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I Will Surprise My Friend!

By Mo Willems
Series: Elephant and Piggie
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In I Will Surprise My Friend! Gerald and Piggie set out to surprise each other, but their plans don't go as expected. The story is a delightful exploration of friendship, excitement, and the humorous unpredictability of surprises. Young readers will love the playful dynamic between the two characters.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you love charming stories about friendship and playful surprises. The expressive illustrations and simple text make it perfect for young readers who appreciate humour and the joy of shared experiences.

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One of a series of delightfully humorous award-winning tales for beginner readers from an internationally acclaimed author-illustrator.

Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Gerald and Piggie are best friends.

In I Will Surprise My Friend!, Gerald and Piggie want to play a game and surprise each other, but the best surprise is the one they least expect.

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The reviews highlight Mo Willems as a standout talent in children's literature of the '00s, with a creative and engaging style that captivates young readers. His work is well-regarded for its ability to entertain and delight children, making it a popular choice among parents and educators.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406338461

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 May 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 230.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 64

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About the Author

Mo Willems is the author of the Caldecott Honor winning books Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!, Knuffle Bunny and Knuffle Bunny Too. An acclaimed animator and television script-writer, he has won six Emmy awards for his writing on Sesame Street, and is also the creator of Sheep in the Big City. Mo lives with his family in Massachusetts.

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