Name: I Love My Grandma [Board Book]
Price: 265.00 ZAR
Availability: InStock
Author: Giles Andreae
ISBN: 9781484734094

Type

Physical Book

Author

Giles Andreae

Illustrated by

Emma Dodd

Other

Emma Dodd

Publisher

Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Language

English

Format

Board Book

Dimensions

16.8 x 15.0 x 1.5 cm

Weight

0.20 kg.

ISBN13

9781484734094

Synopsis "I Love My Grandma [Board Book]"

From train rides to playtime, this book illustrates the love between grandmother and grandchild, and all the exciting things they can do together! Joyful and heartwarming, it will be a treasured addition to any grandchild's collection. Praise for I Love My Mommy Andreae and Dodd team up to create a winning read-aloud for the very young . . . The large format and warm tone make this truly perfect for little ones. -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review [W]ill be a hit at storytimes. -- School Library Journal Praise for I Love My Daddy A pleasingly rhythmic text paired with oversized illustrations in black-outlined saturated brights ensures instant appeal for the youngest readers. -- Kirkus Reviews [T]he singsong rhythm and bold, colorful, expressive illustrations will have kid appeal. At the same time, the vocabulary and positive attributes (kind, clever, polite) will have adult appeal. -- Booklist Whether out on the town or cuddling on the couch, Dad, Daughter, and an ever-present stuffed rabbit radiate a comfortable warmth that will resonate with young listeners. -- School Library Journal

Giles Andreae

(Author)

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Giles Andreae (born March 16, 1966 in London) is a British writer and illustrator known for his children's books and for creating iconic characters like Purple Ronnie and Edward Monkton. He studied at Eton College and Worcester College at the University of Oxford, where he developed the character of Purple Ronnie while facing a diagnosis of Hodgkin's lymphoma at age 22.

His most famous work is Giraffes Can’t Dance (1999), an international bestseller that celebrates self-acceptance and diversity. Other popular titles include Rumble in the Jungle, Commotion in the Ocean, Pants, and Captain Flinn and the Pirate Dinosaurs, many of which have been adapted into TV series and theater.

In addition to his literary work, Andreae has been involved in visual poetry projects for institutions like the Natural History Museum and Selfridges. He is an ambassador for the Arts Award and has been a board member of the UCL Cancer Trust, having overcome cancer in his youth.
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He currently lives in Oxfordshire with his wife, Victoria, a children's clothing designer, and their four children.

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