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I Would Rather Hug A Tiger (PB)

By Lorna Scobie
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I Would Rather Hug A Tiger by Lorna Scobie tells the playful story of a young child exploring the boundaries of everyday expectations and embracing the wild possibilities of imaginative play. Delightfully illustrated, this book takes readers on a whimsical journey where the ordinary transforms into extraordinary adventures with the help of a magical imagination and a few unexpected (but friendly) animal pals. It's a charming tale about creativity and the joyful moments of childhood.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you love playful and imaginative stories about embracing curiosity and finding joy in unexpected places. With vibrant illustrations and a humorous twist, this book is perfect for capturing the wonder of childhood adventures and the fun of exploring one's imagination.

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Small Panda doesn't understand why grown-ups like doing the MOST boring things. Especially when there's always something more exciting to do. Join Small Panda as they discover that the 'exciting' things in life aren't always as important as the little ones. And that grown-ups might not be as boring as they seem...

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Why brush your teeth when you could go snorkelling with a crocodile? Or ride a tiger! Or fly with an eagle!

Small Panda doesn’t understand why grown-ups like doing the most boring things. Especially when there’s always something more exciting to do.

Join Small Panda as he discovers that the ‘exciting’ things in life aren’t always as important as the little ones. And that grown-ups might not be as boring as they seem ...

I Would Rather Hug A Tiger by Lorna Scobie is a delightful exploration of imagination and discovery, perfect for young readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780702303487

Publisher: Scholastic

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 April 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Scholastic

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Lorna Scobie
  • Illustrated by Lorna Scobie

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 249.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 210g

Pages: 32

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