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Well Done, Mummy Penguin

A baby’s first story from a multi award-winning author
By Chris Haughton
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Well Done, Mummy Penguin by Chris Haughton is a delightful children's story about a penguin family navigating the Antarctic landscape. As Mummy Penguin goes out in search of fish, her little one waits eagerly, learning lessons of patience and perseverance. It's a heartwarming tale filled with simple yet vibrant illustrations, capturing the curious nature of young ones and the bravery of parents.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you love stories with vibrant illustrations and heartwarming themes of family and perseverance. It's perfect for young readers captivated by the adventures and bonds of adorable animal characters, making it a wonderful read for bedtime or quiet afternoons.

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From Chris Haughton comes a funny, suspenseful celebration of mothers set against an atmospheric Antarctic backdrop.

Mummy Penguin is off to find a fishy dinner for her family. She has to swim very fast, climb a slippery cliff – cu-crunch, cu-crunch, cu-crunch – and even tiptoe past some sleeping seals… Shh! All the while, Little Penguin looks on in awe and says: “Well done, Mummy Penguin!”

The icy – and treacherous! – Antarctic landscapes are breathtaking in this funny and exciting celebration of all that mothers do, and all that mothers are.

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Well Done, Mummy Penguin by Chris Haughton is celebrated for its charming depiction of a mother penguin's adventurous journey to provide for her family. Critics highlight the story's engaging way of portraying bravery and perseverance, making it a delightful read for young audiences. The narrative's clever and humorous presentation, coupled with vibrant illustrations, captivates children and leaves a lasting impression.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529515169

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Chris Haughton

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 250.0mm

Height: 258.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 40

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About the Author

Chris Haughton is an Irish designer and illustrator. His debut picture book, A Bit Lost, is published into 21 different languages worldwide and has won 13 awards in nine countries, including the Dutch Picture Book of the Year and CBI Book of the Year. His second title, Oh No, George! won the Junior Design Award and was shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Award. His third picture book, Shh! We Have a Plan, won the Specsavers Irish Children's Book of the Year Junior Award 2014 as well as the Ezra Jack Keats New Illustrator Award in the US. He lives in East London. Find Chris online at www.chrishaughton.com and on X as @chrishaughton.

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