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Brilliant book, 19 Oct 2008
This book is charming. It is about an owl 'Plop' who is afraid of the dark and so is encouraged by his parents to find out about it. By the end of the book Plop has listened to everyone's views and made his own mind up.
My daughter and I love this book!
Pine Class Review, 07 Oct 2008
In a dark, spooky, grey, forest a young barn owl called Plop sat on a branch outside his family's nest. Plop's father had decided to go hunting and had invited Plop to join him. Plop had said 'No'. Unfortunately Plop had a problem... he was afraid of the dark.
Plop's mother saw a little boy and told Plop to fly down to ask him about the dark.
Find out what Plop discovered about the dark, and follow his amazing adventure, in 'the Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark'.
Pine class really enjoyed reading about Plop's progress in this story and gave it 5 stars.
Ash Class' Review, 07 Oct 2008
This is a story about an owl that was afraid of the dark. He is called Plop. Plop is a barn owl, who is ALWAYS hungry! Plop is terrified of the dark. Which is weird as owls are night birds and not normally afraid of the dark. Plop has an adventure every day, he meets lots of new people who describe to Plop what the dark is about.
It is a funny story especially the part where he kept on asking for food, eating it and then asking what he'd eaten, and what was next. HAHAHA!
We thought it was an interesting book and particularly funny when Plop kept falling out of the tree. Or when he thought the young lady was Father Christmas.
Ash class thought that this story was an interesting, funny, fantastic, exciting, delightful, wonderful, superb, great, fascinating, amazing, spectaular adventure.
We recommend this book to everyone. It's a HOOT!
A book that needs no formal introduction, 05 Feb 2008
from Jill Tomlinson
Large paperback with 40 high quality shiny pages in the popular 2-page spread format.
Beautifully illustrated throughout, by Paul Howard.
From the back cover:-
`Plop is a baby barn owl.
He is the same as every baby Barn Owl that has ever been - except for one thing....he is afraid of the dark.
Beautifully illustrated by Paul Howard, this stunning new picture book is based on Jill Tomlinson's classic story.'
Example of text:-
"I don't want to be a night bird," Plop told his Mummy.
"Dark is nasty."
"You don't know that," she said. "You'd better find out about the dark before you make up your mind. Look, there's a little boy down there. Go and ask him."
So Plop, who was quite new at flying, took a deep breath and flew down........
In his quest to ease his fears, and with his Mummy's advice, Plop goes on to meet an old lady, a boy guarding a camp-fire, a girl who tells him about Father Christmas, a man with a telescope and a black cat who takes him exploring.
From these encounters, Plop comes to realize that the dark is not so nasty after all:-
The little boy said that DARK IS EXCITING.
The old lady said that DARK IS KIND.
The boy at the campfire said DARK IS FUN.
The little girl said DARK IS NECESSARY.
The man with the telescope said DARK IS WONDERFUL.
The black cat said DARK IS BEAUTIFUL.
and by the end of this delightful book, Plop has a different opinion on being a night bird as he joins his Mum and Dad to do what all barn owls do!
Love the book but watch out for the abridged version!, 11 Dec 2007
I loved this book when I was a child and was desperate to buy a copy for our little boy as our old copy was rather "well used". If you are a fan of the original version then watch out as I managed to purchase an abridged version by mistake (shown as new edition) - it wasn't very clear on the website that this was not the full book.
Look out for number of pages - the full copy has 112, abridged 40. The new shorter edition looks wonderful with lovely new illustrations and would be good for younger children but I'm too nostalgic for the original so will be swapping this.
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Customer Reviews
Brilliant book, 19 Oct 2008
This book is charming. It is about an owl 'Plop' who is afraid of the dark and so is encouraged by his parents to find out about it. By the end of the book Plop has listened to everyone's views and made his own mind up.
My daughter and I love this book!
Pine Class Review, 07 Oct 2008
In a dark, spooky, grey, forest a young barn owl called Plop sat on a branch outside his family's nest. Plop's father had decided to go hunting and had invited Plop to join him. Plop had said 'No'. Unfortunately Plop had a problem... he was afraid of the dark.
Plop's mother saw a little boy and told Plop to fly down to ask him about the dark.
Find out what Plop discovered about the dark, and follow his amazing adventure, in 'the Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark'.
Pine class really enjoyed reading about Plop's progress in this story and gave it 5 stars.
Ash Class' Review, 07 Oct 2008
This is a story about an owl that was afraid of the dark. He is called Plop. Plop is a barn owl, who is ALWAYS hungry! Plop is terrified of the dark. Which is weird as owls are night birds and not normally afraid of the dark. Plop has an adventure every day, he meets lots of new people who describe to Plop what the dark is about.
It is a funny story especially the part where he kept on asking for food, eating it and then asking what he'd eaten, and what was next. HAHAHA!
We thought it was an interesting book and particularly funny when Plop kept falling out of the tree. Or when he thought the young lady was Father Christmas.
Ash class thought that this story was an interesting, funny, fantastic, exciting, delightful, wonderful, superb, great, fascinating, amazing, spectaular adventure.
We recommend this book to everyone. It's a HOOT!
A book that needs no formal introduction, 05 Feb 2008
from Jill Tomlinson
Large paperback with 40 high quality shiny pages in the popular 2-page spread format.
Beautifully illustrated throughout, by Paul Howard.
From the back cover:-
`Plop is a baby barn owl.
He is the same as every baby Barn Owl that has ever been - except for one thing....he is afraid of the dark.
Beautifully illustrated by Paul Howard, this stunning new picture book is based on Jill Tomlinson's classic story.'
Example of text:-
"I don't want to be a night bird," Plop told his Mummy.
"Dark is nasty."
"You don't know that," she said. "You'd better find out about the dark before you make up your mind. Look, there's a little boy down there. Go and ask him."
So Plop, who was quite new at flying, took a deep breath and flew down........
In his quest to ease his fears, and with his Mummy's advice, Plop goes on to meet an old lady, a boy guarding a camp-fire, a girl who tells him about Father Christmas, a man with a telescope and a black cat who takes him exploring.
From these encounters, Plop comes to realize that the dark is not so nasty after all:-
The little boy said that DARK IS EXCITING.
The old lady said that DARK IS KIND.
The boy at the campfire said DARK IS FUN.
The little girl said DARK IS NECESSARY.
The man with the telescope said DARK IS WONDERFUL.
The black cat said DARK IS BEAUTIFUL.
and by the end of this delightful book, Plop has a different opinion on being a night bird as he joins his Mum and Dad to do what all barn owls do!
Love the book but watch out for the abridged version!, 11 Dec 2007
I loved this book when I was a child and was desperate to buy a copy for our little boy as our old copy was rather "well used". If you are a fan of the original version then watch out as I managed to purchase an abridged version by mistake (shown as new edition) - it wasn't very clear on the website that this was not the full book.
Look out for number of pages - the full copy has 112, abridged 40. The new shorter edition looks wonderful with lovely new illustrations and would be good for younger children but I'm too nostalgic for the original so will be swapping this.
small but concise, 04 Oct 2007
I bought this recently for a 9 year old who has just started riding and I think it is perfect for a beginner to intermediate rider.There is a lot of information here such as caring for a horse, many different ways to ride and trouble shooting problems. I rode for 3 years and I'm learning from it and ordered another copy for my own daughter. I think it's small size is a bonus as you could/should take it riding with you.
Small, But Full of Info., 29 Dec 2006
I am a teenager, and was looking for horse books when our school had their annual "Book Fair" I came across this book and was in two minds about buying it. It looks aimed at very young children, but you'd be surprised at the content. It is little, as therefore doesnt go into alot of detail, but doesnt go into as much detail as possible for the size of the book. I was glad I decided to buy it, as it covers everything from taking your first steps, to jumping, and competing, from grooming to mucking out, and catching horses in their field, with handy little extra tips. 9/10, its only fault it its size!!
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Customer Reviews
Brilliant book, 19 Oct 2008
This book is charming. It is about an owl 'Plop' who is afraid of the dark and so is encouraged by his parents to find out about it. By the end of the book Plop has listened to everyone's views and made his own mind up.
My daughter and I love this book!
Pine Class Review, 07 Oct 2008
In a dark, spooky, grey, forest a young barn owl called Plop sat on a branch outside his family's nest. Plop's father had decided to go hunting and had invited Plop to join him. Plop had said 'No'. Unfortunately Plop had a problem... he was afraid of the dark.
Plop's mother saw a little boy and told Plop to fly down to ask him about the dark.
Find out what Plop discovered about the dark, and follow his amazing adventure, in 'the Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark'.
Pine class really enjoyed reading about Plop's progress in this story and gave it 5 stars.
Ash Class' Review, 07 Oct 2008
This is a story about an owl that was afraid of the dark. He is called Plop. Plop is a barn owl, who is ALWAYS hungry! Plop is terrified of the dark. Which is weird as owls are night birds and not normally afraid of the dark. Plop has an adventure every day, he meets lots of new people who describe to Plop what the dark is about.
It is a funny story especially the part where he kept on asking for food, eating it and then asking what he'd eaten, and what was next. HAHAHA!
We thought it was an interesting book and particularly funny when Plop kept falling out of the tree. Or when he thought the young lady was Father Christmas.
Ash class thought that this story was an interesting, funny, fantastic, exciting, delightful, wonderful, superb, great, fascinating, amazing, spectaular adventure.
We recommend this book to everyone. It's a HOOT!
A book that needs no formal introduction, 05 Feb 2008
from Jill Tomlinson
Large paperback with 40 high quality shiny pages in the popular 2-page spread format.
Beautifully illustrated throughout, by Paul Howard.
From the back cover:-
`Plop is a baby barn owl.
He is the same as every baby Barn Owl that has ever been - except for one thing....he is afraid of the dark.
Beautifully illustrated by Paul Howard, this stunning new picture book is based on Jill Tomlinson's classic story.'
Example of text:-
"I don't want to be a night bird," Plop told his Mummy.
"Dark is nasty."
"You don't know that," she said. "You'd better find out about the dark before you make up your mind. Look, there's a little boy down there. Go and ask him."
So Plop, who was quite new at flying, took a deep breath and flew down........
In his quest to ease his fears, and with his Mummy's advice, Plop goes on to meet an old lady, a boy guarding a camp-fire, a girl who tells him about Father Christmas, a man with a telescope and a black cat who takes him exploring.
From these encounters, Plop comes to realize that the dark is not so nasty after all:-
The little boy said that DARK IS EXCITING.
The old lady said that DARK IS KIND.
The boy at the campfire said DARK IS FUN.
The little girl said DARK IS NECESSARY.
The man with the telescope said DARK IS WONDERFUL.
The black cat said DARK IS BEAUTIFUL.
and by the end of this delightful book, Plop has a different opinion on being a night bird as he joins his Mum and Dad to do what all barn owls do!
Love the book but watch out for the abridged version!, 11 Dec 2007
I loved this book when I was a child and was desperate to buy a copy for our little boy as our old copy was rather "well used". If you are a fan of the original version then watch out as I managed to purchase an abridged version by mistake (shown as new edition) - it wasn't very clear on the website that this was not the full book.
Look out for number of pages - the full copy has 112, abridged 40. The new shorter edition looks wonderful with lovely new illustrations and would be good for younger children but I'm too nostalgic for the original so will be swapping this.
small but concise, 04 Oct 2007
I bought this recently for a 9 year old who has just started riding and I think it is perfect for a beginner to intermediate rider.There is a lot of information here such as caring for a horse, many different ways to ride and trouble shooting problems. I rode for 3 years and I'm learning from it and ordered another copy for my own daughter. I think it's small size is a bonus as you could/should take it riding with you.
Small, But Full of Info., 29 Dec 2006
I am a teenager, and was looking for horse books when our school had their annual "Book Fair" I came across this book and was in two minds about buying it. It looks aimed at very young children, but you'd be surprised at the content. It is little, as therefore doesnt go into alot of detail, but doesnt go into as much detail as possible for the size of the book. I was glad I decided to buy it, as it covers everything from taking your first steps, to jumping, and competing, from grooming to mucking out, and catching horses in their field, with handy little extra tips. 9/10, its only fault it its size!!
The Story of the Little Mole, 29 Oct 2008
My 18 month old son is completely obsessed with this book. We read it 6 times a day and he giggles constantly when he sees the poo on the mole's head! His Grandmother bought it for him and intially I thought it was ridiculous and that he was too young - but she was right (as usual!)
Fun book!, 19 Oct 2008
My daughter loves this book, it is very funny and informative too! The only problem we have is that she wants to read it herself but I am afraid it will break, she is a rather rough 3 year old!
Faeces fun for everyone, 09 Aug 2008
This is a lovely book for children of ALL ages.The 'plain' version was good, but the PLOP UP version has just that little bit extra!!!!
And not only good fun, but educational too...country walks are a whole new experience when there's poo to be inspected and discussed. My 4 and 6 year old (girls) are fascinated!!!!! ...and quite well informed! Im just glad they're not yet into collecting samples. Yes,it's toilet humour but germ-free and odour-less! :0)
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Customer Reviews
Brilliant book, 19 Oct 2008
This book is charming. It is about an owl 'Plop' who is afraid of the dark and so is encouraged by his parents to find out about it. By the end of the book Plop has listened to everyone's views and made his own mind up.
My daughter and I love this book!
Pine Class Review, 07 Oct 2008
In a dark, spooky, grey, forest a young barn owl called Plop sat on a branch outside his family's nest. Plop's father had decided to go hunting and had invited Plop to join him. Plop had said 'No'. Unfortunately Plop had a problem... he was afraid of the dark.
Plop's mother saw a little boy and told Plop to fly down to ask him about the dark.
Find out what Plop discovered about the dark, and follow his amazing adventure, in 'the Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark'.
Pine class really enjoyed reading about Plop's progress in this story and gave it 5 stars.
Ash Class' Review, 07 Oct 2008
This is a story about an owl that was afraid of the dark. He is called Plop. Plop is a barn owl, who is ALWAYS hungry! Plop is terrified of the dark. Which is weird as owls are night birds and not normally afraid of the dark. Plop has an adventure every day, he meets lots of new people who describe to Plop what the dark is about.
It is a funny story especially the part where he kept on asking for food, eating it and then asking what he'd eaten, and what was next. HAHAHA!
We thought it was an interesting book and particularly funny when Plop kept falling out of the tree. Or when he thought the young lady was Father Christmas.
Ash class thought that this story was an interesting, funny, fantastic, exciting, delightful, wonderful, superb, great, fascinating, amazing, spectaular adventure.
We recommend this book to everyone. It's a HOOT!
A book that needs no formal introduction, 05 Feb 2008
from Jill Tomlinson
Large paperback with 40 high quality shiny pages in the popular 2-page spread format.
Beautifully illustrated throughout, by Paul Howard.
From the back cover:-
`Plop is a baby barn owl.
He is the same as every baby Barn Owl that has ever been - except for one thing....he is afraid of the dark.
Beautifully illustrated by Paul Howard, this stunning new picture book is based on Jill Tomlinson's classic story.'
Example of text:-
"I don't want to be a night bird," Plop told his Mummy.
"Dark is nasty."
"You don't know that," she said. "You'd better find out about the dark before you make up your mind. Look, there's a little boy down there. Go and ask him."
So Plop, who was quite new at flying, took a deep breath and flew down........
In his quest to ease his fears, and with his Mummy's advice, Plop goes on to meet an old lady, a boy guarding a camp-fire, a girl who tells him about Father Christmas, a man with a telescope and a black cat who takes him exploring.
From these encounters, Plop comes to realize that the dark is not so nasty after all:-
The little boy said that DARK IS EXCITING.
The old lady said that DARK IS KIND.
The boy at the campfire said DARK IS FUN.
The little girl said DARK IS NECESSARY.
The man with the telescope said DARK IS WONDERFUL.
The black cat said DARK IS BEAUTIFUL.
and by the end of this delightful book, Plop has a different opinion on being a night bird as he joins his Mum and Dad to do what all barn owls do!
Love the book but watch out for the abridged version!, 11 Dec 2007
I loved this book when I was a child and was desperate to buy a copy for our little boy as our old copy was rather "well used". If you are a fan of the original version then watch out as I managed to purchase an abridged version by mistake (shown as new edition) - it wasn't very clear on the website that this was not the full book.
Look out for number of pages - the full copy has 112, abridged 40. The new shorter edition looks wonderful with lovely new illustrations and would be good for younger children but I'm too nostalgic for the original so will be swapping this.
small but concise, 04 Oct 2007
I bought this recently for a 9 year old who has just started riding and I think it is perfect for a beginner to intermediate rider.There is a lot of information here such as caring for a horse, many different ways to ride and trouble shooting problems. I rode for 3 years and I'm learning from it and ordered another copy for my own daughter. I think it's small size is a bonus as you could/should take it riding with you.
Small, But Full of Info., 29 Dec 2006
I am a teenager, and was looking for horse books when our school had their annual "Book Fair" I came across this book and was in two minds about buying it. It looks aimed at very young children, but you'd be surprised at the content. It is little, as therefore doesnt go into alot of detail, but doesnt go into as much detail as possible for the size of the book. I was glad I decided to buy it, as it covers everything from taking your first steps, to jumping, and competing, from grooming to mucking out, and catching horses in their field, with handy little extra tips. 9/10, its only fault it its size!!
The Story of the Little Mole, 29 Oct 2008
My 18 month old son is completely obsessed with this book. We read it 6 times a day and he giggles constantly when he sees the poo on the mole's head! His Grandmother bought it for him and intially I thought it was ridiculous and that he was too young - but she was right (as usual!)
Fun book!, 19 Oct 2008
My daughter loves this book, it is very funny and informative too! The only problem we have is that she wants to read it herself but I am afraid it will break, she is a rather rough 3 year old!
Faeces fun for everyone, 09 Aug 2008
This is a lovely book for children of ALL ages.The 'plain' version was good, but the PLOP UP version has just that little bit extra!!!!
And not only good fun, but educational too...country walks are a whole new experience when there's poo to be inspected and discussed. My 4 and 6 year old (girls) are fascinated!!!!! ...and quite well informed! Im just glad they're not yet into collecting samples. Yes,it's toilet humour but germ-free and odour-less! :0)
Fun, educational, versitile, 03 Jun 2007
As long as you don't expect a storybook with a narrative you won't be disappointed. Each double page of this book is incredibly detailed with flora and insect life. Along the sides of the pictures are a selection of the insects singled out and named with a large, clear number by their side indicating how many of the little creatures you're looking for in the picture. The scenes are often from far-flung places such as deserts or jungles, with some more local forest and meadow scenes.
My three-and-a-half year-old son ADORES this book. Despite it not being a story he loves it at bedtime. He chooses which insect to search for and it really helps his visual scanning and concentration as he looks back and forth for each bug. Of course it also helps strengthen counting abilities, especially number conservation over delays and interruptions as he becomes distracted by some other interseting looking creature and asks about it.
I love books which are sneakily educational! This works for both my son and I.
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Customer Reviews
Brilliant book, 19 Oct 2008
This book is charming. It is about an owl 'Plop' who is afraid of the dark and so is encouraged by his parents to find out about it. By the end of the book Plop has listened to everyone's views and made his own mind up.
My daughter and I love this book! Pine Class Review, 07 Oct 2008
In a dark, spooky, grey, forest a young barn owl called Plop sat on a branch outside his family's nest. Plop's father had decided to go hunting and had invited Plop to join him. Plop had said 'No'. Unfortunately Plop had a problem... he was afraid of the dark.
Plop's mother saw a little boy and told Plop to fly down to ask him about the dark.
Find out what Plop discovered about the dark, and follow his amazing adventure, in 'the Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark'.
Pine class really enjoyed reading about Plop's progress in this story and gave it 5 stars.
Ash Class' Review, 07 Oct 2008
This is a story about an owl that was afraid of the dark. He is called Plop. Plop is a barn owl, who is ALWAYS hungry! Plop is terrified of the dark. Which is weird as owls are night birds and not normally afraid of the dark. Plop has an adventure every day, he meets lots of new people who describe to Plop what the dark is about.
It is a funny story especially the part where he kept on asking for food, eating it and then asking what he'd eaten, and what was next. HAHAHA!
We thought it was an interesting book and particularly funny when Plop kept falling out of the tree. Or when he thought the young lady was Father Christmas.
Ash class thought that this story was an interesting, funny, fantastic, exciting, delightful, wonderful, superb, great, fascinating, amazing, spectaular adventure.
We recommend this book to everyone. It's a HOOT!
A book that needs no formal introduction, 05 Feb 2008
from Jill Tomlinson
Large paperback with 40 high quality shiny pages in the popular 2-page spread format.
Beautifully illustrated throughout, by Paul Howard.
From the back cover:-
`Plop is a baby barn owl.
He is the same as every baby Barn Owl that has ever been - except for one thing....he is afraid of the dark.
Beautifully illustrated by Paul Howard, this stunning new picture book is based on Jill Tomlinson's classic story.'
Example of text:-
"I don't want to be a night bird," Plop told his Mummy.
"Dark is nasty."
"You don't know that," she said. "You'd better find out about the dark before you make up your mind. Look, there's a little boy down there. Go and ask him."
So Plop, who was quite new at flying, took a deep breath and flew down........
In his quest to ease his fears, and with his Mummy's advice, Plop goes on to meet an old lady, a boy guarding a camp-fire, a girl who tells him about Father Christmas, a man with a telescope and a black cat who takes him exploring.
From these encounters, Plop comes to realize that the dark is not so nasty after all:-
The little boy said that DARK IS EXCITING.
The old lady said that DARK IS KIND.
The boy at the campfire said DARK IS FUN.
The little girl said DARK IS NECESSARY.
The man with the telescope said DARK IS WONDERFUL.
The black cat said DARK IS BEAUTIFUL.
and by the end of this delightful book, Plop has a different opinion on being a night bird as he joins his Mum and Dad to do what all barn owls do! Love the book but watch out for the abridged version!, 11 Dec 2007
I loved this book when I was a child and was desperate to buy a copy for our little boy as our old copy was rather "well used". If you are a fan of the original version then watch out as I managed to purchase an abridged version by mistake (shown as new edition) - it wasn't very clear on the website that this was not the full book.
Look out for number of pages - the full copy has 112, abridged 40. The new shorter edition looks wonderful with lovely new illustrations and would be good for younger children but I'm too nostalgic for the original so will be swapping this. small but concise, 04 Oct 2007
I bought this recently for a 9 year old who has just started riding and I think it is perfect for a beginner to intermediate rider.There is a lot of information here such as caring for a horse, many different ways to ride and trouble shooting problems. I rode for 3 years and I'm learning from it and ordered another copy for my own daughter. I think it's small size is a bonus as you could/should take it riding with you. Small, But Full of Info., 29 Dec 2006
I am a teenager, and was looking for horse books when our school had their annual "Book Fair" I came across this book and was in two minds about buying it. It looks aimed at very young children, but you'd be surprised at the content. It is little, as therefore doesnt go into alot of detail, but doesnt go into as much detail as possible for the size of the book. I was glad I decided to buy it, as it covers everything from taking your first steps, to jumping, and competing, from grooming to mucking out, and catching horses in their field, with handy little extra tips. 9/10, its only fault it its size!! The Story of the Little Mole, 29 Oct 2008
My 18 month old son is completely obsessed with this book. We read it 6 times a day and he giggles constantly when he sees the poo on the mole's head! His Grandmother bought it for him and intially I thought it was ridiculous and that he was too young - but she was right (as usual!) Fun book!, 19 Oct 2008
My daughter loves this book, it is very funny and informative too! The only problem we have is that she wants to read it herself but I am afraid it will break, she is a rather rough 3 year old! Faeces fun for everyone, 09 Aug 2008
This is a lovely book for children of ALL ages.The 'plain' version was good, but the PLOP UP version has just that little bit extra!!!!
And not only good fun, but educational too...country walks are a whole new experience when there's poo to be inspected and discussed. My 4 and 6 year old (girls) are fascinated!!!!! ...and quite well informed! Im just glad they're not yet into collecting samples. Yes,it's toilet humour but germ-free and odour-less! :0) Fun, educational, versitile, 03 Jun 2007
As long as you don't expect a storybook with a narrative you won't be disappointed. Each double page of this book is incredibly detailed with flora and insect life. Along the sides of the pictures are a selection of the insects singled out and named with a large, clear number by their side indicating how many of the little creatures you're looking for in the picture. The scenes are often from far-flung places such as deserts or jungles, with some more local forest and meadow scenes.
My three-and-a-half year-old son ADORES this book. Despite it not being a story he loves it at bedtime. He chooses which insect to search for and it really helps his visual scanning and concentration as he looks back and forth for each bug. Of course it also helps strengthen counting abilities, especially number conservation over delays and interruptions as he becomes distracted by some other interseting looking creature and asks about it.
I love books which are sneakily educational! This works for both my son and I. Tuesday's Countdown: 7:58 p.m., 7:59 p.m., 8:00 p.m. Arise!, 11 May 2004
Tuesday is the most imaginative picture book that I have ever seen. It is a wordless fantasy of people, animals, and plants that allows you to supply your own story. As such, it will provide endless opportunities for you and your child to entertain one another. What really is going on? What does it mean? What will happen next Tuesday? The book is illustrated very much like a graphic novel (a series of comic books bound together in softcover form, if you haven't seen one) but without words. The book does have a few indicators of time and day of the week, that provide the minimal connection to reality needed to launch the story into space. The images here are very whimsical. Frogs fly on lily pads in formation like the Blue Angels, and create lots of unexpected fun. The book is most interesting when you see what happens on the second Tuesday. How about the third? You'll have to use your imagination for that one. This book deserves its Caldecott Medal for outstanding illustrations. In no other book that I can think of do the illustrations carry the story. The book uses vibrant colors, done in a low-key way. Stylistically, it is a take-off on the science fiction and super hero genres in pictures. You will be laughing out loud when you see what the frogs are up to. You will also enjoy the visual puns on textless pages. Where else can pictures tell the story? Have you ever engaged in pantomimes, shadow puppets, or charades with your child? If you haven't, this would be a good time to introduce those enjoyable games. Imagination can take you anywhere you want!
A book for all ages, 04 Jan 2002
I bought this book long before I had kids, because I loved the illustrations that seemed to jump off the page.
The story is cute and imaginative and always makes me smile inside and out. Now that I have kids it has become one of their favorite "comfort books" for rainy days.
Tuesday is no ordinary day!, 06 Jul 2001
One Tuesday evening by the light of the rising moon, a turtle on a log watches the sky because the frog are going to fly! See the fish gaping out from the water, the lilies in the swamp & the big fat frogs on their magic lily pads as the moon lightens the nighttime world. Behold the birds of the air fly squawking away as the frogs dive & swoop; behold the sleeping homes of humans way down below; see the lone midnight snacker in his kitchen not daring to look out his window. See, see - do you see dawn's early light & the frogs hurrying home, dropping their magic carpets on the highway where policemen, police dogs & detectives will ponder on a strange litter of lily pads. Do you know who's going to fly next Tuesday? I love a David Wiesner book - his pictures are filled with dramatic perspectives & improbabe, hilariously exciting, speculations! If you have not seen Tuesday I urge you to go find it.
Rediscover Imagination, 10 Jun 1999
My boyfriend and I have "read" this book several times together. How's that? We find a new favorite frog or interesting frog antic every time we read it....I cannot thank my three year old neice, now five years old, enough for asking me to read it to her two years ago over the holidays at my mom's (grammy's) house. I bought the hardcover book the next day and it has only gotten better and better every time! In the words of my neice in response to the first time I half asked/half read the words--Next Tuesday 7:58pm--OH NO! WHEN PIGS FLY! GRAMMY IS GONNA BE RICH!!!
pure excellence, 12 Apr 1998
this book is not only for children... it brings out the imagination in all. the single greatest book i have ever picked up is "tuesday" simply because without text it leaves the reader to make up the story as they turn the pages. instead of reading words and generating pictures in the mind the reader can generate a whole story around the pictures.
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Brilliant book, 19 Oct 2008
This book is charming. It is about an owl 'Plop' who is afraid of the dark and so is encouraged by his parents to find out about it. By the end of the book Plop has listened to everyone's views and made his own mind up.
My daughter and I love this book! Pine Class Review, 07 Oct 2008
In a dark, spooky, grey, forest a young barn owl called Plop sat on a branch outside his family's nest. Plop's father had decided to go hunting and had invited Plop to join him. Plop had said 'No'. Unfortunately Plop had a problem... he was afraid of the dark.
Plop's mother saw a little boy and told Plop to fly down to ask him about the dark.
Find out what Plop discovered about the dark, and follow his amazing adventure, in 'the Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark'.
Pine class really enjoyed reading about Plop's progress in this story and gave it 5 stars.
Ash Class' Review, 07 Oct 2008
This is a story about an owl that was afraid of the dark. He is called Plop. Plop is a barn owl, who is ALWAYS hungry! Plop is terrified of the dark. Which is weird as owls are night birds and not normally afraid of the dark. Plop has an adventure every day, he meets lots of new people who describe to Plop what the dark is about.
It is a funny story especially the part where he kept on asking for food, eating it and then asking what he'd eaten, and what was next. HAHAHA!
We thought it was an interesting book and particularly funny when Plop kept falling out of the tree. Or when he thought the young lady was Father Christmas.
Ash class thought that this story was an interesting, funny, fantastic, exciting, delightful, wonderful, superb, great, fascinating, amazing, spectaular adventure.
We recommend this book to everyone. It's a HOOT!
A book that needs no formal introduction, 05 Feb 2008
from Jill Tomlinson
Large paperback with 40 high quality shiny pages in the popular 2-page spread format.
Beautifully illustrated throughout, by Paul Howard.
From the back cover:-
`Plop is a baby barn owl.
He is the same as every baby Barn Owl that has ever been - except for one thing....he is afraid of the dark.
Beautifully illustrated by Paul Howard, this stunning new picture book is based on Jill Tomlinson's classic story.'
Example of text:-
"I don't want to be a night bird," Plop told his Mummy.
"Dark is nasty."
"You don't know that," she said. "You'd better find out about the dark before you make up your mind. Look, there's a little boy down there. Go and ask him."
So Plop, who was quite new at flying, took a deep breath and flew down........
In his quest to ease his fears, and with his Mummy's advice, Plop goes on to meet an old lady, a boy guarding a camp-fire, a girl who tells him about Father Christmas, a man with a telescope and a black cat who takes him exploring.
From these encounters, Plop comes to realize that the dark is not so nasty after all:-
The little boy said that DARK IS EXCITING.
The old lady said that DARK IS KIND.
The boy at the campfire said DARK IS FUN.
The little girl said DARK IS NECESSARY.
The man with the telescope said DARK IS WONDERFUL.
The black cat said DARK IS BEAUTIFUL.
and by the end of this delightful book, Plop has a different opinion on being a night bird as he joins his Mum and Dad to do what all barn owls do! Love the book but watch out for the abridged version!, 11 Dec 2007
I loved this book when I was a child and was desperate to buy a copy for our little boy as our old copy was rather "well used". If you are a fan of the original version then watch out as I managed to purchase an abridged version by mistake (shown as new edition) - it wasn't very clear on the website that this was not the full book.
Look out for number of pages - the full copy has 112, abridged 40. The new shorter edition looks wonderful with lovely new illustrations and would be good for younger children but I'm too nostalgic for the original so will be swapping this. small but concise, 04 Oct 2007
I bought this recently for a 9 year old who has just started riding and I think it is perfect for a beginner to intermediate rider.There is a lot of information here such as caring for a horse, many different ways to ride and trouble shooting problems. I rode for 3 years and I'm learning from it and ordered another copy for my own daughter. I think it's small size is a bonus as you could/should take it riding with you. Small, But Full of Info., 29 Dec 2006
I am a teenager, and was looking for horse books when our school had their annual "Book Fair" I came across this book and was in two minds about buying it. It looks aimed at very young children, but you'd be surprised at the content. It is little, as therefore doesnt go into alot of detail, but doesnt go into as much detail as possible for the size of the book. I was glad I decided to buy it, as it covers everything from taking your first steps, to jumping, and competing, from grooming to mucking out, and catching horses in their field, with handy little extra tips. 9/10, its only fault it its size!! The Story of the Little Mole, 29 Oct 2008
My 18 month old son is completely obsessed with this book. We read it 6 times a day and he giggles constantly when he sees the poo on the mole's head! His Grandmother bought it for him and intially I thought it was ridiculous and that he was too young - but she was right (as usual!) Fun book!, 19 Oct 2008
My daughter loves this book, it is very funny and informative too! The only problem we have is that she wants to read it herself but I am afraid it will break, she is a rather rough 3 year old! Faeces fun for everyone, 09 Aug 2008
This is a lovely book for children of ALL ages.The 'plain' version was good, but the PLOP UP version has just that little bit extra!!!!
And not only good fun, but educational too...country walks are a whole new experience when there's poo to be inspected and discussed. My 4 and 6 year old (girls) are fascinated!!!!! ...and quite well informed! Im just glad they're not yet into collecting samples. Yes,it's toilet humour but germ-free and odour-less! :0) Fun, educational, versitile, 03 Jun 2007
As long as you don't expect a storybook with a narrative you won't be disappointed. Each double page of this book is incredibly detailed with flora and insect life. Along the sides of the pictures are a selection of the insects singled out and named with a large, clear number by their side indicating how many of the little creatures you're looking for in the picture. The scenes are often from far-flung places such as deserts or jungles, with some more local forest and meadow scenes.
My three-and-a-half year-old son ADORES this book. Despite it not being a story he loves it at bedtime. He chooses which insect to search for and it really helps his visual scanning and concentration as he looks back and forth for each bug. Of course it also helps strengthen counting abilities, especially number conservation over delays and interruptions as he becomes distracted by some other interseting looking creature and asks about it.
I love books which are sneakily educational! This works for both my son and I. Tuesday's Countdown: 7:58 p.m., 7:59 p.m., 8:00 p.m. Arise!, 11 May 2004
Tuesday is the most imaginative picture book that I have ever seen. It is a wordless fantasy of people, animals, and plants that allows you to supply your own story. As such, it will provide endless opportunities for you and your child to entertain one another. What really is going on? What does it mean? What will happen next Tuesday? The book is illustrated very much like a graphic novel (a series of comic books bound together in softcover form, if you haven't seen one) but without words. The book does have a few indicators of time and day of the week, that provide the minimal connection to reality needed to launch the story into space. The images here are very whimsical. Frogs fly on lily pads in formation like the Blue Angels, and create lots of unexpected fun. The book is most interesting when you see what happens on the second Tuesday. How about the third? You'll have to use your imagination for that one. This book deserves its Caldecott Medal for outstanding illustrations. In no other book that I can think of do the illustrations carry the story. The book uses vibrant colors, done in a low-key way. Stylistically, it is a take-off on the science fiction and super hero genres in pictures. You will be laughing out loud when you see what the frogs are up to. You will also enjoy the visual puns on textless pages. Where else can pictures tell the story? Have you ever engaged in pantomimes, shadow puppets, or charades with your child? If you haven't, this would be a good time to introduce those enjoyable games. Imagination can take you anywhere you want!
A book for all ages, 04 Jan 2002
I bought this book long before I had kids, because I loved the illustrations that seemed to jump off the page.
The story is cute and imaginative and always makes me smile inside and out. Now that I have kids it has become one of their favorite "comfort books" for rainy days.
Tuesday is no ordinary day!, 06 Jul 2001
One Tuesday evening by the light of the rising moon, a turtle on a log watches the sky because the frog are going to fly! See the fish gaping out from the water, the lilies in the swamp & the big fat frogs on their magic lily pads as the moon lightens the nighttime world. Behold the birds of the air fly squawking away as the frogs dive & swoop; behold the sleeping homes of humans way down below; see the lone midnight snacker in his kitchen not daring to look out his window. See, see - do you see dawn's early light & the frogs hurrying home, dropping their magic carpets on the highway where policemen, police dogs & detectives will ponder on a strange litter of lily pads. Do you know who's going to fly next Tuesday? I love a David Wiesner book - his pictures are filled with dramatic perspectives & improbabe, hilariously exciting, speculations! If you have not seen Tuesday I urge you to go find it.
Rediscover Imagination, 10 Jun 1999
My boyfriend and I have "read" this book several times together. How's that? We find a new favorite frog or interesting frog antic every time we read it....I cannot thank my three year old neice, now five years old, enough for asking me to read it to her two years ago over the holidays at my mom's (grammy's) house. I bought the hardcover book the next day and it has only gotten better and better every time! In the words of my neice in response to the first time I half asked/half read the words--Next Tuesday 7:58pm--OH NO! WHEN PIGS FLY! GRAMMY IS GONNA BE RICH!!!
pure excellence, 12 Apr 1998
this book is not only for children... it brings out the imagination in all. the single greatest book i have ever picked up is "tuesday" simply because without text it leaves the reader to make up the story as they turn the pages. instead of reading words and generating pictures in the mind the reader can generate a whole story around the pictures.
An enjoyable book with lots to keep you interested, 06 Oct 2001
This is a pleasant story of two young birds - a swallow and a blackbird - who find aspects of each other's lives hard to believe. There is much to be learned from this book for the young reader - the habits of two British birds; information about British and African animals, and not least how two characters with very different lives can still be friends.
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Customer Reviews
Brilliant book, 19 Oct 2008
This book is charming. It is about an owl 'Plop' who is afraid of the dark and so is encouraged by his parents to find out about it. By the end of the book Plop has listened to everyone's views and made his own mind up.
My daughter and I love this book! Pine Class Review, 07 Oct 2008
In a dark, spooky, grey, forest a young barn owl called Plop sat on a branch outside his family's nest. Plop's father had decided to go hunting and had invited Plop to join him. Plop had said 'No'. Unfortunately Plop had a problem... he was afraid of the dark.
Plop's mother saw a little boy and told Plop to fly down to ask him about the dark.
Find out what Plop discovered about the dark, and follow his amazing adventure, in 'the Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark'.
Pine class really enjoyed reading about Plop's progress in this story and gave it 5 stars.
Ash Class' Review, 07 Oct 2008
This is a story about an owl that was afraid of the dark. He is called Plop. Plop is a barn owl, who is ALWAYS hungry! Plop is terrified of the dark. Which is weird as owls are night birds and not normally afraid of the dark. Plop has an adventure every day, he meets lots of new people who describe to Plop what the dark is about.
It is a funny story especially the part where he kept on asking for food, eating it and then asking what he'd eaten, and what was next. HAHAHA!
We thought it was an interesting book and particularly funny when Plop kept falling out of the tree. Or when he thought the young lady was Father Christmas.
Ash class thought that this story was an interesting, funny, fantastic, exciting, delightful, wonderful, superb, great, fascinating, amazing, spectaular adventure.
We recommend this book to everyone. It's a HOOT!
A book that needs no formal introduction, 05 Feb 2008
from Jill Tomlinson
Large paperback with 40 high quality shiny pages in the popular 2-page spread format.
Beautifully illustrated throughout, by Paul Howard.
From the back cover:-
`Plop is a baby barn owl.
He is the same as every baby Barn Owl that has ever been - except for one thing....he is afraid of the dark.
Beautifully illustrated by Paul Howard, this stunning new picture book is based on Jill Tomlinson's classic story.'
Example of text:-
"I don't want to be a night bird," Plop told his Mummy.
"Dark is nasty."
"You don't know that," she said. "You'd better find out about the dark before you make up your mind. Look, there's a little boy down there. Go and ask him."
So Plop, who was quite new at flying, took a deep breath and flew down........
In his quest to ease his fears, and with his Mummy's advice, Plop goes on to meet an old lady, a boy guarding a camp-fire, a girl who tells him about Father Christmas, a man with a telescope and a black cat who takes him exploring.
From these encounters, Plop comes to realize that the dark is not so nasty after all:-
The little boy said that DARK IS EXCITING.
The old lady said that DARK IS KIND.
The boy at the campfire said DARK IS FUN.
The little girl said DARK IS NECESSARY.
The man with the telescope said DARK IS WONDERFUL.
The black cat said DARK IS BEAUTIFUL.
and by the end of this delightful book, Plop has a different opinion on being a night bird as he joins his Mum and Dad to do what all barn owls do! Love the book but watch out for the abridged version!, 11 Dec 2007
I loved this book when I was a child and was desperate to buy a copy for our little boy as our old copy was rather "well used". If you are a fan of the original version then watch out as I managed to purchase an abridged version by mistake (shown as new edition) - it wasn't very clear on the website that this was not the full book.
Look out for number of pages - the full copy has 112, abridged 40. The new shorter edition looks wonderful with lovely new illustrations and would be good for younger children but I'm too nostalgic for the original so will be swapping this. small but concise, 04 Oct 2007
I bought this recently for a 9 year old who has just started riding and I think it is perfect for a beginner to intermediate rider.There is a lot of information here such as caring for a horse, many different ways to ride and trouble shooting problems. I rode for 3 years and I'm learning from it and ordered another copy for my own daughter. I think it's small size is a bonus as you could/should take it riding with you. Small, But Full of Info., 29 Dec 2006
I am a teenager, and was looking for horse books when our school had their annual "Book Fair" I came across this book and was in two minds about buying it. It looks aimed at very young children, but you'd be surprised at the content. It is little, as therefore doesnt go into alot of detail, but doesnt go into as much detail as possible for the size of the book. I was glad I decided to buy it, as it covers everything from taking your first steps, to jumping, and competing, from grooming to mucking out, and catching horses in their field, with handy little extra tips. 9/10, its only fault it its size!! The Story of the Little Mole, 29 Oct 2008
My 18 month old son is completely obsessed with this book. We read it 6 times a day and he giggles constantly when he sees the poo on the mole's head! His Grandmother bought it for him and intially I thought it was ridiculous and that he was too young - but she was right (as usual!) Fun book!, 19 Oct 2008
My daughter loves this book, it is very funny and informative too! The only problem we have is that she wants to read it herself but I am afraid it will break, she is a rather rough 3 year old! Faeces fun for everyone, 09 Aug 2008
This is a lovely book for children of ALL ages.The 'plain' version was good, but the PLOP UP version has just that little bit extra!!!!
And not only good fun, but educational too...country walks are a whole new experience when there's poo to be inspected and discussed. My 4 and 6 year old (girls) are fascinated!!!!! ...and quite well informed! Im just glad they're not yet into collecting samples. Yes,it's toilet humour but germ-free and odour-less! :0) Fun, educational, versitile, 03 Jun 2007
As long as you don't expect a storybook with a narrative you won't be disappointed. Each double page of this book is incredibly detailed with flora and insect life. Along the sides of the pictures are a selection of the insects singled out and named with a large, clear number by their side indicating how many of the little creatures you're looking for in the picture. The scenes are often from far-flung places such as deserts or jungles, with some more local forest and meadow scenes.
My three-and-a-half year-old son ADORES this book. Despite it not being a story he loves it at bedtime. He chooses which insect to search for and it really helps his visual scanning and concentration as he looks back and forth for each bug. Of course it also helps strengthen counting abilities, especially number conservation over delays and interruptions as he becomes distracted by some other interseting looking creature and asks about it.
I love books which are sneakily educational! This works for both my son and I. Tuesday's Countdown: 7:58 p.m., 7:59 p.m., 8:00 p.m. Arise!, 11 May 2004
Tuesday is the most imaginative picture book that I have ever seen. It is a wordless fantasy of people, animals, and plants that allows you to supply your own story. As such, it will provide endless opportunities for you and your child to entertain one another. What really is going on? What does it mean? What will happen next Tuesday? The book is illustrated very much like a graphic novel (a series of comic books bound together in softcover form, if you haven't seen one) but without words. The book does have a few indicators of time and day of the week, that provide the minimal connection to reality needed to launch the story into space. The images here are very whimsical. Frogs fly on lily pads in formation like the Blue Angels, and create lots of unexpected fun. The book is most interesting when you see what happens on the second Tuesday. How about the third? You'll have to use your imagination for that one. This book deserves its Caldecott Medal for outstanding illustrations. In no other book that I can think of do the illustrations carry the story. The book uses vibrant colors, done in a low-key way. Stylistically, it is a take-off on the science fiction and super hero genres in pictures. You will be laughing out loud when you see what the frogs are up to. You will also enjoy the visual puns on textless pages. Where else can pictures tell the story? Have you ever engaged in pantomimes, shadow puppets, or charades with your child? If you haven't, this would be a good time to introduce those enjoyable games. Imagination can take you anywhere you want!
A book for all ages, 04 Jan 2002
I bought this book long before I had kids, because I loved the illustrations that seemed to jump off the page.
The story is cute and imaginative and always makes me smile inside and out. Now that I have kids it has become one of their favorite "comfort books" for rainy days.
Tuesday is no ordinary day!, 06 Jul 2001
One Tuesday evening by the light of the rising moon, a turtle on a log watches the sky because the frog are going to fly! See the fish gaping out from the water, the lilies in the swamp & the big fat frogs on their magic lily pads as the moon lightens the nighttime world. Behold the birds of the air fly squawking away as the frogs dive & swoop; behold the sleeping homes of humans way down below; see the lone midnight snacker in his kitchen not daring to look out his window. See, see - do you see dawn's early light & the frogs hurrying home, dropping their magic carpets on the highway where policemen, police dogs & detectives will ponder on a strange litter of lily pads. Do you know who's going to fly next Tuesday? I love a David Wiesner book - his pictures are filled with dramatic perspectives & improbabe, hilariously exciting, speculations! If you have not seen Tuesday I urge you to go find it.
Rediscover Imagination, 10 Jun 1999
My boyfriend and I have "read" this book several times together. How's that? We find a new favorite frog or interesting frog antic every time we read it....I cannot thank my three year old neice, now five years old, enough for asking me to read it to her two years ago over the holidays at my mom's (grammy's) house. I bought the hardcover book the next day and it has only gotten better and better every time! In the words of my neice in response to the first time I half asked/half read the words--Next Tuesday 7:58pm--OH NO! WHEN PIGS FLY! GRAMMY IS GONNA BE RICH!!!
pure excellence, 12 Apr 1998
this book is not only for children... it brings out the imagination in all. the single greatest book i have ever picked up is "tuesday" simply because without text it leaves the reader to make up the story as they turn the pages. instead of reading words and generating pictures in the mind the reader can generate a whole story around the pictures.
An enjoyable book with lots to keep you interested, 06 Oct 2001
This is a pleasant story of two young birds - a swallow and a blackbird - who find aspects of each other's lives hard to believe. There is much to be learned from this book for the young reader - the habits of two British birds; information about British and African animals, and not least how two characters with very different lives can still be friends.
Great Fun!, 18 Nov 2008
"And next morning: Ding Dong! Penguin number 3."
My 6 year old son has autism & laughs until he cries everytime he reads this book. It is full of interesting mathematical calculations while the poor family try to solve the practical problems of storing all their new penguins in their home. The illustrations are brilliant. This book has become a firm favourite on our book shelf.
Up there with the best of them, 09 Dec 2007
I really liked this book because it's not only got a great dialogue and storyline with a cliff-hanging finish, but entertains whilst it teaches. There is quite a lot of number stuff as well that presents maths in a fun and real way to kids. Its modernist stance on penguin management should appeal to teachers and parents alike!
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Brilliant book, 19 Oct 2008
This book is charming. It is about an owl 'Plop' who is afraid of the dark and so is encouraged by his parents to find out about it. By the end of the book Plop has listened to everyone's views and made his own mind up.
My daughter and I love this book! Pine Class Review, 07 Oct 2008
In a dark, spooky, grey, forest a young barn owl called Plop sat on a branch outside his family's nest. Plop's father had decided to go hunting and had invited Plop to join him. Plop had said 'No'. Unfortunately Plop had a problem... he was afraid of the dark.
Plop's mother saw a little boy and told Plop to fly down to ask him about the dark.
Find out what Plop discovered about the dark, and follow his amazing adventure, in 'the Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark'.
Pine class really enjoyed reading about Plop's progress in this story and gave it 5 stars.
Ash Class' Review, 07 Oct 2008
This is a story about an owl that was afraid of the dark. He is called Plop. Plop is a barn owl, who is ALWAYS hungry! Plop is terrified of the dark. Which is weird as owls are night birds and not normally afraid of the dark. Plop has an adventure every day, he meets lots of new people who describe to Plop what the dark is about.
It is a funny story especially the part where he kept on asking for food, eating it and then asking what he'd eaten, and what was next. HAHAHA!
We thought it was an interesting book and particularly funny when Plop kept falling out of the tree. Or when he thought the young lady was Father Christmas.
Ash class thought that this story was an interesting, funny, fantastic, exciting, delightful, wonderful, superb, great, fascinating, amazing, spectaular adventure.
We recommend this book to everyone. It's a HOOT!
A book that needs no formal introduction, 05 Feb 2008
from Jill Tomlinson
Large paperback with 40 high quality shiny pages in the popular 2-page spread format.
Beautifully illustrated throughout, by Paul Howard.
From the back cover:-
`Plop is a baby barn owl.
He is the same as every baby Barn Owl that has ever been - except for one thing....he is afraid of the dark.
Beautifully illustrated by Paul Howard, this stunning new picture book is based on Jill Tomlinson's classic story.'
Example of text:-
"I don't want to be a night bird," Plop told his Mummy.
"Dark is nasty."
"You don't know that," she said. "You'd better find out about the dark before you make up your mind. Look, there's a little boy down there. Go and ask him."
So Plop, who was quite new at flying, took a deep breath and flew down........
In his quest to ease his fears, and with his Mummy's advice, Plop goes on to meet an old lady, a boy guarding a camp-fire, a girl who tells him about Father Christmas, a man with a telescope and a black cat who takes him exploring.
From these encounters, Plop comes to realize that the dark is not so nasty after all:-
The little boy said that DARK IS EXCITING.
The old lady said that DARK IS KIND.
The boy at the campfire said DARK IS FUN.
The little girl said DARK IS NECESSARY.
The man with the telescope said DARK IS WONDERFUL.
The black cat said DARK IS BEAUTIFUL.
and by the end of this delightful book, Plop has a different opinion on being a night bird as he joins his Mum and Dad to do what all barn owls do! Love the book but watch out for the abridged version!, 11 Dec 2007
I loved this book when I was a child and was desperate to buy a copy for our little boy as our old copy was rather "well used". If you are a fan of the original version then watch out as I managed to purchase an abridged version by mistake (shown as new edition) - it wasn't very clear on the website that this was not the full book.
Look out for number of pages - the full copy has 112, abridged 40. The new shorter edition looks wonderful with lovely new illustrations and would be good for younger children but I'm too nostalgic for the original so will be swapping this. small but concise, 04 Oct 2007
I bought this recently for a 9 year old who has just started riding and I think it is perfect for a beginner to intermediate rider.There is a lot of information here such as caring for a horse, many different ways to ride and trouble shooting problems. I rode for 3 years and I'm learning from it and ordered another copy for my own daughter. I think it's small size is a bonus as you could/should take it riding with you. Small, But Full of Info., 29 Dec 2006
I am a teenager, and was looking for horse books when our school had their annual "Book Fair" I came across this book and was in two minds about buying it. It looks aimed at very young children, but you'd be surprised at the content. It is little, as therefore doesnt go into alot of detail, but doesnt go into as much detail as possible for the size of the book. I was glad I decided to buy it, as it covers everything from taking your first steps, to jumping, and competing, from grooming to mucking out, and catching horses in their field, with handy little extra tips. 9/10, its only fault it its size!! The Story of the Little Mole, 29 Oct 2008
My 18 month old son is completely obsessed with this book. We read it 6 times a day and he giggles constantly when he sees the poo on the mole's head! His Grandmother bought it for him and intially I thought it was ridiculous and that he was too young - but she was right (as usual!) Fun book!, 19 Oct 2008
My daughter loves this book, it is very funny and informative too! The only problem we have is that she wants to read it herself but I am afraid it will break, she is a rather rough 3 year old! Faeces fun for everyone, 09 Aug 2008
This is a lovely book for children of ALL ages.The 'plain' version was good, but the PLOP UP version has just that little bit extra!!!!
And not only good fun, but educational too...country walks are a whole new experience when there's poo to be inspected and discussed. My 4 and 6 year old (girls) are fascinated!!!!! ...and quite well informed! Im just glad they're not yet into collecting samples. Yes,it's toilet humour but germ-free and odour-less! :0) Fun, educational, versitile, 03 Jun 2007
As long as you don't expect a storybook with a narrative you won't be disappointed. Each double page of this book is incredibly detailed with flora and insect life. Along the sides of the pictures are a selection of the insects singled out and named with a large, clear number by their side indicating how many of the little creatures you're looking for in the picture. The scenes are often from far-flung places such as deserts or jungles, with some more local forest and meadow scenes.
My three-and-a-half year-old son ADORES this book. Despite it not being a story he loves it at bedtime. He chooses which insect to search for and it really helps his visual scanning and concentration as he looks back and forth for each bug. Of course it also helps strengthen counting abilities, especially number conservation over delays and interruptions as he becomes distracted by some other interseting looking creature and asks about it.
I love books which are sneakily educational! This works for both my son and I. Tuesday's Countdown: 7:58 p.m., 7:59 p.m., 8:00 p.m. Arise!, 11 May 2004
Tuesday is the most imaginative picture book that I have ever seen. It is a wordless fantasy of people, animals, and plants that allows you to supply your own story. As such, it will provide endless opportunities for you and your child to entertain one another. What really is going on? What does it mean? What will happen next Tuesday? The book is illustrated very much like a graphic novel (a series of comic books bound together in softcover form, if you haven't seen one) but without words. The book does have a few indicators of time and day of the week, that provide the minimal connection to reality needed to launch the story into space. The images here are very whimsical. Frogs fly on lily pads in formation like the Blue Angels, and create lots of unexpected fun. The book is most interesting when you see what happens on the second Tuesday. How about the third? You'll have to use your imagination for that one. This book deserves its Caldecott Medal for outstanding illustrations. In no other book that I can think of do the illustrations carry the story. The book uses vibrant colors, done in a low-key way. Stylistically, it is a take-off on the science fiction and super hero genres in pictures. You will be laughing out loud when you see what the frogs are up to. You will also enjoy the visual puns on textless pages. Where else can pictures tell the story? Have you ever engaged in pantomimes, shadow puppets, or charades with your child? If you haven't, this would be a good time to introduce those enjoyable games. Imagination can take you anywhere you want!
A book for all ages, 04 Jan 2002
I bought this book long before I had kids, because I loved the illustrations that seemed to jump off the page.
The story is cute and imaginative and always makes me smile inside and out. Now that I have kids it has become one of their favorite "comfort books" for rainy days.
Tuesday is no ordinary day!, 06 Jul 2001
One Tuesday evening by the light of the rising moon, a turtle on a log watches the sky because the frog are going to fly! See the fish gaping out from the water, the lilies in the swamp & the big fat frogs on their magic lily pads as the moon lightens the nighttime world. Behold the birds of the air fly squawking away as the frogs dive & swoop; behold the sleeping homes of humans way down below; see the lone midnight snacker in his kitchen not daring to look out his window. See, see - do you see dawn's early light & the frogs hurrying home, dropping their magic carpets on the highway where policemen, police dogs & detectives will ponder on a strange litter of lily pads. Do you know who's going to fly next Tuesday? I love a David Wiesner book - his pictures are filled with dramatic perspectives & improbabe, hilariously exciting, speculations! If you have not seen Tuesday I urge you to go find it.
Rediscover Imagination, 10 Jun 1999
My boyfriend and I have "read" this book several times together. How's that? We find a new favorite frog or interesting frog antic every time we read it....I cannot thank my three year old neice, now five years old, enough for asking me to read it to her two years ago over the holidays at my mom's (grammy's) house. I bought the hardcover book the next day and it has only gotten better and better every time! In the words of my neice in response to the first time I half asked/half read the words--Next Tuesday 7:58pm--OH NO! WHEN PIGS FLY! GRAMMY IS GONNA BE RICH!!!
pure excellence, 12 Apr 1998
this book is not only for children... it brings out the imagination in all. the single greatest book i have ever picked up is "tuesday" simply because without text it leaves the reader to make up the story as they turn the pages. instead of reading words and generating pictures in the mind the reader can generate a whole story around the pictures.
An enjoyable book with lots to keep you interested, 06 Oct 2001
This is a pleasant story of two young birds - a swallow and a blackbird - who find aspects of each other's lives hard to believe. There is much to be learned from this book for the young reader - the habits of two British birds; information about British and African animals, and not least how two characters with very different lives can still be friends.
Great Fun!, 18 Nov 2008
"And next morning: Ding Dong! Penguin number 3."
My 6 year old son has autism & laughs until he cries everytime he reads this book. It is full of interesting mathematical calculations while the poor family try to solve the practical problems of storing all their new penguins in their home. The illustrations are brilliant. This book has become a firm favourite on our book shelf.
Up there with the best of them, 09 Dec 2007
I really liked this book because it's not only got a great dialogue and storyline with a cliff-hanging finish, but entertains whilst it teaches. There is quite a lot of number stuff as well that presents maths in a fun and real way to kids. Its modernist stance on penguin management should appeal to teachers and parents alike!
Gets you a little bit back to nature , 21 Aug 2008
A lovely book full of wonderful ideas involving the great outdoors and natural materials.
includes recipes.
ideas are fantastic when you guiltily realise that most toys your kid owns are battery operated ...!
Excellent book giving environmental activites for children, 27 Aug 2001
I first picked up 'Earthwise' by Carol Petrash when visitng a friend, and after browsing through it, decided this book is a 'must have'. Divided into Autumn, Winter, Spring and Summer, the book guides you through various crafts and activites appropriate to the season. All are related in some way to the world in which we live, and aim to increase childrens' awareness of their natural environment. Ideas range from building a tepee, to cooking, drawing and painting. I particularly liked the gift section for Christmas, and the ideas for using apples during Autumn - particularly helpful if you have a glut of apples from a tree in your garden! Each activity is graded by age - many being suitable for children from 2 years of age. You are given a full list of everything you need and detailed instructions, and there are charming line drawings to illustrate to process. I would recommend this book to any parent of pre-school or primary age children, and also to play group leaders and teachers as a valuable resource to enhance the learning experience of children.
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Customer Reviews
Brilliant book, 19 Oct 2008
This book is charming. It is about an owl 'Plop' who is afraid of the dark and so is encouraged by his parents to find out about it. By the end of the book Plop has listened to everyone's views and made his own mind up.
My daughter and I love this book!
Pine Class Review, 07 Oct 2008
In a dark, spooky, grey, forest a young barn owl called Plop sat on a branch outside his family's nest. Plop's father had decided to go hunting and had invited Plop to join him. Plop had said 'No'. Unfortunately Plop had a problem... he was afraid of the dark.
Plop's mother saw a little boy and told Plop to fly down to ask him about the dark.
Find out what Plop discovered about the dark, and follow his amazing adventure, in 'the Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark'.
Pine class really enjoyed reading about Plop's progress in this story and gave it 5 stars.
Ash Class' Review, 07 Oct 2008
This is a story about an owl that was afraid of the dark. He is called Plop. Plop is a barn owl, who is ALWAYS hungry! Plop is terrified of the dark. Which is weird as owls are night birds and not normally afraid of the dark. Plop has an adventure every day, he meets lots of new people who describe to Plop what the dark is about.
It is a funny story especially the part where he kept on asking for food, eating it and then asking what he'd eaten, and what was next. HAHAHA!
We thought it was an interesting book and particularly funny when Plop kept falling out of the tree. Or when he thought the young lady was Father Christmas.
Ash class thought that this story was an interesting, funny, fantastic, exciting, delightful, wonderful, superb, great, fascinating, amazing, spectaular adventure.
We recommend this book to everyone. It's a HOOT!
A book that needs no formal introduction, 05 Feb 2008
from Jill Tomlinson
Large paperback with 40 high quality shiny pages in the popular 2-page spread format.
Beautifully illustrated throughout, by Paul Howard.
From the back cover:-
`Plop is a baby barn owl.
He is the same as every baby Barn Owl that has ever been - except for one thing....he is afraid of the dark.
Beautifully illustrated by Paul Howard, this stunning new picture book is based on Jill Tomlinson's classic story.'
Example of text:-
"I don't want to be a night bird," Plop told his Mummy.
"Dark is nasty."
"You don't know that," she said. "You'd better find out about the dark before you make up your mind. Look, there's a little boy down there. Go and ask him."
So Plop, who was quite new at flying, took a deep breath and flew down........
In his quest to ease his fears, and with his Mummy's advice, Plop goes on to meet an old lady, a boy guarding a camp-fire, a girl who tells him about Father Christmas, a man with a telescope and a black cat who takes him exploring.
From these encounters, Plop comes to realize that the dark is not so nasty after all:-
The little boy said that DARK IS EXCITING.
The old lady said that DARK IS KIND.
The boy at the campfire said DARK IS FUN.
The little girl said DARK IS NECESSARY.
The man with the telescope said DARK IS WONDERFUL.
The black cat said DARK IS BEAUTIFUL.
and by the end of this delightful book, Plop has a different opinion on being a night bird as he joins his Mum and Dad to do what all barn owls do!
Love the book but watch out for the abridged version!, 11 Dec 2007
I loved this book when I was a child and was desperate to buy a copy for our little boy as our old copy was rather "well used". If you are a fan of the original version then watch out as I managed to purchase an abridged version by mistake (shown as new edition) - it wasn't very clear on the website that this was not the full book.
Look out for number of pages - the full copy has 112, abridged 40. The new shorter edition looks wonderful with lovely new illustrations and would be good for younger children but I'm too nost | | |