Books by Britta Teckentrup

Book SynopsisIt's a busy day in the woods for Big and Little Hedgehog, who meet all kinds of animal friends, each of whom can do something special that Little Hedgehog wants to do. Ladybug climbs a tree and jumps off a branch; mole digs a hole; fish swim in the pond. Sometimes Little Hedgehog is successful and sometimes he learns that he's just not up to the task. As they find their way home with the help of a turtle, an owl's hoot sends Little Hedgehog off to sleep with one last cry of I can do that too! Filled with Teckentrup's signature, beautifully textured artwork, this gentle book helps kids understand that it's okay to want to do things, and it's okay if you're not quite ready.

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of When I See Red and dozens of other books for young readers comes a powerful and gorgeously illustrated exploration of bravery and its constant companion, fear.In When I See Red Britta Teckentrup expertly gave voice to a girl’s feelings of rage. Now, with this same wisdom and sensitivity, the author looks at what it means to be brave. Filled with evocative collage illustrations and dynamically positioned type, this book tells the story of a child wandering through a forest and being startled by a bear. At first the bear is terrifying—it is huge and unknown. But as the girl moves through the forest she becomes the bear’s companion and, by the time they reach the end of the forest, its friend.Offering important insights into the nature of fear this book helps young readers understand why things are scary, and discover the satisfaction of making friends with the very things that make them feel afraid.

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Book SynopsisThe beloved pair of hedgehogs return in a slyly charming story about friends, playing, and doing the same fun thing over and over and over.It’s finally spring, and Big Hedgehog and Little Hedgehog are ready to explore the world after having slept all winter.Everything looks the same, but also new.Over the course of a lovely day they run into old friends and take part in fun activities—swinging, teasing, jumping around—and each time Little Hedgehog wants to do the same thing again and again. Kids will enjoy the repetition of Little Hedgehog’s plea, “Again!” and parents will appreciate the gentle humor—and unending patience of Big Hedgehog. Teckentrup’s signature softly colored artwork beautifully conveys the pleasures of the natural world—trees, flowers, clouds, a moonlit sky--while cleverly depicting a wide variety of animal friends—owls, turtles, ladybugs, and more.Fans of Teckentrup’s work will welcome the newest adventure with the hedgehogs while new readers will be delighted to discover the pair’s earlier and equally satisfying adventures.

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Book SynopsisOne of the masters of children's picture books returns with a simple and lovely story about taking one's time.Teckentrup's spacious, textured collages, brushed with soft color and populated by a pair of charming hedgehogs, convey the beauty of a natural setting, and the comforting bond between caregiver and child. It is evening and the big and little hedgehog are slowly making their way home. There is so much to see, and the little one wants to take it all in.Each step of the way the big hedgehog patiently asks, What are we waiting for now?The little hedgehog's answers unfold in a series of lush landscapes as the two animals wait for the sun to set, for birds to fly by, for the moon and stars to appear, and for the world around them to prepare for sleep. At last, the little hedgehog is also asleep, carried home in the big hedgehog's arms.Perfect for naptime, bedtimeor for any time that asks that we take a moment and slow downTeckentrup's signature combination of simple text and soo

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Book SynopsisMr. Lion Dresses Up!' arrives in the US in Spanish with the title Leo se viste'.How exciting! Leo has been invited to a party! But what will he wear? A handsome suit . . . striped pajamas . . . a superhero costume . . . or perhaps an evening gown? Join Leo, the lion and his friend Monkey in deciding what outfit suits him best! Viste a Leo con este divertidísimo libro de Britta Teckentrup.Han invitado a Leo a una fiesta, y tiene que empezar a prepararse! Pero no está muy convencido sobre qué ponerse. Un traje elegante? Un vestido de noche? O tal vez un traje de payaso A veces, la mejor solución es ser uno mismo

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Book SynopsisAlguna vez te has preguntado por qué la luna brilla en el cielo?Cada noche, millones de seres vivos dependen de ese misterio.A través de las magníficas ilustraciones de Britta Teckentrup, este original álbum troquelado muestra la gran influencia de los ciclos lunares sobre nuestro planeta. y nos invita a valorar la belleza de la luna y de la naturaleza!

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Book SynopsisLa Guineu havia tingut una vida llarga i feliç, però ara estava cansada.Va mirar el seu bosc estimat una última vegada i va jeure,va respirar profundament i va tancar els ulls per sempre.

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