Commotion In The Ocean

Name: Commotion In The Ocean
Brand: United Sourcing Group
SKU: 9781841211015
Price: 12.99 NZD
Availability: InStock

By Giles Andreae

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Summary

Commotion In The Ocean by Giles Andreae is a delightful children's book that takes readers on an enchanting journey through the underwater world. With playful rhymes and vibrant illustrations, it introduces a variety of marine animals, each with its own quirky personality. The book is both educational and entertaining, celebrating the diverse and wondrous creatures living in the ocean's depths.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you love playful rhymes and colourful illustrations that bring ocean creatures to life. Full of charm and whimsy, it's perfect for sparking curiosity and laughter in young readers who are eager to explore the wonders of the sea.

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Dive into the ocean for a noisy rhyming romp packed with favourite sea creatures brought to life with fun, vibrant artwork. This bestselling picture book from an award-winning creative team is a delight to read aloud and share with young children.

There's a curious commotion at the bottom of the ocean ...

Description

Dive into the ocean for a noisy rhyming romp packed with favourite sea creatures brought to life with fun, vibrant artwork.

This bestselling picture book from an award-winning creative team is a delight to read aloud and share with young children.

Discover the magic of the sea with Commotion In The Ocean.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Commotion In The Ocean by Giles Andreae is celebrated for its engaging and vibrant illustrations, making it a lively and enjoyable read-aloud book. Reviewers praise its bright and witty artwork as well as its fast-paced, exuberant poetic style that delights both children and adults.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781841211015

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 May 1999

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orchard Books

Contributors:

Illustrated by David Wojtowycz
Illustrated by David Wojtowycz

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 238.0mm

Height: 298.0mm

Weight: 201g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Giles Andreae is the hugely successful, immensely talented author behind numerous award-winning children's books, including the bestselling Giraffes Can't Dance. He is also the creator of the incredibly popular Purple Ronnie poetry range. Giles lives in London. David Wojtowycz is a talented artist and designer. He divides his time between London and Berlin. Giles and David have collaborated on several bestselling picture book titles including Dinosaurs Galore!, Rumble in the Jungle, Commotion in the Ocean and The Lion Who Wanted to Love, which won the Children's Book Award in 1998.

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