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Elephant in My Kitchen!
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Elephant in My Kitchen!
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Smriti Halls
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Illustrated by Ella Okstad
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:32 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 275,Width 245 |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9781405295666
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| Classifications | Dewey:823.92 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
HarperCollins Publishers
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| Imprint |
Farshore
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| Publication Date |
2 April 2020 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
"Blithe, engaging introduction to ideas of conservation for the very young." - The Guardian "Witty, rhyming text dances across each page, making this a perfect book to read aloud." - BookTrust A funny, silly and hugely topical picture book that is perfect for inspiring the next Greta Thunberg or David Attenborough. This accessible call to action helps raise awareness about the world's climate crisis and is perfect for introducing little ones aged 3+ to the issues affecting our planet. Winner of the Hampshire Book Award 2021 What if ... There was an elephant in your kitchen, A tiger on your loo, A gorilla in your bedroom, Whatever would you do? When wild animals move into Rafi's house, he needs to figure out a BIG PLAN to get them back to their own homes. A positive, empowering and fun-filled picture book about taking care of our amazing planet.
Author Biography
Smriti Halls worked for the BBC and began a career in children's publishing and television as a writer and commissioning editor. She then went on to write her pwn books in 2012. She has since had books published in 25 languages for various publishers. Smriti was born in South India and now lives in London with her family and one well behaved dragon named Doris. Ella Ostad is an illustrator based in based in Trondheim, Norway. She graduated from Kent Institute of Art and Design Maidstone UK in 2000 and has since worked with publishers and design agencies in Norway, UK and US. Her books have been translated into over 15 languages. She illustrated the bestselling picture book, Sophie Johnson: Unicorn Expert.
ReviewsSmriti Halls and Ella Okstad offer a cheeky rhyming romp ... in this blithe, engaging introduction to ideas of conservation for the very young', The Guardian 'Witty, rhyming text dances across each page, making this a perfect book to read aloud. The accompanying illustrations are colourful, lively and full of humour. The important environmental message is delivered in an accessible manner, and children are sure to delight in the cheeky animal antics.', BookTrust
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