Isla and Pickle: Best Friends by Kate Mclelland

Isla and Pickle: Best Friends by Kate Mclelland

Isla and Pickle, the adorable miniature Shetland pony, are best friends. Can Isla convince Dad Pickle should be her pet? The first adventure for the cheeky pair who live on a Scottish island. Full of fun and mischief with bright, humourous illustrations.

'Bright, colorful illustrations enhance this simple story of friendship'
-- Youth Services Book Review

'Low key, upbeat, cheerful, and just right for those who enjoy a good pony story (or dream of having a horse of their own). Colorful illustrations with plenty of background detail show little Pickle to be the kind of slightly mischievous pony that would make a good pal. Isla, meanwhile, decked out in a cable-knit sweater and plaid boots, is just determined and resourceful enough to deserve him.'
-- Randall Enos, Booklist

'The simple narrative and colourful cartoon illustrations give readers context clues to show the evolution and growth of Isla and Pickle's friendship. This is evident through the repeated images of Pickle even when he is not physically present. Pickle can be seen in the photographs Isla collects, a stuffed animal she has, and the clothing she chooses to wear... The illustrations have a childlike and playful quality... Patterns are a focal point throughout this book. Readers' eyes will be drawn to the textures, lines, and curves present in different patterns scattered throughout.'
-- School Library Journal

Praise for Kate McLelland's illustration:

‘Kate McLelland’s illustrations are bold and bright, simple but with enough to keep the interest and attention of wee bairns!'
– Scotsman

Kate McLelland is an accomplished illustrator and printmaker who studied at Edinburgh College of Art. She is also the illustrator of Hello Scottish Animals, There's a Hole in my Bagpipes, Wee Hamish, Wee Hamish and bestselling picture book There Was a Wee Lassie Who Swallowed a Midgie. Kate lives near Edinburgh with her husband, two children and a puppy.

SKU	Unavailable
ISBN 13	9781782504214
ISBN 10	1782504214
Title	Isla and Pickle: Best Friends
Author	Kate Mclelland
Series	Picture Kelpies
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Floris Books
Year published	2017-06-22
Number of pages	24
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.