Description
Meet Ned, a determined little hamster ready to win a big race!
3, 2, 1, go!
Ned the hamster has been in training for the Great Garden Hamster Race. But when race day arrives, the route is cluttered with critters in need of help. Will he realize that a few small acts of kindness are more important than winning at any cost?
This positive picture book from author-illustrator Kim Hillyard will inspire readers big and small to look up and offer help to those who might need it.
About the Author
After completing a degree in Drama at the University of Exeter, Kim Hillyard spent nine years working as a music journalist for various publications, including NME, Time Out, and the BBC. She has also worked as a drama and arts facilitator, delivering assemblies, storytelling, and workshops in schools, bookstores, and community spaces on everything from phonics to creative writing.
Reviews
"Generous sentiments against tempered storytelling make for a tangible glimpse of amiable competition mixed with a powerful draw toward cooperation. A necessary volume." -School Library Journal, starred review
Book Information
ISBN 9780593659045
Author Kim Hillyard
Format Hardback
Page Count 32
Imprint Penguin Workshop
Publisher Penguin Putnam Inc
Weight(grams) 415g
Dimensions(mm) 292mm * 240mm * 10mm
3, 2, 1, go!
Ned the hamster has been in training for the Great Garden Hamster Race. But when race day arrives, the route is cluttered with critters in need of help. Will he realize that a few small acts of kindness are more important than winning at any cost?
This positive picture book from author-illustrator Kim Hillyard will inspire readers big and small to look up and offer help to those who might need it.
About the Author
After completing a degree in Drama at the University of Exeter, Kim Hillyard spent nine years working as a music journalist for various publications, including NME, Time Out, and the BBC. She has also worked as a drama and arts facilitator, delivering assemblies, storytelling, and workshops in schools, bookstores, and community spaces on everything from phonics to creative writing.
Reviews
"Generous sentiments against tempered storytelling make for a tangible glimpse of amiable competition mixed with a powerful draw toward cooperation. A necessary volume." -School Library Journal, starred review
Book Information
ISBN 9780593659045
Author Kim Hillyard
Format Hardback
Page Count 32
Imprint Penguin Workshop
Publisher Penguin Putnam Inc
Weight(grams) 415g
Dimensions(mm) 292mm * 240mm * 10mm
