Lionel Is Just Like Dad
A warm father/son story in which an irresistible lion cub proudly tries to be just like Dad.
Lionel can do everything Dad does: Dad combs his hair. So does Lionel. Dad scratches his arm. So does Lionel. Dad sings very, very loud. So does Lionel.
But when Lionel throws all the toys in the air and they come down THUNK on Dad’s head ... Dad yells! Ow! So does Lionel! Dad takes a break and has a think. Then comes rushing back for a big hug—Dad is very, very happy, and so is Lionel!
Boundary-pushing Lionel has a mischievous grin that instantly wins us over, and his tolerant father incidentally provides a great model for parenting.
This small and sturdy board book is just right for toddlers’ and preschoolers’ hands making it ideal to read alongside a child.
Lionel Is Just Like Dad is the third book in this pithy board book series, designed to be read as standalone stories that introduce developmental milestones with humour, mischief and gentle guidance. Series includes Lionel Eats All By Himself and Lionel Poops.
Éric Veillé was born in France and studied at the Duperré School in Paris. He has since released many books, as author and illustrator, including Encyclopedia of Grannies and My Pictures After the Storm.
Translated from the French edition by Daniel Hahn.
Praise for Lionel Poops
“Potty training has never been so much fun.” Kirkus Review, starred review, Best Board Books of 2022
“The perfect combination of text and image, with repetition and humor for parent and child alike.” Youth Services Book Review
“So subtle, young ones won’t realise they are being taught a lesson.” Kids’ Book Review
“Resistance is futile.” School Library Journal
“A primer in how to develop a love of humour and the absurd in young kids.” Children’s Books Ireland
Praise for Encyclopedia of Grannies
“A completely bonkers, gleefully silly guide to grandmothers of all stripes.” School Library Journal
Praise for My Pictures after the Storm (3 starred reviews)
“A terrific little book that will amuse all out of proportion to its size.” Wall Street Journal
Creators
Eric Veillé was born in 1976 in Laval and studied at the Duperré School in Paris. While working as an artistic director in publishing, he decided one spring day to devote himself to writing and children’s book illustration. He has since released many books, as author and illustrator, including Encyclopedia of Grannies and My Pictures after the Storm.
Reviews
This charming story of the unconditional love between a parent and a child, will reassure younger readers as parents are the major force in their lives. Dad and Lionel work together, doing things together, making mistakes but overcoming that unhappy moment with love and support.
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