Walk on the Wild Side
- Publisher
- Kids Can Press
- Initial publish date
- Sep 2021
- Category
- Friendship, Humorous Stories, General
- Recommended Age
- 3 to 7
- Recommended Grade
- p to 2
- Recommended Reading age
- 3 to 7
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Paperback / softback
- ISBN
- 9781525305641
- Publish Date
- Sep 2021
- List Price
- $8.99
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Hardback
- ISBN
- 9781771381093
- Publish Date
- Mar 2015
- List Price
- $21.99
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Description
This clever picture book tells readers right away what to expect. “There once was a bear, a moose and a beaver who loved adventure. But sometimes their competitive natures got in the way of having fun.” One day, the three set off to climb a mountain together. But on the way there, they decide to make it more exciting by turning the climb into a race to the top. It's only after being sidelined by a series of mishaps --- a boulder tumbling down the path, the moose hanging off the side of the cliff, the bear hanging off the moose hanging off the side of the cliff --- that the three friends realize competitions don't always make for a good time. “At the end of the day, the bear, the moose and the beaver agreed that reaching the top of the mountain was great, but enjoying the journey together was even better.”
This funny, contemporary fable is from Nicholas Oldland's popular Life in the Wild series. The wonderful fun here is the comedy that highlights the adventure, in both the dry humor of the text as well as the simple, earth-toned illustrations that provide a humorous visual play-by-play of the action. This would make a terrifically entertaining storytime title, easily promoting the importance of teamwork, kindness and friendship. It could also be used in the early grades as part of a classroom discussion of woodland animals and their habitats. Another lesson here is the pleasure of getting outdoors for recreation.
About the author
Nicholas Oldland est le directeur artistique et l'un des propriétaires d'une entreprise de vêtements nommée Hatley. Ses motifs reconnus sont imprimés sur des pyjamas, des imperméables, des bottes de pluie et des chandails, tous signés Hatley. Aux Éditions Scholastic, il a écrit et illustré plusieurs albums dont L'ours qui aimait les arbres, L'orignal qui avait la frousse et Les amis qui ne pensaient qu'à gagner. Nicholas habite à Toronto.
Nicholas Oldland earned a degree in fine arts at Mount Allison University in New Brunswick, Canada, and enjoyed success as a commercial artist and filmmaker before taking up the role of creative director at Hatley, a popular apparel company. Big Bear Hugis his first picture book.
Awards
- Winner, Best Books for Kids & Teens, Canadian Children's Book Centre
Editorial Reviews
Using simple text and clear, uncluttered illustrations, Oldland has created a warm story of friendship.
Booklist
This fast-paced book will appeal to younger children. It has great potential as a fun storytime read.
CM Magazine
Another fine lesson couched in a tale that never becomes didactic.
Kirkus Reviews
A very well illustrated book...
Resource Links
Probably best for one-on-one sharing, this simple story is a charmer.
School Library Journal
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Présentoir de comptoir : Les amis qui fêtaient Noël
One Wild Christmas
Hop! Au lit!
Hop into Bed!
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