The Penguin Who Was Cold

Name: The Penguin Who Was Cold
Brand: Simon & Schuster NZ
SKU: 9781735311517
Price: 37.99 NZD
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By Philip Giordano

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Summary

The Penguin Who Was Cold tells the story of Milo, a young penguin who feels different because he is afraid to dive into the icy Antarctic waters like the others. When a whale offers a journey to the warm South Seas, Milo embarks on a transformative adventure filled with colourful sights and welcoming friends, exploring themes of identity, inclusion, and self-acceptance.
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Ideal for young children aged 0 - 6 years, especially those discovering themes of friendship, difference, and inner strength.

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Andersen Prize Winner, Best Book 0 - 6 Years

Selection Bologna Children's Book Fair Illustrator’s Exhibition

"Stunning geometric illustrations and a poignant story about identity and inclusion make this Andersen Prize winner a standout" —The New York Times

"From the multicolored splendour of the island to the black and white of the Antarctic to the brilliant blue of the sea, the storyline and the accompanying images are suffused with comfort." —Kirkus Reviews

A poignant and non-didactic exploration of difference, self-acceptance, the power of friendship, and inner strength.

The Penguin Who Was Cold is an endearing tale of a young penguin named Milo who does not want to dive into the icy water of the pack ice to catch fish. Unlike his comrades, he stays put, standing alone at the edge of the ice and contemplating the cold sea. When a whale appears and offers to take him on a trip, Milo readily accepts. It is the beginning of a fabulous journey.

In the faraway South Seas, Milo is amazed by the colours, the warmth of the water and the air, and most of all the friendly welcome he receives from the tropical animals who accept him for who he is and then give a precious and symbolic gift.

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Andersen Prize Winner praised for its stunning geometric illustrations and poignant message. The New York Times calls it a standout book on identity and inclusion, while Kirkus Reviews highlights the comfort provided by its vibrant visuals and heartfelt story.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781735311517

Publisher: TRA Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 November 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: TRA Publishing

Illustration: 40 Illustrations

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 225.0mm

Height: 310.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 40

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Philip Giordano

About the Author

Philip Giordano was born in 1980 in Savona, Italy. After studying art in Milan and Turin, he began working as an illustrator for children’s books and magazines, cartoons, and toy design. He spent six years in Tokyo, partly because of his Asian origins, but also because he has always loved the Japanese culture, particularly the Studio Ghibli animations. Giordano’s picture books have been translated into several languages. He has won multiple awards, including the International Award for Illustration at the Bologna Book Fair in 2010, the 2017 Andersen Prize for the best book for 0–6 year-olds, and Taiwan’s best young readers’ book of the year in 2021.

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