In this wordless picture book, Woodrow the elephant rows off to find adventure and discovers a mouse marooned at sea. As the two go through many adventures and rescue each other from dangers, they discover that the best thing to find on a journey is a true friend.

Award-winning author-illustrator Wallace Edwards is striking out in a bold, new artistic direction. Woodrow At Sea is a friendship story in the tradition of the great epics, but made accessible to the very young. Loose, energetic illustrations carry the story in this wordless picture book, which is packaged in a sturdy book format with a padded cover, extra-heavy pages, rounded corners, and a reinforced binding.

Little ones will cheer for Woodrow the elephant and his mouse friend while narrating the companions' tale: a lonely journey; an unlikely encounter; a brave rescue; and a series of adventures, each more exciting than the last.

The story will vary with the imagination of each teller, but in the end everyone will agree on one thing: no matter what you are seeking on your journey, the best treasure you can find is a true friend.

5,000-copy print run; Featured at PLA, TLA, ALA Annual, and ILA with popular Publisher Spotlight booth; Pitch to major review media including The New York Times Book Review, Booklist, Publishers Weekly, and School Library Journal; target marketing to review centers, influential bloggers, and major library system selectors; classroom guide for educators; social media; e-Newsletter promotion

About the Author
Wallace Edwards is a beloved children's book author-illustrator whose vivid imagination has transformed the world of animals and strange creatures for a generation of children. A graduate of the Ontario College of Art, he is a popular guest speaker at conferences and literary events. Wallace's awards and shortlists include the Governor General's Award, the IRA Children's Choice Award, and the Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children's Book Award. Wallace lives in Yarker, Ontario. Wallace Edwards is a beloved children's book author-illustrator whose vivid imagination has transformed the world of animals and strange creatures for a generation of children. A graduate of the Ontario College of Art, he is a popular guest speaker at conferences and literary events. Wallace's awards and shortlists include the Governor General's Award, the IRA Children's Choice Award, and the Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children's Book Award. Wallace lives in Yarker, Ontario.

Reviews

Praise for Woodrow at Sea

2018 IBBY Italia Silent Books Collection fourth edition selection

2018 Kirkus Reviews Best Wordless Picture Books of 2018 selection

2018 Bank Street Book of the Month, August

2018 CCBC Best Books for Kids & Teens selection

STARRED REVIEW "A lively, intelligent variation of full-page illustrations, double-page spreads, and spot vignettes keeps the pace active....A story of adventure and friendship without the boundaries of words, which becomes more personal and satisfying as a consequence."-Kirkus Reviews Starred Review

"This wordless book could also be called a beginning graphic novel...[A] good exemplar to show children how to create a wordless book (using illustrations to tell a story) as well as a fantastic example of a book that allows for elaboration and multiple interpretations by each reader...[A] strong addition to any library."-Resource Links Magazine

"Unquestionably, there is something quite refreshing in this excitingly new creative direction which Edwards has fully embraced in this latest publication....Woodrow at Sea is a fun-filled tale that offers something new with each reread....A beautiful reminder of the joy of a newfound friendship rooted in kindness, Woodrow at Sea is sure to become an instant favourite. Highly Recommended."-CM Magazine

"The characters are likeable in their animation and the 'plot' finds just the right mix of silly and scary....With this book, Edwards is moving in a different direction...embracing simplicity in his drawings...Woodrow at Sea is a delight."-Quill & Quire

"The elephant and the mouse went to sea ... and the rest of the story Woodrow at Sea is up to your interpretation of the cute and colorful watercolor illustrations in this wordless book."-Hakai Magazine

"Wallace Edwards wonderfully captures the adventure of a sea voyage...In vibrant watercolor-and-ink drawings, Edwards tells a delightful story of friendship, peril, teamwork, and song."-Christian Science Monitor

"For a story told with no words, Woodrow at Sea has much to tell. And a lesson in creative thinking and visual literacy would not go amiss here."-CanLit for LittleCanadians

Awards
Commended for IBBY Italia Silent Books Collection fourth edition selection 2018 (Italy) and Kirkus Best Wordless Picture Books selection 2018 (Canada) and Bank Street Book of the Month, August 2018 (United States) and Canadian Children's Book Centre Best Books for Kids & Teens selection 2018 (Canada).



Book Information
ISBN 9781772780291
Author Wallace Edwards
Format Hardback
Page Count 32
Imprint Pajama Press
Publisher Pajama Press
Weight(grams) 352g
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 203mm * 13mm