Boss baby

Name: Boss baby
Brand: Arotahi Agency
SKU: 9781442487796
Price: 33.0 NZD
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By Frazee and Marla Frazee

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Summary

The Boss Baby by Marla Frazee humorously portrays the life of a newborn who takes charge of his family with the authority of a CEO. The story unfolds through charming illustrations that depict the baby's demanding nature and the parents' attempts to cater to his every need. This delightful children's book offers a whimsical perspective on the arrival of a new baby in the household.
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Format: Board book

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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you have a great sense of humour and appreciate stories about family life with a creative twist. It charmingly illustrates the amusing challenges of having a baby who acts like a boss and will likely appeal to both kids and parents with its playful and relatable narrative.

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Description

A new baby shows everyone who's really in charge in this hilarious board book from Caldecott Honoree Marla Frazee.

From the moment the baby arrived, it was obvious that he was the boss.

The boss baby is used to getting his way—drinks made to order 24/7, a private jet, and meetings around the clock. But when his demands aren't getting proper responses, he has to go to new lengths to achieve the attention he deserves.

Marla Frazee brings her signature wit and humour—along with adorable illustrations—to a book that explores the effect of one family's very unusual new arrival. This Classic Board Book edition is perfect for the youngest of readers (and the smallest of hands)!

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?

Boss Baby by Marla Frazee is a delightful picture book that uses the clever metaphor of a baby as a boss. The humorous depiction resonates with older siblings and parents alike, capturing the demanding nature of newborns in an entertaining way. Reviewers praise Frazee's seamless blend of witty text and expressive artwork, making it a hit for baby showers and families experiencing the arrival of a new baby.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781442487796

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Board book

Date Published: 27 August 2013

Country: United States

Imprint: Little Simon

Illustration: Illustrations, color

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 300g

Pages: 36

Collections

Children's Board Books Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Frazee Marla Frazee

About the Author

Marla Frazee is the recipient of a Boston Globe-Horn Book Award for Picture Book and a three-time Caldecott Honor winner. She has illustrated many acclaimed picture books, including All the World by Liz Garton Scanlon, Stars by Mary Lyn Ray, and Everywhere Babies by Susan Meyers, as well as her own Farmer Books trilogy, A Couple of Boys Have the Best Week Ever, and The Boss Baby, which inspired the DreamWorks Animation film. She is also the illustrator of the New York Times bestselling Clementine chapter books by Sara Pennypacker. The mother of three grown sons, she lives in Pasadena, California. Visit her at MarlaFrazee.com.

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