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I thought I saw an... elephant!

By Ruth Symons
Series: I thought I saw a...
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I Thought I Saw an... Elephant! by Ruth Symons is a delightful children's book that invites little readers to immerse themselves in a playful and interactive quest. The story centres around the whimsical challenge of spotting a cleverly concealed elephant within the vibrant and colourful pages, engaging young imaginations with peek-through holes and surprises. It's a charming and fun-filled journey sure to enchant small detective minds.
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This delightful children's book may appeal to you if you enjoy fun and interactive stories with flaps to lift and discover playful surprises. The cleverly designed illustrations make for an engaging experience as little ones search for hidden animals, fostering curiosity and a love for exploration.

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Illustrated by Google doodler Lydia Nichols, this stylishly silly slider book is sure to give little ones a giggle.

Illustrated by Google doodler Lydia Nichols, this stylishly silly slider book is sure to give little ones a giggle.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

This silly but stylish slider book is sure to give little ones a giggle. They'll love joining in with a game of hide-and-seek as they move the sliders to reveal the elephant hiding in every scene. Is it behind the tree? Or on the slide? Just push the slider to find out!

With beautiful artwork from Google Doodler Lydia Nichols, all the family will enjoy reading and playing with this fresh new novelty series.

I thought I saw an... elephant! is perfect for sparking imagination and engaging young readers with its interactive design and charming illustrations.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781783707119

Publisher: Templar Books

Format: Board book

Date Published: 14 June 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Templar Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Lydia Nichols

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 166.0mm

Height: 166.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 10

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Activity Books and Kits Children's Board Books Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Drawing, Colouring and Painting Books for Kids Ruth Symons Series: I thought I saw a...

About the Author

Lydia Nichols is an illustrator and designer. By day she doodles for Google and by night she draws anthropomorphic objects and animals. Most people describe her work as charming and whimsical. They describe her as redheaded.

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