Ollie's Ski Trip by Elsa Beskow
Six-year-old Ollie is given his first pair of real skis. As soon as the snow begins to fall he heads off into the woods and meets sparkling Jack Frost, who shoos away damp Mrs Thaw. Jack Frost takes him on an adventure to the palace of King Winter. Ollie has a wonderful time in a huge snowball fight! But will Mrs Thaw return too soon for Ollie to enjoy the snow?'Ollie has an adventure in the snowy forest on his skis meeting Jack Frost and King Winter, who shows Ollie his Ice Palace where all the Christmas presents are madeOllie plays on his toboggan until Mrs Thaw comes with her broom, to sweep away the snow and make way for Spring, on her chariot pulled by butterflies. A beautiful, seasonal tale suitable for 3-7 year olds.'
-- Hilary Woolf with Isaac, age 4, Education Otherwise, December 2004
Elsa Beskow (1874-1953) is the most popular children's author--illustrator in Sweden. Often described as Sweden's Beatrix Potter, Elsa Beskow's picture books have been known and loved for over a century. Her charming stories of children and magical folk, accompanied by her signature illustrations, are known and cherished the world over.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780863150913 |
| ISBN 10 | 0863150918 |
| Title | Ollie's Ski Trip |
| Author | Elsa Beskow |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Floris Books |
| Year published | 1989-09-01 |
| Number of pages | 30 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |