Boobela and the Belching Giant (Boobela And Worm)

Boobela and the Belching Giant (Boobela And Worm)

by JoeFriedman (Author), SamChilds (Illustrator)

Synopsis

In their second book of adventures, Boobela discovers all about Worm's family after a busy day at the beach; Worm invents a clever bet to get Boobela to eat proper food (instead of crisps and pizza); Boobela tries to prove how brave she is by camping out in the Haunted Wood; and the friends encounter the belching giant - a volcano which holds a precious secret deep within. Along the way, we hear more from Boobela's mum and dad, learn how to make a compost heap (Worm-style), find out what sports worms like to play ...and learn a little more about the best kind of magic there is: the magic that's inside the heart and mind.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 112
Publisher: Orion Childrens
Published: 04 Oct 2007

ISBN 10: 1842555405
ISBN 13: 9781842555408
Children’s book age: 5-7 Years
Book Overview: BOOBELA AND WORM was included in several retail promotions and has sold over 6500 copies since March 07. A second collection of witty, insightful and charming stories from a highly-talented children's author with a unique and original voice. Beautifully illustrated throughout in full colour by acclaimed artist, Sam Childs, this book is a visual delight. Ideal transition between colour picture books and junior novels. Reading aloud to children has been Jacqueline Wilson's primary focus as Children's Laureate with widespread media attention. Feisty, independent characters leap off the page from the start. Equal appeal for boys and girl - but especially good for putting reluctant boy readers on the path to literacy and enjoyment of reading. In addition to four stories, each book will also contain cartoons and insights into Boobela's and Worm's families, friends and interests. Huge potential for audio, and for adaptation on TV/film and as merchandising.

Media Reviews
'Wise, warm and wonderful...and charmingly illustrated' THE TIMES 'Sam Childs's innovative collages are the perfect compement to the eco-friendly message of Boobela and the Belching Giant' JEWISH CHRONICLE 'Exciting' JUNIOR EDUCATION PLUS 'This is a really original, quirky tale of friendship' JUNIOR EDUCATION 'Delightful' FOCUS 'Full of zany humour...Sam Childs's illustrations provide the perfect complement to the witty humour of the text' INIS
Author Bio
Joe Friedman has had a fascinating and varied life. Born in Chicago to profoundly deaf parents, he sold his first play at the age of 13. He moved to London after university where he taught Psychology and Philosophy in the field of adult education, before training as a psychoanalytic psycho- therapist. For the past decade, he has concentrated on his writing. He has scripted an autobiographical work which was performed with deaf actors, and has also written several television scripts (not yet produced), a film script, and a TV script. In his spare time, Joe writes and performs stand-up comedy. He lives in London N10 with his wife and daughter. Boobela and Worm marks his children's book debut. Sam Childs is a pseudonym.