Puffin Peter

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Puffin Peter
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Petr Horacek
Illustrated by Petr Horacek
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:40
Dimensions(mm): Height 270,Width 245
ISBN/Barcode 9781406337761
ClassificationsDewey:823.92
Audience
Preschool (0-5)

Publishing Details

Publisher Walker Books Ltd
Imprint Walker Books Ltd
Publication Date 1 March 2012
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Delightful and witty, this is a simple story of mistaken identity! Peter and Paul are the best of friends, but when Peter gets lost in a terrible storm he can't find Paul anywhere. With the help of a big blue whale Puffin Peter sets off to find him. They find all kinds of birds that match Peter's description but none of them is quite like Paul.

Author Biography

Petr Horacek trained at the Academy of Fine Arts in Prague before becoming a graphic designer, illustrator and painter. He won the Books for Children Newcomer Award with Strawberries Are Red (9781406325102) and What Is Black and White? (9781406325126). He is also the creator of the loveable Suzy Goose character who has featured in Silly Suzy Goose (9781406304589) Look Out, Suzy Goose (9781406317640) and Suzy Goose and the Christmas Star (9781406320657). Born in Czechoslovakia, Petr now lives in Worcester with his wife and two daughters.

Reviews

This is a heart-warming story of loss and friendship accompanied by Petr Horacek's distinctively striking illustrations. Vibrant and exciting, they will keep a young reader engaged with this inspiring story. * Carousel * Young readers will enjoy exploring the beautiful spreads depicting wild seascapes and all the exotic birds Paul meets on his journey, before he is eventually reunited with his lost friend. * Booktrust *