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Pokko and the Drum

By Matthew Forsythe
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Pokko and the Drum by Matthew Forsythe is a delightful children's book about a little frog named Pokko who receives a drum as a gift from her parents. When she ventures into the forest playing her drum, she attracts a growing band of followers, turning her solitary journey into an unexpected adventure of music and companionship. The story charmingly explores themes of initiative, leadership, and the joy of discovery.
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This charming children's story invites readers to join a little frog on a whimsical adventure with her drum, leading to delightful surprises and important life lessons. You might enjoy this book if you appreciate stunning illustrations, gentle humour, and a narrative that celebrates creativity, individuality, and the joy of music.

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Pokko and the Drum

From E.B. White Read Aloud honour artist Matthew Forsythe comes a picture book about a magical drum, an emerald forest, and the little frog who dares to make her own music.

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Four starred reviews!

A Today Show Best Book of the Year

An NPR Favourite Book of 2019

A New York Magazine Best Book to Gift Little Kids 2024

From E.B. White Read Aloud honour artist Matthew Forsythe comes an “extraordinary” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) picture book about a magical drum, an emerald forest, and the little frog who dares to make her own music.

The biggest mistake Pokko’s parents ever made was giving her the drum. When Pokko takes the drum deep into the forest it is so quiet, so very quiet that Pokko decides to play. And before she knows it, she is joined by a band of animals—first the raccoon, then the rabbit, then the wolf—and soon the entire forest is following her. Will Pokko hear her father’s voice when he calls her home?

Pokko and the Drum is a story about art, persistence, and a family of frogs living in a mushroom.

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Matthew Forsythe's Pokko and the Drum has received praise for its whimsical and humorous storytelling, reflecting on themes of individuality and community. The story of a frog named Pokko, whose simple act of playing a drum sparks a musical parade, is lauded for its engaging plot and lush illustrations. Critics highlight Forsythe's ability to blend playful writing with enchanting artwork, resulting in a tale that delights both children and adults. Reviews commend the book's ability to convey inspirational messages about self-expression and leadership.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781481480390

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 October 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Paula Wiseman Books

Illustration: f-c digital special uncoated (jkt: no spfx); back of case has diff. art

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Matthew Forsythe

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 587g

Pages: 64

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Matthew Forsythe

About the Author

Matthew Forsythe is the author-illustrator of Pokko and the Drum, a Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year, a recipient of the Boston Globe–Horn Book Award Honor, and a Charlotte Zolotow Honor Book. He is also an illustrator for animated films and television. His credits include Adventure Time, The Midnight Gospel, and Robin Robin, a stop-motion animated musical from Aardman Animations and Netflix. He lives in Los Angeles. Visit him at ComingUpforAir.net.

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