New Reader (Pokeweed Press)
7 total works
When a lonely, little frog arrives at the zoo, he is disappointed that all the other animals seem too busy to welcome him. As the animals rush past, he calls out, "I am new. May I play with you?" But each one tells him, "Not now. I am going to a party", and rushes past.Disappointment, however, turns to delight when the zookeeper explains that everyone is going to a party for their newest friend. "Who is your new friend?" asks the frog. "Our new friend is you", announces the entire group who shower the newcomer with gifts, decorations and cake.Bianchi's wonderful animal characters and his colorful party scene bring smiles to every child who has experienced the sense of being the new kid in class.
This playful bedtime story examines the plight of a community of zoo animals with insomnia. Full color.
A visitor to the zoo climbs on board the double-decker tour bus expecting to get a clear view of all the animals. But he soon discovers that not all of the zoo's inhabitants are easily found. This classic peek-a-boo offers a slight twist, however, when the bus reaches an overlook from which the visitor can see no animals at all. Full color.
