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Zusatztext The text provides just the right amount of tension and repetition to propel the story forward at a nice pace. Reminiscent of Joan L. Nodset’s classic Who Took the Farmer’s Hat? Informationen zum Autor Jackie Azúa Kramer was born in Manhattan, New York. Many lives ago Jackie was an actor, singer, and school counselor. Her work with children presented her with an opportunity to address their concerns, secrets, and hopes through storytelling. Many of Jackie's best ideas happen in a bathtub full of bubbles. Jackie and her family live happily in Long Island, New York. The Green Umbrella is Jackie's first picture book. Visit jackie at www.jackieazuakramer.com Klappentext When Elephant takes a quiet stroll with his green umbrella, he's hindered by Hedgehog, Cat, Bear, and Rabbit, each asserting that his umbrella is truly their boat, tent, flying machine, and cane. Zusammenfassung A 2017 Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year. Mom's Choice Award - Gold Things aren’t always what they seem in this charming tale of imagination! sharing and friendship. When Elephant takes a peaceful walk with his green umbrella! he’s interrupted by Hedgehog! Cat! Bear! and Rabbit—all claiming that they’ve had exciting adventures with his umbrella. After all! it is an umbrella! and it certainly hasn’t been on any adventures more exciting than a walk in the rain. Or has it? Jackie Azúa Kramer and illustrator Maral Sassouni both make their debut in this fun read-aloud!
