I Am Hungry
Age 3+
Picture Storybooks
The second in a funny new series from former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen and rising star Robert Starling.
Look out, this squirrel is HUNGRY. So hungry it could eat boiled rice, chocolate mice, a gingerbread man ... even a frying pan! Is there anything it WON'T eat?
A rollicking ride of increasing absurdity and imagination, this hilarious picture book captures the occasional outlandishness of toddler moods. Based on the popular poem from A Great Big Cuddle, I Am Hungry is a terrific read-aloud from the master of rhyme, Michael Rosen, coupled with brilliantly bold illustration from Robert Starling.
Creators
Michael Rosen is one of the most popular authors for children; his bestselling titles published by Walker Books include We're Going on a Bear Hunt, A Great Big Cuddle and Michael Rosen’s Sad Book. A popular radio broadcaster, distinguished critic and academic, and multi-award-winning poet, Michael was appointed the Children's Laureate from 2007 to 2009, and is now Professor of Children's Literature at Goldsmiths, University of London.
Robert Starling is a children's book author and illustrator, a former primary school teacher and a star on the rise. His bestselling debut, Fergal is Fuming, was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Award; this was followed by Fergal in a Fix! and Super Sloth, after which Robert joined forces with author Smriti Prasadam-Halls on The Little Island, a timely political fable.
Reviews
Bright solid illustrations ensure Squirrel’s appetite is up front and centre and is sure to whet the tastes of young readers. A delightful follow up to, I Am Angry in this picture book series.
I am Hungry is full of rhymes and silliness bound to appeal to children, and is best to read aloud.
Kids Book Review
Vanilla ice cream and a very sad dream, a nasty fright and a dark and stormy night will encourage readers to talk about their dreams, and ponder about why we have dreams.
Read Plus
Cleverly exploring the interplay of thoughts and feelings, this easy-to-read story looks at things to munch, from the real to the absurd… easy on the eye – bright and bold with plenty of white space.
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