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Beegu


No. of pages 40

Published: 2018

Great for age 3-8 years

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Beegu is not supposed to be on Earth. She is lost. She is a friendly little creature, but the Earth People don't seem very welcoming at all. However, so far she has only met the BIG ones. The little ones are a different matter . . . an alien named Beegu who finds herself lost on Earth after her spaceship crash-lands. With her big eyes and floppy ears, Beegu is a lovable character who longs for companionship and understanding.As she explores her new surroundings, Beegu encounters various creatures, including animals and humans, but struggles to connect with them. Despite her friendly demeanor and attempts to make friends, the beings she meets are either frightened or uninterested in her, leaving her feeling lonely and out of place.Throughout her journey, Beegu searches for someone who will accept her for who she is. She longs for home and the comforting presence of her own kind. The story beautifully conveys themes of belonging, friendship, and the importance of acceptance, making it relatable for young readers who may have experienced feelings of isolation or being different.Eventually, Beegu finds solace in a group of children who are kind and welcoming, helping her feel more at home. The story concludes on a hopeful note, highlighting the power of friendship and the joy of finding a place where one truly belongs.

 

 

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book has been graded for interest at 5-7 years.

There are 40 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2018 by Penguin Random House Children's UK .

Alexis Deacon graduated from the University of Brighton where he studied Illustration, with a first class honours degree. Before graduating he was also awarded the Burt Brill and Cardens award for the second best degree show in 2000. He now lives in London.

 

This book has been nominated for the following awards:

Parents' Choice Award
This book was recognised by the Parents' Choice Award.

Kate Greenaway Award
The Kate Greenaway Medal is a prestigious annual award presented in the United Kingdom to honour outstanding illustration in children's literature. Established in 1955, the award is named after the famous Victorian illustrator and author Kate Greenaway, who is celebrated for her charming and distinctive illustrations in children's books. The Kate Greenaway Medal aims to recognize and celebrate exceptional illustrations in children's books, highlighting the critical role that visual storytelling plays in engaging young readers. The award is open to any book that is illustrated for children and published in the UK during the eligibility period. This includes various genres, such as picture books, graphic novels, and illustrated stories. A panel of judges reviews submissions to select the shortlist of nominated titles. The judging criteria focus on artistic merit, originality, and the ability to enhance the story being told. The shortlisted titles are announced each year, and the winner is selected from this list

"This tale of an extraterrestrial is given depth and pathos by heart-twanging illustrations." -- Steve Cole * S Magazine, Sunday Express *

 

"An absolute treasure, full of visual metaphor and riches which reveal themselves more and more at each reading" -- Valerie Coghlan * Inis *

 

"The accomplished artwork underscores the children's easy acceptance of Beegu and highlights the book's uplifting message that acts of kindness have lasting effects" * Publishers Weekly *

 

"Alexis Deacon's atmospheric illustrations capture the pathos of being an outsider" -- Julia Eccleshare * Guardian *

 

"Moving and heart-warming" * Financial Times *