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Who Sank the Boat?

By Pamela Allen
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Who Sank the Boat? is a charming children's story where a group of animals, including a cow, donkey, sheep, pig, and a little mouse, attempt to share a rowboat. Through playful and rhythmic storytelling, the book explores the consequences of what happens when too much weight is added, leading to a delightful surprise for young readers.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's story if you appreciate charming tales with gentle humour and engaging illustrations. The book explores themes of cooperation and problem-solving, making it a fun and educational read for young ones interested in animals and teamwork.

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Who sank the boat? Was it the cow or the donkey or the sheep with her knitting? Surely it wasn't the tiny little mouse? This illustrated book lets children guess which animal spoilt a day's rowing by sinking the boat.

Winner of the Australian Picture Book of the Year Award

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Who sank the boat? Was it the cow or the donkey or the sheep with her knitting? Surely it wasn't the tiny little mouse? Winner of the 1983 Australian Picture Book of the Year Award, this wonderfully illustrated book is designed for sharing aloud and will make children giggle as they guess which animal spoilt a day's rowing by sinking the boat.

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Who Sank the Boat? by Pamela Allen is a delightful picture book that has garnered positive reviews for its charming illustrations and engaging narrative. Readers appreciate the story's playful take on curiosity and prediction as different animals ponder who bears the responsibility for sinking the boat, making it a favourite amongst children and adults alike. The book's simplicity and interactive elements have been praised for encouraging young readers to think and participate actively.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140509403

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 November 1988

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 2.0mm

Width: 189.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 102g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Pamela Allen Penguin Books

About the Author

Pamela Allen is a phenomenon in the world of children's books. In twenty-four years she has produced thirty-three picture books, many of which have won prestigious awards and commendations both in Australia and overseas. She is the first illustrator to have won the Children's Book Council of Australia Picture Book of the Year Award two years running, for Who Sank the Boat? (1983) and Bertie and the Bear (1984). Some of Pamela's other awards include the NSW Premier's Literary Award, the AIM Book Award (New Zealand) and the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) Honour Diploma for Illustration.

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