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Please Mr Panda
Series: Mr Panda
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See moreLearn to say 'Please' with this charmingly funny picture book. Starring the grumpy (but loveable!) Mr Panda.
From a talented new author-illustrator comes an hilarious tale about manners!
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Learn to say 'please' with Mr Panda in this charmingly funny picture book which has been entertaining families for 10 years!
Mr Panda has a tray of doughnuts. Patiently and politely, Mr Panda asks his friends if they would like one. Each animal says yes, but without the all-important 'please'! Is anyone worthy of Mr Panda's doughnuts?
This special edition with a super-shiny gold doughnut on the cover is the perfect way to celebrate Mr Panda's 10th anniversary!
"An ideal book for kids to learn about good manners." The Sun
"Simple yet funny enough for multiple readings." Kirkus
"Does the job beautifully." The Times (Children's Book of the Week)
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Wash Your Hands, Mr Panda
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Please Mr Panda
Learn to say 'please' with Mr Panda in this charmingly funny picture book which has been entertaining families for 10 years! Mr Panda has a tray of doughnuts. Patiently and politely, Mr Panda asks his friends if they would like one. Each animal says yes, but without the all-important 'please'! Is anyone worthy of Mr Panda's doughnuts? This special edition...PaperbackSold Out -
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Please Mr Panda Board Book
Learn to say 'Please' with Mr Panda in this charmingly funny story. In a sturdy board book, perfect for even the youngest readers. Mr Panda has a tray of doughnuts. Patiently and politely, Mr Panda asks his friends if they would like one. Each animal says yes, but without the all-important 'please'! Is anyone worthy of Mr Panda's doughnuts? "An...Board bookSold Out -
Mr Panda's Feelings Board Book
Learn all about feelings with Mr Panda in this charmingly funny board book. Lemur is happy and Swan is scared. But how is Mr Panda feeling? Find out and help your little bears express their emotions with this simple board book story. Look out for more books starring Mr Panda. Over half a million copies sold to date! Please Mr...Board bookSold Out -
Wash Your Hands, Mr Panda
Soap? . . . Check.Water? . . . Check.Towel? . . . Check.Are you ready to wash your hands, Mr Panda?Join Mr Panda and friends as they learn all about hand washing, sneeze catching and other good hygiene practices.With a lightness of tone and a gentle humour throughout, this new book in the ever-popular MR PANDA series is perfect for...HardbackSold Out
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?
Please Mr Panda by Steve Antony is praised for its witty take on manners and its simple, engaging storytelling. The bold illustrations and restrained colour palette contribute to its appeal, making it a charming primer on politeness for children. Many reviews highlight its potential to spark family catchphrases and encourage multiple readings, thanks to its humorous and visually sophisticated design.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781444916652
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 03 September 2015
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Hodder Children's Books
Illustration: Full colour
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 6.0mm
Width: 258.0mm
Height: 260.0mm
Weight: 200g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Since his 2014 debut, multi award-winning author-illustrator Steve Antony has so far written and illustrated 18 picture books and sold over one million copies worldwide, and 7 of his titles have been nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal.
His Mr Panda series has sold over 700,000 copies worldwide and was recently optioned for TV by Magic Light Pictures. His highly acclaimed The Queen's Hat (the first instalment of the Queen Collection) was adapted into a musical concert by the London Symphony Orchestra and won the Evening Standard's Oscars Book Prize. His Queen's Hat inspired Shaun the Sheep statue raised 15,000 for the Wallace and Gromit Children's Charity. He plays an active role in his local community as Patron to Swindon Libraries Children's Services and recently designed their library card. He is an Ambassador for The National Literacy Trust , an active supporter of Beanstalk and a vocal advocate for more incidental inclusiveness in children's literature, having written several articles on the subject. Through his art, Steve has helped raise thousands for various UK charities including My AFK, BookTrust, Willow Foundation and Wallace and Gromit Children's Charity.Steve's studied at Anglia Ruskin University after taking voluntary redundancy from a Swindon call centre. Steve was part-raised in New Mexico and now lives in Swindon UK with his husband and cat.Also by Steve Antony
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