Description
Hugo is getting ready before he sets out to practise his water ballet routine at the local swimming pool. Bella, annoyingly, is copying everything he does. She even picks out the same outfit as Hugo . . . hat, goggles, water wings, flippers and gingham costume. Hrmph! Bella continues to copy Hugo once they're in the water, adding to his infuriation. But then a poolside bird and hippo rush to take a photo of Hugo and Bella's fabulous routine, swimming in perfect harmony. And the copying that caused all the friction is now something to be proud of! Hugo and Bella head straight for the ice-cream parlour to celebrate but will they choose the same flavour or will they both want something different? With wonderfully quirky illustrations from new talent Simon Rickerty and a great read-aloud text, this is a made-for-sharing picture book.
How to get on swimmingly with your best friend!
About the Author
Ann Bonwill grew up in America. Her mother worked as a children's librarian so Ann was always surrounded by books and she loved to read and write stories throughout her childhood. After gaining a psychology degree and a master's degree in social work, Ann worked in a variety of social care positions in schools and hospitals and taught at a Montessori school. Ann lives in the US with her husband and young son. Ann is the author of Pocket's Christmas Wish, also published by OUP. Simon Rickerty has been drawing pictures and creating characters ever since he can remember. He studied illustration at the London College of Communication and graduated in graphic and media design. He then went on to complete a masters in communication, art and design at the Royal College of Art. Simon lives in Somerset.
Reviews
"An unlikely pairing - a hippo and a bird - but one that works really well in these books dealing which explore friendship and deal with situations familiar to toddlers. A delightful story which will really appeal to children." * Parents in Touch *
"This is one for reading aloud." * Anna Carey, Irish Times *
Book Information
ISBN 9780192745453
Author Ann Bonwill
Format Paperback
Page Count 32
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Dimensions(mm) 227mm * 270mm * 3mm
How to get on swimmingly with your best friend!
About the Author
Ann Bonwill grew up in America. Her mother worked as a children's librarian so Ann was always surrounded by books and she loved to read and write stories throughout her childhood. After gaining a psychology degree and a master's degree in social work, Ann worked in a variety of social care positions in schools and hospitals and taught at a Montessori school. Ann lives in the US with her husband and young son. Ann is the author of Pocket's Christmas Wish, also published by OUP. Simon Rickerty has been drawing pictures and creating characters ever since he can remember. He studied illustration at the London College of Communication and graduated in graphic and media design. He then went on to complete a masters in communication, art and design at the Royal College of Art. Simon lives in Somerset.
Reviews
"An unlikely pairing - a hippo and a bird - but one that works really well in these books dealing which explore friendship and deal with situations familiar to toddlers. A delightful story which will really appeal to children." * Parents in Touch *
"This is one for reading aloud." * Anna Carey, Irish Times *
Book Information
ISBN 9780192745453
Author Ann Bonwill
Format Paperback
Page Count 32
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Dimensions(mm) 227mm * 270mm * 3mm
