Behind and The Runaway Pea: Washed Away!

PRAISE FOR The Runaway Pea:

‘A runaway success’ – Philip Ardagh

'Kids will enjoy . . . Poskitt’s lively rhyming verse as the pea plops, splashes, bangs and twangs his way across the kitchen' – The Observer

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The Runaway Pea is praised for its lively and engaging storyline that captures children's imaginations. The illustrations are often highlighted for their vibrant and humorous quality, which complements the playful narrative. Parents appreciate its appeal to young readers, noting that it combines fun with a touch of chaos, making it an entertaining read for both children and adults.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781471175251

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 July 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Childrens Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Alex Willmore
  • Illustrated by Alex Willmore

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 260.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

Collections

Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Kjartan Poskitt

About the Author

Kjartan Poskitt’s books have been translated into thirty languages and include the Murderous Maths series, as well as books on space, puzzles, and magic. He has also written funny children’s fiction including Urgum the Axeman, Borgon the Axeboy and the Whispering Temple, the award-winning Agatha Parrot series, and The Runaway Pea. Alex Willmore is an illustrator/designer whose passion lies in character design. Born in Northampton, England, Alex has been drawing characters since the moment he first picked up a pencil. A love of animals and picture books have inspired him and led to a career in illustration. Alex has been twice nominated for the Sheffield Children’s Book Award, was long-listed for the Kate Greenaway Medal 2020, and is currently nominated for The Federation of Children’s Book Groups Children’s Book Award 2020.

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