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The Watermelon Seed

By Greg Pizzoli
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The Watermelon Seed by Greg Pizzoli is a charming children's book about a crocodile who loves eating watermelon. However, the reptile’s delight turns to worry when it accidentally swallows a seed. The story amusingly explores its fears and imaginations, keeping young readers entertained and engaged.
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This charming children's book may appeal to you if you love stories filled with humour and charming illustrations. It follows a quirky crocodile who's a bit worried after swallowing a seed, offering a delightful, light-hearted take on childhood fears that's sure to entertain young readers and adults alike.

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With perfect comic pacing, Pizzoli introduces a funny crocodile who has one big fear: swallowing a watermelon seed. What will he do when his greatest fear is realized? With bold color and beautiful sense of design, Pizzoli's picture book debut takes this familiar childhood worry and gives presents a true gem. Full color.

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With perfect comic pacing, Greg Pizzoli introduces us to one funny crocodile who has one big fear: swallowing a watermelon seed. What will he do when his greatest fear is realized Will vines sprout out his ears Will his skin turn pink This crocodile has a wild imagination that kids will love.

With bold color and beautiful sense of design, Greg Pizzoli's picture book debut takes this familiar childhood worry and gives us a true gem in the vein of I Want My Hat Back and Not a Box.

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Greg Pizzoli's The Watermelon Seed is praised for its vibrant design and humorous approach, appealing to children's imagination and anxieties. Critics commend the book's lively illustrations reminiscent of classic styles, as well as its broad humour and engaging story, making it a delightful and popular choice for young readers.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781423171010

Publisher: Disney Publishing Worldwide

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 14 May 2013

Country: United States

Imprint: Disney Publishing Worldwide

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Greg Pizzoli

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 40

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Greg Pizzoli

About the Author

Greg Pizzoli is an author, illustrator and screen printer. When not chomping down on watermelon, he can be found in his studio or teaching at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, where he also received his MFA. This is his first book. Visit him at www.gregpizzoli.com.

Awards

2011 52nd Communication Arts Illustration Annual : Self Promotion Category

2011 Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators Illustrator Showcase Honor Award

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