Can I Have my Ball Back?: (Yellow Early Reader)

Description

Ages 6 to 9 years Mr Ricket has a shed in the perfect place, or so he thought! Mr Ricket has built his shed near the park. He thinks it's a perfect spot for all of his inventions until balls and frisbees and all sorts come flying onto his roof! He can't concentrate at all! He decides to invent something that will solve his problem and let him get back to work.

Alice lives in East Hertfordshire with her two small children who provide lots of inspiration for her work. She writes for children of all ages but is particularly passionate about picture books. Alice is fantastic at events and particularly enjoys visiting schools. Alice is a proactive SCBWI member. Author of: The Black and White Club, Gold Star for George, Bibble and the Bubbles, Robopop, George and the New Craze, Rickety Rocket, Sheep on the Run! and Arlo, Mrs Ogg and the Dinosaur Zoo Ed Myer was born in Manchester in an artistic household; nearly everyone in his immediate family works in creative industries. He went on to get a degree in Ceramics at a university, but realised that it was drawing that really mattered for him. He is now based in London, and when not working on commission, he enjoys travelling, playing computer games and walking his little Jack Russell Ted. Illustrator of: Zoom! and Come Back, Mack! and Can I Have My Ball Back?

'Thoughtfully designed, these fun, brightly illustrated stories are short, accessible and feature themes and characters children will love!' -- The Learning Hub at the University of Reading 'If you are looking for a breath of fresh air to top up your existing reading scheme, we recommend you give these a try!' -- Books for Topics 'Maverick Early Readers are a stylish and appealing option for schools looking to expand their range of material for new readers.' -- Teach Primary 'The high quality storytelling coupled with the excellent illustrations in these books makes them really appealing - a great incentive to encourage children to persevere with their reading.' -- Parents in Touch