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John Hare

A Mouthful of Minnows

A Mouthful of Minnows

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A Mouthful of Minnows is a humorous picture book about Alphonso the alligator snapping turtle's patience, generosity, friendship, and empathy. It will lure in fans of Ryan T. Higginss We Dont Eat Our Classmates and Peter Browns You Will Be My Friend. John Hares artwork is textured, playful, educational, and energetic, bringing the underwater setting to life.

Format: Hardback
Length: 40 pages
Publication date: 23 June 2022
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc


A fishing story like no other! Alphonso the alligator snapping turtle is eagerly awaiting his breakfast, but what if his meal turns out to be too likable and friendly to eat? A Mouthful of Minnows is a delightful picture book that explores themes of patience, generosity, friendship, and empathy, along with the captivating mysteries of nature. This captivating tale will captivate fans of Ryan T. Higgins' We Don't Eat Our Classmates and Peter Brown's You Will Be My Friend!

At the bottom of the pond, Alphonso the snapping turtle opens his mouth wide, wiggles his worm-like tongue, and patiently waits for his breakfast. He barely notices a tiny minnow, but his excitement grows when the entire school arrives. Alphonso's perseverance has paid off, and he is thrilled to have a whole family of minnows to celebrate with. However, as the celebration unfolds, Alphonso's true character emerges, and he begins to have second thoughts about the breakfast he has been eagerly anticipating.

Acclaimed author-artist John Hares' artwork is textured, playful, educational, and energetic, bringing the depths of the underwater setting to life. A Mouthful of Minnows is a surprising and heartwarming picture book that is perfect for story time and bedtime. Additionally, it includes informative information about alligator snapping turtles, making it an excellent resource for children interested in these fascinating creatures.

Weight: 426g
Dimension: 241 x 241 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780063093225

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