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A little penguin overcomes his BIGGEST fear in this universal rhyming story from the international bestselling creators of Giraffes Can't Dance!

Little Penguin Pip-Pip would love to join in with all his friends swimming in the sea, but there's just one problem . . . he's scared of water. Can Pip-Pip overcome his fears and finally take the plunge? This irresistible story shows that sometimes all it takes is a little bit of encouragement -- and a whole lot of heart -- to finally make that leap and be BRAVE!Be Brave, Little Penguin is the eagerly awaited new picture book from the creators of the bestselling Giraffes Can't Dance. Written in true Giles Andreae style, this feel-good rhyming story portrays a positive message of confidence and self-esteem. Illustrations filled with humor and warmth by Guy Parker-Rees will help make this touching tale a family favorite.

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ISBN-13:	9781338257267
Publisher:	Scholastic, Inc.
Publication date:	12/26/2017
Sold by:	Scholastic, Inc.
Format:	eBook
Pages:	32
File size:	108 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.
Age Range:	3 - 5 Years

About the Author

Giles Andreae is the author of many top-selling, award-winning picture books. These include Free to Be Elephant Me, Rumble in the Jungle, Commotion in the Ocean, and I Love My Mummy. However, it is for the international bestseller Giraffes Can't Dance that he is best known. Giles lives with his wife, Victoria, a children's clothes designer, and their four children by the river in Oxfordshire, UK.
Guy Parker-Rees' exuberant and energetic illustrations have made him a household name and one of today's bestselling children's illustrators. Notable successes include the picture book classic Giraffes Can't Dance, a worldwide bestseller; Spooky Hour; and Free to Be Elephant Me. Guy lives in Brighton, UK, with his wife and three sons.

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10/09/2017
A young penguin faces his fear in this rhyming tale from the team behind Giraffes Can’t Dance. While a colony’s penguins frolic in the sea, Pip-Pip stays on shore, building an igloo by himself: “Names like ‘Scaredy-Pip-Pip’/ Echoed in his ears./ He was sad and he was lonely,/ But he couldn’t show his tears.” When Pip-Pip’s parents ask what’s wrong, he responds with a worst-case scenario that includes freezing water, being unable to swim, and being eaten by a monster. Andreae’s story aims to inspire not just bravery but positive thinking, as evidenced by Pip-Pip’s mother’s reply: “What if in that water/ There are friends for you to meet?/ And what if it is light and warm/ And full of treats to eat?” She guides him to the water’s edge, where “he closed his eyes, he held his breath,/ And little Pip-Pip... jumped!” Parker-Rees creates an appealing balance between the sunny yellow sky, crisp white snow, and a shimmering sea of blue in his swoopy and loose images. Through the verse can be cloying or awkward, the message may still hit home with nervous readers. Ages 3–5. (Dec.)

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Praise for Giraffes Can't Dance:"Andreae's rhyming text has a jaunty rhythm that's likely to spark interest in the read-aloud crowd." — Publishers Weekly"Characters are whimsical and expressive." — School Library Journal"The bold, bright watercolors by Guy Parker-Rees will invite readers to kick up their heels and find their own internal harmony." — Amazon.com

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01/01/2018
PreS-Gr 1—The author of Giraffes Can't Dance is back with another animal story about overcoming obstacles. In this case, it's a little penguin's fear of water. While the other penguins frolic merrily in the icy Antarctic ocean, little Pip-Pip remains ashore, too afraid to join in the fun. Saddened by loneliness and the teasing cries of "Scaredy-Pip-Pip" from the other penguins, the little penguin sits alone until his parents intervene. While his dad is less than understanding, his mother's gentle approach pays off. She validates his fears, provides reassurance and support, and encourages him to think positively rather than let his fears hold him back. The illustrations complement the story, with dark, murky blues depicting the unknown depths of the ocean and vibrant yellow skies representing Pip-Pip's joy at discovering a new ability. VERDICT A welcome addition to the wealth of stories for young children on overcoming fears. The pleasant rhyme scheme makes it an excellent storytime or classroom read-aloud.—Kimberly Tolson, Concord Free Public Library, MA

School Library Journal

2017-09-18
A tiny penguin is afraid of the water.Pip-Pip, a roly-poly penguin whose body is mostly head and feet, sees the ocean as a murky, scary place. While all of his friends are splashing and playing, Pip-Pip stays ashore, tears rolling down his cheeks. Mommy penguin gently takes his flipper and encourages him to start slow. "But what if the water's FREEZING? / Mommy, what if I get in / And it's just too dark and deep for me? / And what if…I CAN'T swim?" His mom helps to reframe the situation: "What if in that water / There are friends for you to meet? / And what if it is LIGHT and WARM / And full of treats to eat?" Pip-Pip gathers his courage, tiptoes to the slippery edge, and JUMPS! A tale of overcoming fear is nothing new, but fans of the pair's previous work, Giraffes Can't Dance (2001), will cheer the easy resolution. Parker-Rees exchanges bold jungle colors for the icy cool hues of the Antarctic—with warm, sunny bursts for Pip-Pip's triumphant success. The jaunty rhyme scheme adds a note of cheer to counteract Pip-Pip's nervousness and timidity.Andreae and Parker-Rees team up once again for another zoological confidence booster. (Picture book. 3-6)

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