Books by Marcus Pfister

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Book SynopsisThe paperback edition of the sixth book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series.When Rainbow Fish loses his last sparkling silver scale into the ocean’s depths, he swims down to retrieve it, despite the warnings of his friends. On his journey into the deep sea he discovers that fear can hold you back from discovering life’s great wonders, and from making new friends too.

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Book SynopsisNothing is nicer than sharing and giving in this bilingual Italian edition of the beloved classic by Marcus Pfister!NorthSouth Books is proud to partner with bi:libri in a new line of multilingual children’s books.  Launching with bilingual editions of The Rainbow Fish in ten languages, and continuing with more unique titles that address universal themes, such as friendship, tolerance, and finding courage—bringing great stories and second-language learning fun to children around the world. For over twenty-five years the little fish with the sparkling scales, who learned to conquer his vanity, has enchanted children and grown-ups all over the world. A great way to introduce a second language to very young children, be they English- or Italian-speaking. “Will fascinate preschoolers.”—Booklist “A delightful tale.”—Parade   A CHRISTOPHER

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Book SynopsisChildren will delight in Marcus Pfister's adorable 'Penguin Pete' as he playfully passes the time until he's big enough to swim in the sea. He practices trying to walk gracefully and tries to imitate a bird in flight. He soon discovers that penguins can't fly, but they sure can swim--and Pete turns out to be a natural!

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Book SynopsisAfter traveling the seas, it’s love at first sight and a happy marriage for Penguin Pete when he meets Pat—the pretty penguin with the blue beak. And when their baby, Tim, is born they rejoice that he’s the perfect combination of them both—complete with a green little beak!

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Book SynopsisFrom a winter snowflake melting on your tongue to jumping in a pile of autumn leaves, this book celebrates happy moments shared by two friends across the seasons. Marcus Pfister’s print-style illustrations capture the feelings of joy through a rainbow of colors and textures.

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Book SynopsisNothing is nicer than sharing and giving in this bilingual Spanish edition of the beloved classic by Marcus Pfister!NorthSouth Books is proud to partner with bi:libri in a new line of multilingual children’s books.  Launching with bilingual editions of The Rainbow Fish in ten languages, and continuing with more unique titles that address universal themes, such as friendship, tolerance, and finding courage—bringing great stories and second-language learning fun to children around the world.  For over twenty-five years the little fish with the sparkling scales, who learned to conquer his vanity, has enchanted children and grown-ups all over the world. A great way to introduce a second language to very young children, be they English- or Spanish-speaking. “Will fascinate preschoolers.”—Booklist “A delightful tale.”—Parade   A CHRIST

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Book SynopsisNothing is nicer than sharing and giving in this bilingual Chinese edition of the beloved classic by Marcus Pfister!NorthSouth Books is proud to partner with bi:libri in a new line of multilingual children’s books.  Launching with bilingual editions of The Rainbow Fish in ten languages, and continuing with more unique titles that address universal themes, such as friendship, tolerance, and finding courage—bringing great stories and second-language learning fun to children around the world. For over twenty-five years the little fish with the sparkling scales, who learned to conquer his vanity, has enchanted children and grown-ups all over the world. A great way to introduce a second language to very young children, be they English- or Chinese-speaking. “Will fascinate preschoolers.”—Booklist “A delightful tale.”—Parade   A CHRISTOPHER AWARD WINNER WINNER OF THE BOLOGNA BOOK FAIR CRITICI IN ERBA PRIZE  AMERICAN BOOKSELLER ABBY AWARD WINNER AN IRA-CBC CHILDREN’S CHOICE  Meet Marcus Pfister at www.marcuspfister.ch

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Book SynopsisWhen Leo, the city mouse, visits his friend Zoe in the countryside for the first time, he meets a huge and horrible monster. It’s gigantic, has lots of horns, an enormous tail, and when it roars, the earth shakes. At least that’s what Leo saw. Or did he? Zoe thinks his description sounds just like Berta, the sweet-tempered cow in the meadow . . .  Bestselling author Marcus Pfister skillfully weaves a hilarious story of mystery, suspense and just a hint of scariness.

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Book SynopsisA Christmas board book for the youngest readers, from the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series. Rainbow Fish and his friends are all about giving the gift of friendship this Christmas! Christmas is for sharing! Rainbow Fish and his friends brighten the undersea world on Christmas Day—bringing joy to friends and acquaintances. Join Rainbow Fish and his friends in this Christmas adventure that’s sure to bring some sparkle to the season.

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Book SynopsisWhere there’s a walrus, there’s a way!   Bull walrus Franz-Ferdinand doesn’t like to move. But when he sees a flock of ice gliding flamingos dance, he discovers his love of ballet. When he decides he wants to join the graceful dance troupe, no one believes it’s possible. Will Franz-Ferdinand prove them wrong? The Rainbow Fish creator Marcus Pfister’s humorous new story strengthens our belief in our own dreams. A tale as sparkly as its art. Booklist

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Book SynopsisThe ninth book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series. The vibrant, beautiful watercolor paintings enhance this important lesson for young children about making friends and not telling lies. -OmniLibrosWhen Rainbow Fish meets a new friend, Humbert, he isn’t sure what to think. Humbert tells all kinds of strange stories: Somewhere at the bottom of the ocean there’s a plug! There’s a blue whale living near here . . . and he’s going to eat up all of our food. But before Rainbow Fish and his friends panic, they realize that Humbert just likes to make up tall tales. Rainbow Fish and his friends soon come up with an idea that might make them all happy—even Humbert. The familiar characters taking o

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Book SynopsisThe ninth book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series, now available in paperback.When Rainbow Fish meets a new friend, Humbert, he isn’t sure what to think. Humbert tells all kinds of strange stories: Somewhere at the bottom of the ocean there’s a plug! There’s a blue whale living near here . . . and he’s going to eat up all of our food.But before Rainbow Fish and his friends panic, they realize that Humbert just likes to make up tall tales. Rainbow Fish and his friends soon come up with a clever idea that brings harmony to the group. The familiar characters taking on an unusual topic make this a book to consider anywhere this series is popular. -School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThe beloved story about sharing and friendship in a new Spanish translation by award-winning Mexican-American author David Bowles. La historia querida sobre compartir y amistad en una nueva traducción al español hecho por un escritor chicano premiado.The Rainbow Fish is the most beautiful fish in the entire ocean. Vain and proud, he refuses to share his glittering scales. When the other fish won’t play with him, Rainbow Fish learns that by sharing he can make friends and find happiness. This simple story featuring a beautiful fish who learns an important lesson speaks to readers of all languages. A new translation by Mexican-American author and translator David Bowles, winner of an Américas Award, a Pura Belpré Honor and a Batchelder Honor, among other prizes.The Rainbow Fish was originally written in German by Marcus Pfister and has since been translated into over fifty languages!El Pez Arcoíris es el pez más bello de todo el mar. Vanidoso y orgulloso, se niega a compartir sus escamas relucientes. Cuando los otros peces no quieren jugar con él, el Pez Arcoíris aprende que compartiendo puede hacer amistades y encontrar la felicidad. Esta historia sencilla sobre un hermoso pez que aprende una lección importante conmueve a lectores de todos los idiomas. Una nueva traducción hecho por el escritor mexicano-americano David Bowles, ganador de un Américas Award, un Pura Belpré Honor y un Batchelder Honor, entre otros premios.Escrito originalmente en alemán por Marcus Pfister, El Pez Arcoíris ha sido traducido ya a ¡más de cincuenta idiomas!

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Book SynopsisPerfect for bedtime, the Spanish edition of the seventh book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series.Perfecta para la hora de dormir, la edición en español del séptimo libro de la exitosa serie de El Pez Arcoíris, un superventas del New York Times. Rainbow Fish wasn''t always big enough to swim the sea by himself. He was once a little rainbow fish with his beautiful sparkling scales. When Little Rainbow Fish can’t fall asleep, there’s only one thing that can help—his Mommy! Little Rainbow Fish’s mom promises to watch over him, no matter if he is in the ink cloud of an octopus, lost in the deep blue sea, or simply having a bad dream. Her loving words soothe him, and soon Little Rainbow Fish is sound asleep. A calming and heartfelt refrain sure to put restless sleepers to bed.El Pez Arcoíris no siempre fue tan grande como para nadar en el mar por su cuenta. Alguna vez fue un pequeño Pez Arcoíris con hermosas escamas brillantes. Cuando el pequeño Pez Arcoíris no puede dormir, solo hay una cosa que le puede ayudar: ¡su mamá! Ella promete vigilarle siempre, si se pierde en la nube de tinte de un pulpo o le lleva la corriente, o si simplemente tiene pesadillas. Sus dulces palabras le apaciguan, y pronto se queda felizmente dormido. Un libro tranquilizador y reconfortante que ayudara´ a caer dormidos hasta a los jo´venes ma´s inquietos.

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