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Jolly Olly Octopus Tony Mitton

Jolly Olly Octopus By Tony Mitton

Jolly Olly Octopus by Tony Mitton


16,49 $
Condition - Very Good
9 in stock

Summary

Underneath the ocean, down beneath the sea, one wriggly octopus is giggling with glee.

Jolly Olly Octopus Summary

Jolly Olly Octopus by Tony Mitton

When Jolly Olly Octopus gets the giggles, it isn't long before the waves of bubbly laughter have spread to all his friends and the whole sea bed is awash with sea creatures chuckling away. But, oh no! Here comes Shark! Suddenly things aren't quite so funny any more.

The incredibly successful Tony Mitton and Guy Parkrer-Rees pair up again to bring you this bright and delightful rhyming romp.

Jolly Olly Octopus Reviews

Great fun! * School Librarian *
A witty counting rhyme that is perfect to read aloud * The Bookseller *
Any child you read this book to will fall about laughing * Waterstone's Books Quarterly *
An ideal book for reading aloud and sharing with your children * Local Family Lifestyle *
In the great tradition of bright and colourful children's books, the rhymes tick over with an infectious rhythm bordering on addictiveness for the listener. * Bournemouth Daily Echo *
A bright, commerical title for summer with a witty counting rhyme that is perfect to read aloud. * Bookseller *
To all those people who have ever enjoyed reciting rhymes with a younger child - get this book! Great fun! * School Librarian *
'Any child you read this to will fall about laughing at the octopus who gets the giggles. Catchy rhymes and repetition will get children joining in with you.' * Waterstone's Books Quarterly *

About Tony Mitton

Highly-respected poet Tony Mitton has written many titles for children, including the picture books illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees: Bumpus Jumpus Dinosaurumpus!, Down by the Cool of the Pool, Spookyrumpus (winner of the Sheffield Book Prize, the Dundee Book Award and the Portsmouth Book Award) and Jolly Olly Octopus among many others. In 2014 Tony won the prestigious CLPE Poetry Award for his retelling of Wayland. Tony spends his time writing, giving poetry performances and visiting primary schools. He lives in Cambridge. Guy Parker-Rees exuberant and energetic illustrations have made him a household name and one of today's bestselling children's illustrators. Notable successes include picture book classic Giraffes Can't Dance, a worldwide besteller; Spookyrumpus, winner of the Sheffield, Dundee and Portsmouth book awards, and the highly acclaimed All Afloat on Noah's Boat. Guy lives in Brighton with his wife and three sons.

Additional information

GOR003501934
9781846166877
184616687X
Jolly Olly Octopus by Tony Mitton
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Hachette Children's Group
2010-07-01
32
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

Customer Reviews - Jolly Olly Octopus