Through My Window

Through My Window

by Tony Bradman (Author), Tony Bradman (Author), Eileen Browne (Illustrator)

Synopsis

This special edition commemorates the 30th anniversary of this classic multicultural picture book. Jo is ill and has to stay in bed for the day, but her mum promises to bring her home a surprise to make her feel better. All day long Jo looks out of the window waiting for her mum to return, and in the meantime sees all her friends from the neighbourhood, including the postman, the window cleaner and Mrs Ali from next door. But when will Mum be back with her surprise for Jo?

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 32
Edition: Reprint
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Published: 04 Sep 2008

ISBN 10: 1845078934
ISBN 13: 9781845078935
Book Overview: Republication of a classic multicultural title, requested by booksellers, librarians and teachers Depicts a ethnically diverse family and community Non-conventional family, with Dad staying at home while Mum goes to work Simple text suitable for young children Shortlisted for the 1986 Smarties Book Prize Available again at last, after being out of print since 2000

Media Reviews
Full of childhood anticipation, imagination and excitement. This is an accessible text for young readers with many high frequency words and simple sentences. EYE
Author Bio
Eileen Browne worked as a school teacher and youth worker before becoming an author and illustrator. Her best known books are Handa's Surprise , Handa's Hen and No Problem . Handa's Surprise and No Problem were both shortlisted for awards.

Tony Bradman has written more than 50 books for children. Well-known as a children's book reviewer for Parents magazine, he also founded the Best Book for Babies Award. His books for Frances Lincoln are Has Anyone Seen Jack?, Look Out He's Behind You, This Little Baby, Through my Window and he edited the story anthology Give Me Shelter. Tony lives in Kent.