Brenda Is a Sheep

Name: Brenda Is a Sheep
Brand: Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd
SKU: 9781509842971
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A funny story about the power of friendship

By Morag Hood

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Summary

Brenda Is a Sheep is a heart-warming and mischievous tale by Morag Hood about Brenda, a sheep who is quite different from her fluffy friends. With sharp pointy teeth and cool grey fur, Brenda is much snazzier than the rest, but she doesn’t much like grass. As her hunger grows, she starts plotting an unusual feast, leading to a humorous twist on the classic wolf-in-sheep's-clothing story that explores acceptance and friendship within the flock.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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A hilarious picture book subversion of the idea of a wolf in sheep's clothing.

A hilarious picture book subversion of the idea of a wolf in sheep's clothing.

Description

Brenda Is a Sheep is a massively mischievous and heart-warming story about being accepted, from Morag Hood, the creator of The Steves, I Am Bat, Aalfred and Aalbert, and author of Sophie Johnson: Unicorn Expert.

Brenda says she is a sheep, but why does she look so different from her fluffy friends?

All the sheep adore Brenda. With her sharp pointy teeth and cool grey fur, she's the snazziest sheep around. But Brenda is also very hungry and doesn't much like the taste of grass... she soon begins plotting the most delicious feast of all. But will the sheep notice that Brenda isn't quite the same as them?

A hilarious twist on the classic wolf-in-sheep's-clothing fable.

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?

Critics praise Morag Hood's Brenda Is a Sheep for its clever, suspenseful narrative and bold four-colour illustrations. The Guardian calls it a "delightfully deadpan" fable about a wolf disguised among sheep, while BookTrust highlights its perfect blend of humour and striking artwork suited for 3- and 4-year-olds. Books With Baby recommends it for bedtime, noting its ability to bring smiles through wacky and giggly storytelling.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781509842971

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 July 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Two Hoots

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 250.0mm

Height: 249.0mm

Weight: 181g

Pages: 32

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Morag Hood

About the Author

Morag Hood has a unique voice. Her idiosyncratic, wry humour permeates everything she does, creating books of style and irresistible charm. Colin and Lee, Carrot and Pea was a runner-up in The Macmillan Prize for Illustration, marking a glorious picture book debut. Following a degree in Costume Design from Wimbledon College of Art, and an MA in Children's Book Illustration from the Cambridge School of Art, Morag returned to live in her native Edinburgh with her husband. Her self-authored books include Colin and Lee, Carrot and Pea, When Grandad was a Penguin, I Am Bat, The Steves and Aalfred and Aalbert, and she is also the author of Sophie Johnson: Unicorn Expert, illustrated by Ella Okstad. The pet duck is yet to make an appearance.

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