Run! - by Guilherme Karsten (Hardcover)

About the Book

Deep in the jungle, animals are on the run! One by one, as fast as they can, they search for a place to disappear. Some go low, some go high, and some strike a camouflage pose. Will they be safely hidden before time runs out? And just who are they running from? A jungle mystery that will thrill kids on their first read and continue to entice giggles for many reads to come.

Book Synopsis

A thrilling and hilarious game of jungle hide-and-seek...Ready or not, here it comes!

Deep in the heart of the jungle, something is on the hunt...

All of the animals have to run, hide, make no noise, and leave no trace. Fleeing in a frenzy, each animal dashes off to find a wacky way to hide from the mysterious hunter on their trail. Will they find a hiding place in time? More importantly, who or what are they running from?

Featuring vibrant, eye-catching illustrations, Run! is both a suspenseful and an amusing jungle jaunt. The easy-to-follow format invites plenty of interaction from young readers, who will be delighted to identify animals and point out hidden details in each scene. As funny as it is thrilling, this tale will have readers of all ages waiting with bated breath to discover the surprising, laugh-out-loud twist at the end.

Review Quotes

"Anticipation builds with the turn of each page ... This book is a great selection for capturing and holding younger listeners' attention."

-- "Children's Literature Comprehensive Database"

"Karsten appears to be telling one tale before revealing a delightfully amusing twist at the end ... A fun read."

-- "Canadian Review of Materials"

"The energy is fun ... You can count on this one to be a hit!"

-- "Kirkus Reviews"