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Charlie and Lola: One Thing Board Book

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Charlie and Lola: One Thing Board Book by Lauren Child, fitting within the Children's Books category, features an engaging storyline about siblings Charlie and Lola. They embark on a humorous and whimsical adventure that teaches counting and numerical concepts in everyday situations, making mundane tasks exciting through Lola's vibrant imagination.
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This delightful board book is perfect for young children who enjoy quirky characters and playful storytelling. It explores themes of counting and sharing through the charming dynamic between siblings, all brought to life with vibrant illustrations. If you're looking for a fun and educational read for little ones, this book is sure to engage them.

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A fantastically funny Charlie and Lola picture book all about counting and sums, from Children's Laureate Lauren Child. Now in a brilliant board book!

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A classic Charlie and Lola picture book all about counting and sums, from Children's Laureate Lauren Child. Now in a brilliant board book!

Perfectly funny and perfectly formed, this hilarious picture book sees top negotiator Lola take on numbers in everyday life and bend them to her endearing and unique will.

I have this little sister Lola. She is small and very funny.

Sometimes for a treat, Mum says, "We are going to the shops and you may choose one thing."

"One thing to share?" says Lola.

I say, "One thing for you and one thing for me, which means two actual things."

'Numeracy at its most joyful and positive ... a brilliant way to get young minds excited about maths' Teach Early Years

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Charlie and Lola: One Thing Board Book continues to delight readers with its charming sibling duo, offering a fresh and funny take on everyday adventures. Lauren Child's distinctive illustrations and perfectly pitched child voices capture the imaginations of young children, turning even this maths-hating writer into a numbers fan. Reviewers praise Child's unique talent, describing her work as exhilarating and recognising her as a star in children's literature.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408339022

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Board book

Date Published: 09 August 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orchard Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 190.0mm

Weight: 434g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Lauren Child MBE is a multi-award-winning author and Waterstones 2017-2019 Children's Laureate, whose books are known and loved the world over. She is the creator of many much-loved characters, including Charlie and Lola, Clarice Bean and Ruby Redfort. Since her first book was published in 1999, Lauren has sold over six million books in 19 languages worldwide. Her many awards include the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal for I Will Not Ever Never Eat a Tomato, the Nestle Gold Book Award for That Pesky Rat and the Nestle Bronze Book Award for Beware of the Storybook Wolves. Lauren is a UNESCO Artist for Peace and a Trustee of the House of Illustration, and has an MBE for services to literature. She loves designing and making things and finds it exciting to see her drawings turned into objects. Other favourite things include the cinema, TV matinees, small Italian cars, handbags, cardigans, travelling and being picked up from the airport.

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