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Nicola Kinnear

Can I Play?

Can I Play?

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Grumpy George doesn't want friends, but he meets Pebble, a funny little seal. This funny story about making friends and overcoming differences will resonate with children and adults alike. Full of warmth, humor, and wonderful illustrations, it is sure to become a storytime favorite.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2022
Publisher: Scholastic


Shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2023!

Grumpy George doesn't want friends - until he meets a funny little seal called Pebble.

George the dog loves living alone on his island. He likes to do everything his own way, and friends would just ruin things.

But one day, a cheerful little seal wiggles up to him. Her name is Pebble, and she's determined to be George's friend, whether he likes it or not.

George is quiet and grumpy. Pebble is lively and funny. Can this odd couple ever become friends?

This wonderfully funny story about making friends and overcoming differences will strike a chord with children and grown-ups alike. Full of warmth, humor, and wonderful illustrations, it's guaranteed to become a storytime favorite!

Nicola Kinnear's previous picture books, A Little Bit Brave, Dragons Don't Share, and Shhh! Quiet! have won her many fans all round the world.

Her gorgeously illustrated books are full of fabulous characters, and wonderful messages about sharing, friendship, courage, and kindness.

Nicola Kinnear is one of the brightest new stars in children's books. Her debut picture book, A Little Bit Brave, has been shortlisted for several awards and translated into 20 languages.

PRAISE FOR CAN I PLAY?:

This book is an ideal book for bedtime but would also work well as a classroom activity to support young children in developing an understanding of each other's emotions and discussing how their own behaviors may make others feel.

- Karan Vickers-Hulse, Just Imagine Story Centre

Warm and reassuring - ideal for every child who is anxious about new experiences. Stylish illustrations and hilarious characterization - a future classic

- TOPPSTA

A really special picture book - BOOKWAGON

PRAISE FOR A LITTLE BIT BRAVE:

a new talent to look out for - Bookseller

funny and reassuring. . . . superbly illustrated - Pa.

Weight: 200g
Dimension: 276 x 222 x 5 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781407199658

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