Awards
- Commended for Capitol Choices: Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens (Up to Seven) 2015
Overview
Tapir wants to express himself, but he can't find the words! Tapir and his friends all have nice new notebooks, just waiting to be filled. Giraffe decides to write a poem, Hippo writes a story, and Flamingo composes a beautiful song. But poor Tapir can't think of anything to write --and the harder he tries the more upset he becomes! But everything starts to change when Tapir stops trying to write and begins to draw. This gentle story from author and illustrator Natalie Russell will inspire even the littlest artists to find their creative spark.
Full Product Details
Author: Natalie Russell ,
Natalie Russell
Publisher: Peachtree Publishing Company
Imprint: Peachtree Publishing Company
Dimensions:
Width: 25.40cm
, Height: 1.00cm
, Length: 25.10cm
Weight: 0.386kg
ISBN: 9781561457397
ISBN 10: 1561457396
Publication Date: 01 March 2014
Recommended Age: From 4 to 8 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
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Children / Juvenile
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
Anyone who has ever hunted for inspiration will relate to this delightful story about creativity and friendship. The seemingly simple, rhythmic text blossoms into a tender story of longing and accomplishment. The universal theme of discovering one's special talents is explored in this tale of friendship and the power of creativity. Russell's story stars a tapir whose tubby form, demure snout, and pinprick eyes offer a winsome addition to the traditional picture book menagerie.... While most of the writing is in sweet earnest, the moments in which Russell allows herself gentle hints of irony...are the story's best. Russell's... soft, colorful screen-print-style illustrations fill the pages with sunny skies, vast landscapes, and friendly, contemplative animal friends. Young readers will likely sympathize with the roly-poly Tapir as he worries about whether he is as good as his friends, and they will cheer when he finally discovers his own skills to be proud of.
Anyone who has ever hunted for inspiration will relate to this delightful story about creativity and friendship. Russell's story stars a tapir whose tubby form, demure snout, and pinprick eyes offer a winsome addition to the traditional picture book menagerie.... While most of the writing is in sweet earnest, the moments in which Russell allows herself gentle hints of irony...are the story's best. Russell's... soft, colorful screen-print-style illustrations fill the pages with sunny skies, vast landscapes, and friendly, contemplative animal friends. Young readers will likely sympathize with the roly-poly Tapir as he worries about whether he is as good as his friends, and they will cheer when he finally discovers his own skills to be proud of. The seemingly simple, rhythmic text blossoms into a tender story of longing and accomplishment. The universal theme of discovering one's special talents is explored in this tale of friendship and the power of creativity.
Anyone who has ever hunted for inspiration will relate to this delightful story about creativity and friendship. Russell's story stars a tapir whose tubby form, demure snout, and pinprick eyes offer a winsome addition to the traditional picture book menagerie.... While most of the writing is in sweet earnest, the moments in which Russell allows herself gentle hints of irony...are the story's best. The seemingly simple, rhythmic text blossoms into a tender story of longing and accomplishment. The universal theme of discovering one's special talents is explored in this tale of friendship and the power of creativity. Russell's... soft, colorful screen-print-style illustrations fill the pages with sunny skies, vast landscapes, and friendly, contemplative animal friends. Young readers will likely sympathize with the roly-poly Tapir as he worries about whether he is as good as his friends, and they will cheer when he finally discovers his own skills to be proud of.
Author Information
Natalie Russell is an author, illustrator, and printmaker whose work has been widely exhibited. When she's not in her studio creating books, she can be found at Dundee University in Scotland where she teaches illustration. Natalie Russell is an author, illustrator, and printmaker whose work has been widely exhibited. When she's not in her studio creating books, she can be found at Dundee University in Scotland where she teaches illustration.
