Twoo Twit by Kes Gray
Owls are supposed to be wise, but Twoo Twit is anything but! He loves playing on haybales and playing poohsticks, but he really doesn't like going to school. Until one day when he goes to play in the church tower and gets the fright of his life! Suddenly, he realises that learning to read might actually be a good thing! A witty cautionary tale from award-winning children's author Kes Gray.
This book will encourage would-be readers because it is such good fun * Carousel *
The illustrations are appealing with intriguing details * Practical Professional Child Care *
Appealing * Junior *
Although a cautionary tale, Twoo twit is thoroughly enjoyable * Write Away *
Mary McQuillan's enchanting illustrations are full of lovely detailsThe bold brush stokes and colour and the beautifully careful compositions are equally well suited to getting across the fluffy cuteness of the forest creatures and the harshness of Twoo Twit's uncomfortable night. The delightful pictures lift the story above its rather worthy message sufficiently to engage even more cynical young readers. * Writeaway.org.uk *
Twoo Twit is not a wise owl. And the reason why? He's a secret truant. It's not until his lack of education comes to light that he realizes there's a lot to be said for being a learned owl. An appealing tale of a cheeky errant owl who mends his ways. * Junior *
The illustrations are appealing with intriguing details * Practical Professional Child Care *
Appealing * Junior *
Although a cautionary tale, Twoo twit is thoroughly enjoyable * Write Away *
Mary McQuillan's enchanting illustrations are full of lovely detailsThe bold brush stokes and colour and the beautifully careful compositions are equally well suited to getting across the fluffy cuteness of the forest creatures and the harshness of Twoo Twit's uncomfortable night. The delightful pictures lift the story above its rather worthy message sufficiently to engage even more cynical young readers. * Writeaway.org.uk *
Twoo Twit is not a wise owl. And the reason why? He's a secret truant. It's not until his lack of education comes to light that he realizes there's a lot to be said for being a learned owl. An appealing tale of a cheeky errant owl who mends his ways. * Junior *
Kes lives in Witham , Essex, with his wife, young family and assortment of animals. He is a born storyteller. Voted by the Independent as one of the TOP TEN children's authors only a year after publishing his first book, he is a major talent.
Mary McQuillan was shorlisted for the Sheffield Book Award for her first picture book 'Who's Poorly, Too' Written by FCBG winner Kes Gray. She is a highly successful illustrator with a knack for character and humour.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780340882115 |
| ISBN 10 | 0340882115 |
| Title | Twoo Twit |
| Author | Kes Gray |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Hachette Children's Group |
| Year published | 2007-11-15 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |