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See moreThe beloved author and artist presents his take on a traditional "Jack tale" in which young Jack ventures out into the world to seek his fortune. This version is ideal for preschoolers, as Jack's reward is a wealth of animal friends, who increase in number as the story progresses. Full color.
When Jack set out to see the world and find a place of his own, he's surprised to attract a following of enthusiastic animal friends eager to join him on his quest.
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Tomie dePaola's colourful tale of a boy's quest to find a new home features a menagerie of animal friends and sounds, sure to delight young readers.
Beloved author-illustrator Tomie dePaola's take on traditional Jack tales—in which a young hero ventures out to seek his fortune and gains it through luck or pluck—is perfect for preschoolers. His hero's reward is a wealth of animal friends who increase in number—and volume—as the story progresses.
When Jack sets out to see the world and find a place of his own, he's surprised to attract a following of enthusiastic animal friends eager to join him on his quest. Jack and his entourage all have high hopes that they will find just what they are looking for as they travel on their merry way.
Children will delight in the cumulative chorus of animal sounds as the pages get more and more crowded with the residents of this delightful kingdom.
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Jack by Tomie dePaola is praised for its charming storytelling and vibrant illustrations, resonating well with preschoolers who enjoy its engaging narrative and lively sound effects. The book cleverly incorporates familiar nursery-rhyme characters, adding a layer of nostalgia and amusement for both children and adults. DePaola's unique style, featuring colourful and textured visuals, creates an appealing atmosphere that enhances the story's engaging and cheerful nature.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780399161544
Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 16 September 2014
Country: United States
Imprint: Penguin USA
Illustration: FULL-COLOR ILLUSTRATIONS
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Tomie dePaola
- Illustrated by Tomie dePaola
- Illustrated by Tomie dePaola
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 10.0mm
Width: 264.0mm
Height: 260.0mm
Weight: 539g
Pages: 40
About the Author
Tomie dePaola (www.tomie.com) is the acclaimed author and/or illustrator of more than 200 books for children. He has received the Children's Literature Legacy Award, a Newbery Honor for 26 Fairmount Avenue and a Caldecott Honor for Strega Nona. He was awarded the Smithson Medal, the Regina Medal, was designated a "living treasure" by the state of New Hampshire, and received the 2012 Original Art Lifetime Achievement Award given by the Society of Illustrators. He lives in New London, New Hampshire.
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