Forget the sunnies, break out the reading glasses because we have some brand new books for your little ones this summer. From dinosaurs to zebras to squidleggers (!) our top three picture book picks for summer are charming, beautifully illustrated, and filled with fantastic and creative characters. Whether it’s rain or (fingers crossed!) shine, everyone can be kept entertained this summer with these exciting reads:
Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs retold by Mo Willems
“Once upon a time, there were three hungry Dinosaurs” – wait, dinosaurs? Yes, that’s right. From the author of Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus, Mo Willems retells a classic fairytale with his characteristic dark and witty humour in a riotous and hugely entertaining tale.
“Once upon a time, there were three hungry Dinosaurs” – wait, dinosaurs? Yes, that’s right. From the author of Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus, Mo Willems retells a classic fairytale with his characteristic dark and witty humour in a riotous and hugely entertaining tale.
The Zebra who Ran Too Fast by Jenni Desmond
Zebra, Elephant and Bird are three best friends together. Then one day they all fall out because Zebra runs too fast. Only then do they really discover the true meaning of friendship. From the winner of the Cambridgeshire ‘Read it Again’ Picture Book award 2013, this is a delightful story about the ups and downs of friendship.
The Almost Fearless Hamilton Squidlegger by Timothy Basil Ering
How many adventures can one brave little Squidlegger have before the sun sets and it’s time for BEDTIME? A dazzlingly illustrated and endearing tale of a boy overcoming his bedtime fears with a little help from Dad, this unique and energetic book is a perfect bedtime read!
WIN
We have a Picture Book Party goody bag up for grabs, including these three fantastic picture books, posters, activity sheets, stickers and a bear cookie cutter. For your chance to win, just answer the following question:
What is the Almost Fearless Hamilton Squidlegger afraid of?
a) Ghosts
b) Clowns
c) Bedtime
Email your answer along with your name and address to marketing@walker.co.uk with PBP Summer in the subject line for your chance to win. Competition closes 31 July 2014. Terms and conditions apply.
