Gecko press wellington (453 resultados)

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. New York Public Library, Top 10 2017 The international bestselling and award-winning illustrated chapter book for ages 68. Giraffe, who lives in Africa, is bored as usual. Hed love a friend to share things with. So he writes a letter and sends it as far as possible across the other side of the horizon. There he finds a pen palPenguin. But its hard to imagine someone youve never seen. Giraffe knows nothing about penguins and his letters are full of questions. What does a penguin look like? Where is a penguins neck? And so the letters begin to fly from horizon to horizon. Emerging readers will love this absurd and funny story about what connects us, and finding friendship in unlikely places. With simple line drawingsincluding handwritten letterson every page, this witty and accessible story is a perfect book to start independent readers on a lifetime love of reading. Originally published in Japan where it is a much-loved classic, Yours Sincerely, Giraffe is now a popular success all around the world. This is a rare book: joyful, ingenuous, playfully earnest Kirkus Megumi Iwasa studied graphic design and lives in Tokyo. Jun Takabatake is one of Japans best-loved childrens illustrators. His illustrations have been exhibited throughout the world, and he has won many international awards. Awards New York Public Library, Top 10, 2017 Chicago Public Library, Best Fiction for Younger Readers, 2017 German Youth Literature Prize Winner, 2018 USBBY Outstanding International Book List, 2018 11 Best Books for 4 to 7-year-olds, The Independent, 2016 Praise for Yours Sincerely, Giraffe With beautifully simple illustrations and a hope-filled ending, it is an ideal introduction to Japanese literature. The Independent The combination of short narrative, dialogue, letters, and humorous pen-and-ink drawings is a winning one. Booklist starred review A lovely story such as this, presented so well, is the kind of book to set a pre-teen youngster on a lifelong romance with books and literature. Magpies Magazine This Japanese import will charm beginning readers who enjoy a bit of witty humor with their animal adventures. The pen-and-ink illustrations are simple yet have a Quentin Blake feel that rounds out the characters and their quirky behaviors. School Library Journal starred review. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The Old Man is a book that matters. Behind its dark topic, it's a bright book-about children's non prejudices, generosity, honesty and about hopefulness-that children and adults will love. Day breaks over the town. Wake up, everybody! It's time to go to school. It's time for the old man to get up, too. The night was icy and he's hungry. His name? He no longer knows. This is the story of a person with no job, no family, no home-a nobody, who can't even remember his name. But his day changes when he is noticed by a child. Drawn in soft, watercolour pencil, this is an important story for our times. This gentle, compelling book will appeal to children's sense of justice and to every reader's compassion. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Dubois, Claude K. (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Hattie is a street-smart country girl in her first year of school. She lives just outside of nowhere, right next to no one at all. Luckily shes starting school and that brings new adventures. Hattie gets her first swimming badge, falls madly in love with a hermit crab and meets a best friend. Sometimes things go wronglike when the hairdresser cuts her hair into stumps just in time for school photos. And while Hattie tries her best, its not always easy to be well behaved. Hattie is perfect for newly independent readers from Frida Nilsson, whose award-winning The Ice Sea Pirates was an international bestseller. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Stina Wirsén (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Simon is children's favourite cheeky rabbit! Once there was a little rabbit who could only say one thing. In the morning his mother would say, "Time to get up, my little rabbit!" He'd reply: "Poo bum!" At lunchtime his father would say, "Eat your spinach, my little rabbit!" He'd reply: "Poo bum!" One day, he meets a hungry wolf. Will the little rabbit learn his lesson once and for all? The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The brilliantly interactive, bestselling picture book that tickles the funny bones of both children and adults. Elephant wants to play hide and seek. You can play too. But youll need to try your besthes VERY good! He can even hide behind a lamp, or a small tree . . . A small boy and his elephant play an absurd game of hide and seek in this beautifully illustrated picture book that will have young readers shouting out loud in delight, and adults laughing too, as Elephant hides, in full view. Perhaps the little dog sees him, perhaps not. This game-inside-a-book celebrates imaginative play and is perfect for sharing with children who will love being better at finding the elephant than the boy. Watch out for the tortoise, too . . . David Barrow is a graduate of the Cambridge School of Art and his debut picture book, Have You Seen Elephant? has been shortlisted for multiple awards. Praise for Have You Seen Elephant? Beyond the sheer absurdity, children will delight in details, such as the wide-screen TV the elephant holds in one scene, the childs dad so focused on the soccer game on the screen that he asks, What elephant? and the sly alterations to the family portraits on the rear endpapers. Younger audiences will be screaming There it is! from the get-go.Kirkus Reviews, Starred "Best of all this book will stand the test of time as there's something new to be found on every page as you reread"The Bookbag UK. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Why do grannies always tell us to speak up? Why do they have creases on their faces? Are grannies flexible? How do you cheer up a sad granny? Exactly how old are grannies anyway? Eric Veille explains it all in this witty book for anyone who has, is, knows or will one day be a grandmother. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Veillé, Éric (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: Fair. Sam loves robots. He is certain they live in outer space among the stars. His family laughs at him, and no one seems to understand. No one except for Franky, that is. A story of a friendship between a boy and his robot, Franky is a treat for robot lovers about opening your eyes to the unbelievable. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration. Timmers, Leo (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. A witty picture dictionary of the world's most popular sports Cycling, ice hockey, athletics, tennis, climbing . There are so many sports, and they're all fantastic fun! Football is fantastic fun, except when your team keeps missing goals: that can make you cry. Horse-riding is also fantastic-so long as the horse goes where the rider wants. Running, cycling and swimming require fantastic agility and endurance. Billiards is quieter, but still fantastic fun! Sports lovers small and big will find the one they love best-and some surprises-in this witty picture book, with funny animal characters trying out all the sports and a laconic commentary. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Könnecke, Ole (ilustrador). …

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. One gulp, another gulp and another: one toy after the next disappears into the mouth of the hungry wolf. Now hes almost full, just a last little fly for dessertuh-oh! The Wolf and the Fly is both story and guessing game to play again and again. Each object on the shelf is brought to life then, when everything thats been swallowed re-emerges, the game starts anew. This is an original and delightful guessing, memory, observation and naming game from award-winning author and illustrator Antje Damm, whose The Visitor was a New York Times Illustrated Book of the Year. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Damm, Antje (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The irrepressible Monster is backand this time, he wants to see the world.Mrs. Mo is busy painting, so Monster decides to go alone. Hes packed everything he needs: an umbrella, a tea pot, a trumpet. And his globe, of course!But when his adventure becomes bigger than he expected, Monster wishes Mrs. Mo had come after alland brought lunch. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. What should you give a real sheik for dinner? And will Ulf manage to hypnotize Marianne so she'll kiss him? Ulf is an ordinary boy, growing up in a quiet suburb. But when his amateur radio fan father invites a real sheik to dinner, his mother gets nervous. Ulf is worried that something far worse will happen-that Percy, his best friend, will have to leave town. My friend Percy and the sheik is the second in a series of three books about Ulf and Percy. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. 'Tell me, little bacon bits, who's the strongest in the woods?' In I am So Strong, the incorrigible wolf saunters through the forest asking everyone he meets - including Little Red Riding Hood and The Three Little Pigs: 'Tell me, who is the strongest of all?' He gets his comeuppance in a most unexpected and satisfactory way. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Mr. Renny's paintings are so good that they almost appear real. But no one seems to pay them any attention-until a strange man offers to make everything that Mr. Renny paints come to life. First there's the painting of the apple, which Mr. Renny can now eat. Then there's a huge hotdog, a new car, a cruise liner.Mr. Renny paints himself a life of luxury-until his friend Rose comes to ask if she can buy one of his paintings. But he doesn't have any real paintings left! The spell must be broken-and soon! A book containing subtle references to the work of Belgian surrealist Ren Magritte, the illustrations are full of clever and amusing details. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Noah discovers a mammoth in the fridge. At first, his father doesn't believe him - but the evidence is too strong. It's sitting in the fridge! They call the fire department, but the mammoth slips past their net and hides in a tree. But where did the mammoth come from? Only Noah's little sister knows the true answer. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The worldwide bestselling interactive bedtime book for toddlers. This sweet and simple board book invites children to take part in Little Rabbits charming new bedtime ritual by helping to put bunny to bed with a fun activity on each page. Its getting late and Little Rabbit must go to sleep. Can you help him? When Little Rabbit asks Tickle My Ears? a wonderful new bedtime ritual begins: Clap your hands, fluff the pillow, give Little Rabbits ears a tickle, stroke his back, pull up the covers and a goodnight kiss. And dont forget to turn out the light: heres the switch! Designed to be read aloud, this is a fun and surprising book that teaches toddlers and preschoolers about bedtime routines and makes a perfect baby shower or infant birthday gift. A wonderful interactive bedtime book for children and little rabbits.Axel Scheffler, illustrator of The Gruffalo Jorg Muhle was born 1973 in Frankfurt am Main and studied at the Offenbach School of Design and the Ecole Nationale Superieure des Arts Decoratifs in Paris. Today, he lives in Frankfurt where he works as a freelance illustrator for book publishers, magazines and newspapers. Praise for Tickle My Ears "I LOVED tickle my ears. Such a gorgeous little book."Meg Rosoff, award-winning children's author "Just irresistible. Who doesnt want a book that teaches a child how to put someoneones self, obviouslyto bed?"School Library Journal, Top 100 Board Books "A beautifully illustrated and delightful book which encourages interaction from the reader."Childrens Books Ireland Reading Guide. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Mϋhle, Jörg (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Two very different creatures learn about the give-and-take of friendship in this warm and funny story set in the desert. A much-loved, timeless classic. Snake is elegant and calm, and a little self-centred; Lizard is exuberant and irrepressible. With its wisdom, acceptance and good humour, Snake and Lizard captures the essence of friendship. The stories are beautifully illustrated by Gavin Bishop in warm and clear colours of the desert. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condición: Good. Once there was a little rabbit who did only what he wanted. When his mother asked him to tidy his room he cried, Wooolf! The wolf is coming!" and, when she ran away, he did whatever he wanted. One day he did a wee where he wanted, and the wolf came to get him. "Wooolf!" he cried, but his mother didn't fall for that. The wolf got him! It was just Simon's father in a wolf mask. Simon promised never to cry wolf again. But when his mother opened the cupboard in the morning, a wolf cried "Awwoooo!" A funny new book with a twist ending in the worldwide bestselling series about Simon the cheeky rabbit. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. …

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Your first car is always the best. And your first trip is unforgettable even when it doesn't go exactly to plan. Grandpa brought me a surprise. For you,' he said. It was rusty. Really rusty. But you could tell what it was a little car! Exactly my size. Diesel or gas?' I asked Grandpa. Sweat,' he said. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. A universal story about sleep in the best-selling series about Simon, the cheeky rabbit who knows just what he wants. Simons little brother cant sleep without his special blanket. Simon usually just tells Casper what to do. But he is going to have to be very, very brave to solve this problem. Simon's little brother can't sleep without his special blanket. Simon usually just tells Casper what to do. But he is going to have to be very, very brave to solve this problem. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

Board Book. Condición: new. Board Book. Everyones on the sofa to share a book: zebra, cat, child, lion. Wait! says Zebra, Stork isnt here yet! Then the cat needs a cushion, the hamsters missing, someones sitting on the lions tail, the fish wants to be in the middle NOW theyll be able to startwont they?In this fun, cumulative story, the familiar chaos of piling onto the sofa with friends builds to a climactic hullabaloo until the happy ending of sharing a book in an ideal reading spotbehind the sofa under the blanket tent.Susanne Strassers snowballing animal stories that children love are bestsellers in multiple languages. This read-together board book is a snowballing narrative of animal chaos that culminates in story time under a blanket tent. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Strasser, Susanne (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. What do dogs do all day? Dogs on skis, dogs in vehicles, dogs in the kitchen-this rich and playful album features a cast of funny dog characters enacting everyday scenes Nine funny dogs live their everyday lives in these pages where you can learn all about seasons, colours, food, town and country, night and day, school and work, and much more-including dog breeds, of course. Each of these endearing dogs are a different breed and very distinctive character. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. De Monfreid, Dorothe (ilustrador). …

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Once there was a little rabbit who only wanted to eat one thingSPAGHETTI! A picture book for toddlers who might recognise themselves in cheeky Simon, the fussy eater. Once there was a little rabbit who only wanted to eat one thing - spaghetti! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. There was once a cheeky little rabbit. You might know him already. When his mother told him, "Simon, tomorrow is your first day of school!" he replied,"I'm not going." Simonthe little rabbit from Poo Bum, Stupid Baby and A Deals a Dealis back! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. A hide-and-seek picture book from New York Times award-winning author Leo Timmers, about three silly knights and a clever dragon in disguise.The king cant sleep for fear of the dragon, so he sends his three knights outside to find it. With only one candle between them, they go out into the dark. Is that a dragon? Attack! But every suspicious shape turns out to be something else, until the knights confidently turn for home, not noticing whats behind them.This cleverly illustrated game-inside-a-book will have young children shouting out loud in delight as they spot the dragon hidden on every page.With intricately detailed illustrations and joyful rhyming text, this picture book is a fun read-aloud for toddlers and pre-schoolers aged 2 years and up.Where Is the Dragon? is an absurdly fun take on mistaken dragon identity, from the master storyteller and author of Monkey on the Run, a New York Times Best Illustrated Book. Leo Timmers is one of Belgiums pre-eminent picture book artists. Translated from the Dutch edition by poet James Brown.Picture Book Winner, Teach Early Years Awards 2021.Other books by Leo TimmersElephant IslandMonkey on The RunWhos Driving?Guss GarageFrankyBang! A stellar picture book by New York Times Best Illustrated Book recipient Leo Timmers. Three knights with only one candle seek a dragon in the dark. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. A library-loving dinosaur reminds us how it feels to be transported by story in this picture book for young children.Leilongs friends are taking him to story time at the library. But its difficult for a large, clumsy brontosaurus without a library card to follow all the rules. Especially when enthusiastic Leilong gets caught up in the story and joins in, threatening to flatten the library. Is Leilong too big for the library, or is the library too small?With vibrant and vintage-like illustrations, children of all ages will love this enthusiastic, bumbling dinosaur who just wants, like all of us, to hear a good story. Perfect to read aloud or together with younger dino fans and book-lovers, or for readers aged 5-7. Other books by Julia Liu:Leilong's Too Long! A library-loving picture book in which an enthusiastic dinosaur absorbed in storytime threatens to flatten the libraryuntil they decide to take the books outdoors. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. A shipwrecked elephant makes his tiny island a home for the many friends who come to the rescue, in the new picture book from New York Times Illustrated Book Award winning author.Selected for The New York Times Best Children's Books 2022Caught in a storm, Arnold the elephant washes up on a tiny island. Along comes Mouse in a little dingy and Arnold steps aboard.uh-oh! They use the wreckage to make the island bigger. And heres Dogcan this boat take Arnold's weight? Uh-oh!None of the animals can save the shipwrecked elephant but each broken vessel provides new materials for another intricate construction. Wheels and pulleys create a Ferris wheel, an elevator, a waffle maker. All the animals work as a team to build increasingly intricate constructions that turn the desert island into a fun park city. Soon there is a whole community and enough space for everyone!As with all Leo Timmers picture books, Elephant Island has many layers of discovery. Tapping into the childhood pleasure of contraptions, this cheerful picture book is full of complex and playful visual detail and humour that Leo Timmers readers love. Preschoolers who enjoy Meccano and Lego will find joy on every page with the creation of each new imaginative construction, packed with mechanical detail on bright double page spreads. Elephant Island is a runaway hit in Europe."Yet another triumphant experiment for the award-winning Timmers." The New York TimesPicture Book finalist, Teach Early Years Awards 2022.Other books by Leo Timmers:Monkey On The RunWhere Is The Dragon?Whos Driving?Guss GarageFrankyBang! A shipwrecked elephant makes his tiny island a home for the many friends who come to the rescue, building increasingly intricate constructions that turn Elephant Island into a fun park city. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Board Book. Condición: new. Board Book. A positive and practical board book that encourages potty training with humor and affirmation. Featuring a mischievous little lion called Lionel.In this pithy board book series, the overenthusiastic, impulsive Lionel tests his daily routines to their limitin Lionel Poops, cheerfully trying all sorts of places to poop before ending up proudly on the potty.Lionel is bouncing on his trampoline when all of a sudden he needs to poop. Where will he do it? On some cows! No, Lionel, no! On the Eiffel Tower! No, Lionel, no! Lionel thinks of many inappropriate places but eventually poops on his potty. Well done, Lionel!Cheeky toddler lion Lionel learns about looking after his own body. His mischievous grin puts the reader instantly on his side, and the tolerant voice of his adult helper provides an amused commentary. Lionels absurd attempts to use the potty will have young children laughing out loud at his funny facial expressions.Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers who are potty training or as a tool to introduce the idea of using the toilet and ditching diapers.This small and sturdy board book is just right for toddlers hands making it ideal to read with a child while they are on a potty.The Lionel series introduces developmental milestones with humor, mischief and gentle guidance. Series includes Lionel Eats All By Himself and Lionel Is Just Like Dad.Resistance is futile. School Library Journal In this pithy board book series, an overenthusiastic, impulsive lion tests his daily routines to their limitin Lionel Poops, cheerfully trying all sorts of places to poop before ending up proudly on the potty. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Veillé, Éric (ilustrador).…

Board Book. Condición: new. Board Book. A delightful board book for toddlers and adults to have fun experimenting with words to create funny new ones. Selected as a White Raven 2022, Kirkus Reviews Best Board Books 2022 and Bank Street Best Children's Books 2023.Playful animals get up to everyday toddler mischief in this board book built on child-based wordplay, where each page twists animal names into funny new words that are fun to share.With illustrations drawn from a toddlers world, babies and young children will recognise each activitygetting dressed, playing, painting (including themselves), having a bath, using the pottyand see how the animal makes the mischievous most of it.The bumblebee breaks its toybumblebee grumblebee!The cockatoo is getting dressedcockatoo sockatoo!The pelican tries out the pottypelican smellican!What will turtle do? Everybody gathers for the final squirtle.Built for adults, babies and toddlers to share and read aloud, this fresh and sweet board book encourages experimentation with words and sounds, just by changing a letter or two. Other books by David Elliot:OinkHenrys Map Playful animals get up to everyday toddler mischief in this board book built on child-based word play, where each page twists animal names into funny new words that are fun to share. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Elliot, David (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. The little rabbit is loved by his family, even though whenever they ask him a question, he answers very rudely. In the morning his mother would say, "Time to get up, my little rabbit!" He'd reply: "Poo bum!" At lunchtime his father would say, "Eat your spinach, my little rabbit!" He'd reply: "Poo bum!" One day, he meets a hungry wolf. Will the little rabbit learn his lesson once and for all? A hilarious, read-aloud story for children with brilliant, endearing illustrations. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. An exuberant read aloud story about a school trip outdoors with rhyming word play and madcap energy, starring the quiet observant Liam. From the awardwinning creators of Thats Not a Hippopotamus. Its the class trip to Dismal Hills wilderness. The children arent worried about the legendary Grizzled Grist who lives here; theyre excited to show off their outdoor skillsforaging, climbing, trapping and hiking. No ones impressed with quiet and observant Liams skill of hiding. But it turns out a hider can see what others think does not exist.A hider moves with soundless ease and treads as softly as the breeze.At times, a hider barely breathesbut what is this the hider sees?Liam spotsand careful readers will toosigns of the Grist on every spread.When the children and their frazzled teacher walk confidently into disaster, observant Liam saves the daya triumph for the quiet child no one notices.This clever rhyming story for children aged 2 to 7 years features humor and call and refrain wordplay that will entertain toddlers, preschoolers and early readers. Children delight in spotting the elusive Grizzled Grist and identify with sweet Liam, the quiet but observant boy who no one listens to. Sarah Daviss charming and lively illustrations tell a different story about where Liam and the Grist are hiding on every page. Perfect for reading together again and again as a family, in the school classroom or independently, this picture book features a cast of diverse characters and funny and curious children. This book is for any child who enjoys a boisterous read-aloud with spot-the-Grist on every page. Its also excellent for schools and groupsequally enjoyed by frazzled teachers.White Ravens Award 2023.Funky Kids Radio Global Picture Book of the Year Award 2022 winner. An exuberant rhyming picture book about a school trip to the hills, where no one sees the dangerapart from quiet Liam, who pays attention and saves the day with his particular skill of hiding. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…