A Sick Day for Amos McGee

Name: A Sick Day for Amos McGee
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781760527983
Price: 18.99 NZD
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By Philip C. Stead

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Summary

A Sick Day for Amos McGee by Philip C. Stead tells the heartwarming story of Amos McGee, a kind zookeeper who always takes time to care for his animal friends at the zoo. One day, when Amos falls ill and cannot attend work, the animals decide to return the favour and visit him to provide comfort and companionship. This gentle tale emphasizes the values of friendship and kindness.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this children's book if you appreciate heartwarming tales of friendship and kindness. It's a delightful story about how animals return the favour of care to a friend on his sick day, showcasing themes of empathy and reciprocity in a charming way.

A Sick Day for Amos McGee

Friends come in all shapes and sizes, and for Amos McGee, in all species too! A delightful story about friendship. Winner of the Caldecott Medal in 2011.

Description

Every day Amos McGee spends a little bit of time with each of his friends at the zoo, running races with the tortoise, keeping the shy penguin company, and even reading bedtime stories to the owl. But when Amos is too sick to make it to the zoo, his animal friends decide it's time they returned the favour.

A Sick Day for Amos McGee is a delightful picture book about true friendship.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

A Sick Day for Amos McGee is cherished for its gentle storytelling and beautiful illustrations. Reviewers often highlight the heartfelt theme of friendship and caring, as Amos's animal friends return his kindness. The book's illustrations, praised for their softness and detail, enhance the sweet and touching narrative, resonating well with both children and adults.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760527983

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 June 2018

Country: Australia

Imprint: A&U Children

Contributors:

Illustrated by Erin E. Stead
Illustrated by Erin E. Stead

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 235.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 146g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Philip C. Stead

About the Author

Philip and Erin Stead divide their time between New York City and Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Philip, also an artist, wrote and illustrated his first book for children, Creamed Tuna Fish and Peas on Toast, published by Roaring Brook Press.

Erin creates her illustrations by hand, using woodblock printing techniques and pencil. This is the first book she has illustrated.