Splash by Henrietta Branford
Tactile, onomatopaeic and fun, this text by award-winner Henrietta Branford tells of a toddler's first visit to the seaside. Illustrated by Rosalind Beardshaw, who was shortlisted for the Sheffield Children's Book Award. Sand in my ears, Sand in my hair. Warm sand, wet sand, Sand everywhere. This fun text is perfect for bedtime sharing, describing the sensation of sand and water, and encouraging the possibilities of imaginative play at the seaside.
Beautifully illustrated and the fun text is ideal for reading aloud - Who MindsSimple and delightful celebration of the excitement of being at the sea-side- The Guardian
Henrietta Branford was born in India, and also lived in Jordan and the New Forest as a child. She began writing late in life, but soon became one of the best-known children's authors of her generation. In 1994 she won the Smarites Prize for DIMANCHE DILLER, and she was shorlisted for the Guardian Children's Fiction Award twice. Henrietta died in 1998 and in her memory the Branford Boase Award was created. Rosalind Beardshaw is a young illustrator with a growing reputation. Twice shortlisted for the Sheffield Children's Book Award, she is published by Bloomsbury and Hodder. She lives in York.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780340852804 |
| ISBN 10 | 0340852801 |
| Title | Splash |
| Author | Henrietta Branford |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Hachette Children's Group |
| Year published | 2003-06-12 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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