
The Monster in the Lake
Leo Timmers(Author)
Gecko Press
Published on 9. September 2025
Book
Hardback
36 pages
979-8-7656-7050-7 (ISBN)
Description
Four ducks are tired of their small pond and set out for an adventure in the big lake.
Walking at the back, Eric isn't sure. He's heard there's a monster in the lake, but his friends don't believe a word of that old story! Eric reluctantly tags along, only to make a startling discovery and find himself in a wonderful underwater adventure.
This large-format picture book features a detailed, fold-out, underwater world of mechanical marvels and sea creatures. The story of a nervous duck who finds courage and the overconfidence of groups will resonate with anyone who's nervously dipped a toe in unknown waters.
Walking at the back, Eric isn't sure. He's heard there's a monster in the lake, but his friends don't believe a word of that old story! Eric reluctantly tags along, only to make a startling discovery and find himself in a wonderful underwater adventure.
This large-format picture book features a detailed, fold-out, underwater world of mechanical marvels and sea creatures. The story of a nervous duck who finds courage and the overconfidence of groups will resonate with anyone who's nervously dipped a toe in unknown waters.
Reviews / Votes
"Here be monsters-and they are monstrously fun!"-starred, Kirkus Reviews "The bright artwork, created with acrylic paint and spray paint, contains whimsical details and makes great use of visual humor. With sparse text and large-scale illustrations, this is an ideal choice for toddlers and preschool storytimes that is clever enough to entertain adults, too."-starred, Booklist "Children who get their hands on this oversize, glossy delight, filled with made-to-linger details, will be lucky ducks indeed."-starred, Publishers WeeklyMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Lerner Publishing Group
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From Preschool to Kindergarten, Reading Age: From 7 to 8 years, Interest Age: From 4 to 6 years
Product notice
With printed dust jacket
Picture book
Trade binding
Illustrations
Illustrations, color
Dimensions
Height: 321 mm
Width: 229 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
496 gr
ISBN-13
979-8-7656-7050-7 (9798765670507)
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Persons
Leo Timmers is a leading Belgian author and illustrator, whose many successful picture books have been published in forty languages. He has a large following as one of Belgium's preeminent picture book artists. Leo Timmers is a leading Belgian author and illustrator, whose many successful picture books have been published in forty languages. He has a large following as one of Belgium's preeminent picture book artists.