The Lion and the Mouse

Name: The Lion and the Mouse
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SKU: 9781406332049
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By Jerry Pinkney

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The Lion and the Mouse by Jerry Pinkney is a beautifully illustrated retelling of Aesop's classic fable. It follows the unlikely friendship between a mighty lion and a small, clever mouse, highlighting themes of kindness, reciprocity, and the surprising ways even the smallest creatures can make a big impact. The illustrations capture the African savanna setting and deliver the story's message through vivid, expressive artwork.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you appreciate beautifully illustrated children's stories with a timeless moral about kindness and unexpected friendships. Told largely through pictures, it captivates young readers through its vibrant artwork and wordless storytelling, making it a perfect choice for sparking imagination and discussions about the power of helping others.

A stunning, wordless version of one of Aesop's best-loved fables, from one of America's most acclaimed artists.

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The Lion and the Mouse is a stunning, wordless version of one of Aesop’s best-loved fables, created by one of America's most acclaimed artists.

This Caldecott Medal-winning, wordless picture book retells a favourite and familiar fable: a mouse inadvertently disturbs a lion, who lets the mouse go, only to be later freed by the mouse from a poacher’s trap.

Jerry Pinkney's jaw-droppingly gorgeous interpretation, with art inspired by the Kenyan Serengeti, is irresistible. Its wealth of visual detail provides ample opportunity for the pages to be turned and the story retold over and over again.

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?

This beautifully illustrated book captures the essence of the Serengeti, presenting Aesop's fable through stunning, wordless images. The golden-hued artwork and varying illustration sizes enchant readers, offering a fresh perspective on the classic story.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406332049

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 October 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 240.0mm

Height: 276.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 40

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jerry Pinkney

About the Author

Jerry Pinkney is one of today's best-loved children's book makers. Over his forty-year career as an illustrator, he has received five Caldecott Honors and won the Coretta Scott King Award five times, as well as being nominated for the prestigious international Hans Christian Andersen Award. He lives in New York with his wife, the author Gloria Jean Pinkney. Find him online at www.jerrypinkneystudio.com.