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Pink Lion


No. of pages 32

Published: 2018

Great for age 0-8 years

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A bold and colourful picture book with a heart-warming story about always being yourself.A bold and colourful picture book with a heart-warming story about always being yourself. Arnold blends right in with his bright pink flamingo family. Then a growling gang of lions stops by and demands that Arnold should be more lion-like, just like them. Poor Arnold tries but misses his old life. But then his flamingo family is threatened by the growling gang. Is this the moment when Arnold will find his roar?

 

 

This book has been graded for interest at 3-7 years.

There are 32 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 Walker Books Ltd .

Jane Porter is a children's illustrator whose work ranges from picture and novelty books to children's maps, murals and hand-made books suitable for outreach work. She also runs a weekly art class for under 5s.

 

"Arnold the lion is pink, as is his family of flamingos. He feels he fits right in until a pride of lions meets him at the waterhole and tried to tell him ow a king of the jungle should behave." * Nursery World *

 

Throughout, the illustrations boldly coloured, limited palette and loose style add exuberance and fun to the telling of the story about identity and belonging. It does indeed seem that it(1)s love that makes a family. * Kirkus Reviews *

 

Utterly charming Arnold is a lovable character and has potential to become an iconic name in children's picture books. A sweet and enjoyable tale that your child will want to enjoy over and over again. * The Fountain Review *

 

This bold and bright picture book will promote discussions about identity and what makes a family. A terrific read-aloud, this is a story of courage, questioning, and belonging. * School Library Journal *

 

One of the most adorable book covers you will ever see. Bar none. It's just as engaging on the inside as well. This book will charm your socks off. * NC Teacher Stuff *

 

Feels like an instant classic in the making, a lovely moral tale with a feelgood end. * Read It Daddy *