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Silly Billy

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Silly Billy follows a young boy named Billy who is plagued by various worries, from everyday objects like hats and shoes to larger fears such as clouds and giant birds. Despite his parents' efforts to comfort him, his anxieties persist until a visit to his grandma introduces him to imaginative tools, including worry dolls, that help him conquer his fears.
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Ideal for children and parents alike, this book sensitively addresses childhood anxiety and offers gentle strategies for overcoming fears. Perfect for young readers learning to understand and manage their worries.

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An atmospheric exploration of childhood worries and how to overcome them, by the 2000 Hans Christian Andersen Medal Winner.

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An atmospheric exploration of childhood worries and how to overcome them, by the 2000 Hans Christian Andersen Medal Winner.

Silly Billy introduces us to Billy, a child who is a bit of a worrier. He frets about hats and shoes, clouds and rain, and even giant birds. Most of all, he worries about staying at other people's houses. Despite his mum and dad's attempts to help, Billy continues to worry.

Everything changes when he visits his grandma. She shows him how to overcome his fears using the power of his imagination and some tiny worry dolls. This heart-warming tale offers reassurance and creative solutions for dealing with childhood anxieties.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406305760

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 November 2007

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Anthony Browne

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 244.0mm

Height: 268.0mm

Weight: 210g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Anthony Browne is one of the most popular and stylistically distinctive children's book artists, with a number of outstanding titles to his credit, including Gorilla (9780744594393), My Dad and Into the Forest (9781844285594). In 2000, he won the prestigious Hans Christian Andersen Award (for Illustration) for his services to children's literature. He lives in Kent.

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