Picnic

By John Burningham

Book Overview

The renowned John Burningham is in classic form with a simple story of a boy, a girl, and some animal friends that invites the child listener to join in. One day, Boy and Girl head down the hill with a picnic basket and meet a fancily dressed Sheep, Pig, and Duck. They all set off to find the perfect place to sit outside -- until they see Bull coming A short-lived chase segues into a gentle interactive text as the friends wend their way from an idyllic outdoor world to a welcoming house on a hill. (Can you find Pig's ball? Shall we find your bed?) In a charmingly understated tale with child-friendly illustrations and a hint of sly humor, John Burningham evokes a perfect summer day with a fresh new picture book.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0763669458
• ISBN13: 9780763669454
• Release Date: May 2014
• Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 10.3" x 11.7"
• Age Range: 2 to 5 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Kindergarten