Helper and Helper
Published on 1. February 2017
128 pages
978-1-77657-106-2 (ISBN)
Description
Two very different creatures learn about the give-and-take of friendship in this warm and funny story set in the desert. Snake is elegant and calm, and a little self-centered; Lizard is exuberant and irrepressible. With its wisdom, acceptance and good humor, Helper and Helper captures the essence of friendship. The stories are beautifully illustrated by Gavin Bishop in warm and clear colors of the desert.
Reviews / Votes
"I love them. They're warm, they're witty." -- John McIntyre, Radio New Zealand "This would make a nice read aloud to younger elementary school children. Also recommend to kids who like animal stories like Frog and Toad by Lobel or the Little Bear stories by Minarik." -- Starred review, Youth Services Book Review "There are some real ethical dilemmas in this book, for which reason I think it would be really rewarding to read aloud and discuss with children. It would also be great for junior readers starting out with chapter books." -- The Spinoff "I love them. They're warm, they're witty." -- John McIntyre, Radio New Zealand "This would make a nice read aloud to younger elementary school children. Also recommend to kids who like animal stories like Frog and Toad by Lobel or the Little Bear stories by Minarik." -- Starred review, Youth Services Book Review "There are some real ethical dilemmas in this book, for which reason I think it would be really rewarding to read aloud and discuss with children. It would also be great for junior readers starting out with chapter books." -- The Spinoff Joy Cowley's witty narrative will keep young readers amused. Gavin Bishop's colour illustrations capture the various moods of the stories. The desert creatures are sympathetically depicted warts and all - yes, there are toads - and his beautiful endpapers display a wide range of birdlife. -- The SourceMore details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Wellington
New Zealand
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From Kindergarten to Second Grade, Reading Age: From 7 to 8 years, Interest Age: From 5 to 8 years
File size
4,80 MB
ISBN-13
978-1-77657-106-2 (9781776571062)
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Joy Cowley is one of New Zealand's best-loved writers. Her awards include the Margaret Mahy Medal; the NZ Post Children's Book Award 2006; the Roberta Long Medal, Alabama, USA; and the AW Reed Award for Contribution to New Zealand Literature. She is a Distinguished Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
