Handa's Surprise - Hardcover

Eileen Browne

4.17

2,112 ratings by Goodreads

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0744525411 ISBN 13: 9780744525410

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd, 1994

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Handa puts seven delicious fruits in a basket to take to her friend, Akeyo. But as she walks, carrying the basket on her head, the creatures of the forest steal all her fruits! Handa walks on, wondering which of the fruits her friend will like best, oblivious to the fact that her basket is now empty. But then, behind her, a goat changes into a tangerine tree and fills Handa's basket with the fruit. "Hello, Akeyo," she greets her friend. "I've brought you a surprise." But w

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About the Author:

Eileen Browne is a bestselling author and illustrator, well known for her picture book classic, Handa's Surprise, and its sequel, Handa's Hen, both of which have been adapted into national puppet theatre productions and which have, together, sold over one million copies in more than twenty countries worldwide. In 2014, Handa's Surprise was named one of the `Diverse Voices 50 best culturally diverse children's books' of all time, in a list compiled by a distinguished independent panel of children's book experts. Originally from Birmingham, Eileen now lives in Wiltshire.

Review:

Rich, hot colours and fluid brush-strokes zap each scene into life... * The Independent on Sunday * ...so luscious it seems almost edible... * The Observer * With beautifully drawn animals and rich colours immaculately displayed on every page, this book is a brilliant introduction for toddlers and children under five years. * Handa's Surprise featured as one of Pride Magazine's 'best books' for children. * Featured/recommended * Yellow Brick Road * "Young readers will enjoy the rich, brightly-coloured illustrations, as well as the gentle humour of a story about sharing and friendship." * Amnesty.org.uk *

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