Unlike his dad, Stoick the Vast, Hiccup is tiny, thoughtful and polite, and scared of almost everything, especially going to sea for the very first time - but he must go. So who will save the day when everything goes wrong aboard ship, and all the big Vikings lose their cool?
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Long ago, in a fierce and frosty land, there lived a little Viking. Hiccup wasn't big and tough like his fellow Vikings. In fact, he was a little timid and worried a lot--and what worried him the most was going to sea for the very first time...
Poor little Hiccup--he doesn't exactly fit in to everyone's idea of the big and fearsome Viking, with his tiny frame and delicate, polite attitude. The other Viking children mock him all the time, and won't let him join in with their rough-and-tumble games because they know he is frightened of everything from spiders to thunder. But his biggest fear is having to go to sea, and with the inevitable first voyage fast approaching, Hiccup is very worried indeed. Even his father, Stoik, laughs at his son's fears, and Hiccup is left to face his fear alone. Until, that is, Hiccup, despite his increasing seasickness, is forced to save the day when all the other Vikings turn out not to be quite as tough as they thought.
Hiccup, The Viking Who Was Sick is an hilarious, heartwarming tale about a little boy facing his fears and getting to grips with the things he hates the most. Beautiful, washed illustrations capture the emotion and adventure of the high seas with a softness that will appeal to children and parents, while the bold text tells a remarkable tale that will capture imaginations and drive young readers wild with delight. Age range 3 and over, but parents will love it just as much as the kids --Susan Harrison
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This is a lovely book; it is warm and witty, with instant appeal... (The Children's Bookseller 20000401)
Cowells pictures are full of fun and her text is full of invention and wit. (Books for Keeps 20010404) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
Cowells pictures are full of fun and her text is full of invention and wit. (Books for Keeps 20010404) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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This is a great introduction to Hiccup, aimed at 2-5 year olds. It tells how a rather nervous young Viking, Hiccup, is afraid of going to sea. His dismissive father, Stoik, ignores this but when the going gets really rough, young Hiccup turns out to be more heroic than he ever imagined. It's fun and shows children they can rise to even the biggest challenges. I've knocked off 1 star because it is very good, but not one of those books that will get read and re-read. However, the paperback stories of Hiccup have developed the idea and are aimed at slightly older children (7 yrs+) and are truly fantastic and commended.
Overall, a fun book and worth having as an introduction to Hiccup, but it is the later books that really shine.
Overall, a fun book and worth having as an introduction to Hiccup, but it is the later books that really shine.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A firm favourite in our family and has been for about 7 years or so. It's a good story of overcoming fear and discovering the hero inside. The illustrations are great and if you put a bit of effort into creating voices for the characters and singing the Viking song the children will love it and never get tired of it.
29 of 34 people found the following review helpful
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Poor little Hiccup--he doesn't exactly fit in to everyone's idea of the big and fearsome Viking, with his tiny frame and delicate, polite attitude. The other Viking children mock him all the time, and won't let him join in with their rough-and-tumble games because they know he is frightened of everything from spiders to thunder. But his biggest fear is having to go to sea, and with the inevitable first voyage fast approaching, Hiccup is very worried indeed. Even his father, Stoik, laughs at his son's fears, and Hiccup is left to face his fear alone. Until, that is, Hiccup, despite his increasing seasickness, is forced to save the day when all the other Vikings turn out not to be quite as tough as they thought. Hiccup, The Viking Who Was Sick is an hilarious, heart-warming tale about a little boy facing his fears and getting to grips with the things he hates the most. Beautiful, washed illustrations capture the emotion and adventure of the high seas with a softness that will appeal to children and parents, while the bold text tells a remarkable tale that will capture imaginations and drive young readers wild with delight. Age range 3 and over, but parents will love it just as much as the kids.
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Brilliant!
Put a roaring voice on for "Stoic the Vast" and you're onto a winner with this for all the primary ages! Read more
Published 1 month ago by joy sinclair
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Incredible!
I'm fourteen years old, I'm not entirely stupid, I've read all the classics and frankly, Hiccup the Viking who was Seasick supersedes them all. Absolutely astonishing. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Alliaceous-Badger-98
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Beautifully illustrated book with a great story
The illustrations are beautiful. The characters are great. It addresses fear and bravery but in a very subtle and positive message. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Sara
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A great read
This was great for my just turned 7 year old as she loves to listen to the audio books of the main series but is not yet able to read the books herself which she finds frustrating! Read more
Published on 18 May 2011 by ukexileinoz
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lovable vikings
My two years old daughter screams vikin vikin with joy everytime she sees the book (every night for that matter).
And I enjoy the works of Cressida Cowell myself.
And I enjoy the works of Cressida Cowell myself.
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