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- The author-illustrator of The Rabbit Listened and Good Dog captures the incredible bond between parent and child with this exuberant picture book about a carefree young ape who goes barreling through the jungle...and the worried mom who must chase after.As her baby goes on a mad dash through the jungle, it's up to mama to make sure the curious little orangutan doesn't get into too much trouble--like dancing on a bear, bouncing on an elephant, or even pulling on a leopard's tail.
- 4-8 Years
- 9.1" x 9.0" Hardcover
- 32 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Family
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The author-illustrator of "Good Dog" captures the incredible bond between parent and child with this exuberant picture book about a carefree young orangutan who goes barreling through the jungle--and the worried mom who must give chase. Full color.Book Synopsis
The author-illustrator of The Rabbit Listened and Good Dog captures the incredible bond between parent and child with this exuberant picture book about a carefree young ape who goes barreling through the jungle...and the worried mom who must chase after.
As her baby goes on a mad dash through the jungle, it's up to mama to make sure the curious little orangutan doesn't get into too much trouble--like dancing on a bear, bouncing on an elephant, or even pulling on a leopard's tail. But when you have a wild baby, life is full of surprises!
With a simple, playful rhyme, this adorable and humorous story illustrates the oftentimes chaotic but always loving bond between parent and child.
Wild Baby is sure to capture the heart of fans of Amy Krouse Rosenthal, Smriti Prasadam-Halls, and anyone with a wild child of their own!
From the Back Cover
WILD DANCES
WILD FUN
WILD BABY ON THE RUN!
When wild baby goes barreling through the jungle, it's up to mama to make sure her curious tot doesn't get into too much trouble. But the jungle is full of surprises. . . .
This is a humorous and charming story for every parent with a wild child of their own.
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Praise for Wild Baby: ★ "Giggly fun for little ones. A great pick for helping children develop their emotional intelligence. Great for preschool libraries and for bedtime at home." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
"Doerrfeld's forest illustrations have marvelous momentum, striking the right balance between mischievous energy, little monkey glee, and the genuine seriousness of the situation." -- Publishers Weekly
Praise for Good Dog: ★ "The pup's struggles and emotions are ingeniously conveyed. This delightful story will appeal to everyone from younger preschoolers to new readers to dog lovers of any age" -- Kirkus Reviews
"Good Dog stole my heart. A satisfying tale of a stray dog who finds his person." -- New York Times Book Review
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