Ben is delighted when he rips open his present and finds a penguin inside. “Hello, Penguin!” says Ben. Penguin says nothing. Ben tickles Penguin; he pulls his funniest face; he puts on a happy hat, sings a silly song and does a dizzy dance. “Can’t you talk?” says Ben. Penguin says nothing. It isn’t until a passing lion intervenes that Penguin finally speaks ... and when he does, Ben discovers something that was really worth the wait.
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"This is a warm and charming story told without the cloying sentimentality that can mar books for this age group... Dunbar's characterisation is a treat." The Bookseller"
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Can a penguin be the perfect present? Find out in this modern classic from acclaimed picture book creator Polly Dunbar.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By sukyrogers
Format:Hardcover
I first saw this book in the Tate Modern Shop, and each little illustration is a mini work of art. It is beautifully illustrated and a joy to read (and re-read) and all three of my children love it, even the eldest and he's 7!! It particularly appeals to my 2 year old. I've bought 2 more copies to give to friends this Christmas. Highly recommended.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is a lovely book, all the better for its simplicity and minimalism. A little boy gets a penguin for his birthday and tries all sorts to provoke a reaction from it, but to no avail. Penguin remains silent. Then the boy gets a lion, and it is the lion that finally causes the penguin to react, with a smashing double page finale. The simple strong pictures make for great fun for 2-5 (and their parents).
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By C. Hardway
Format:Paperback
Our daughter adores penguins, so I had to read it when I found it on the shelf. I have never laughed out loud in a store choosing a book, but there's always a first time and this was it!
We gave it to our five year old this morning, and it was thoroughly enjoyed by all from five to forty, with a nine and eleven year old in the middle.
A new bookshelf favourite, we love it! Goes right up there with 'Monkey See, Monkey Do'.
We gave it to our five year old this morning, and it was thoroughly enjoyed by all from five to forty, with a nine and eleven year old in the middle.
A new bookshelf favourite, we love it! Goes right up there with 'Monkey See, Monkey Do'.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Racheylou
Format:Paperback
My son received this book as a present when he was 8 months old. It immediately became his favourite book. I'm not sure how much he understands but Polly Dunbar and the illustrator have got something right. He makes a roaring noise when we come to the page with the lion and laughs on the page when Ben cries through frustration. Compared to some other children's books, it's also quite fun to read as an adult! We have bought other Polly Dunbar books following this book's success (Flywaway Katie and Dog Blue). I would highly recommend this book.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Bellaumyum
Format:Paperback
I picked this up in our local library for my 2 yr old daughter and 4yr old son. I haven't enjoyed reading their bedtime story as much in ages! I still laugh out loud and the surprising turn of events. The simple story and repition not only enables child participation in terms of the text but also provides hints for some very funny behaviour - my 2yr old can pull a really very funny face, at the right place, does an amazing 'I'm ignorining you with my arms crossed' and her dizzy dance is really a sight to behold! And the sight of both of them imitating penguin... what can I say - the true joy of childhood! I'm on my way to place an order for my own copy now as I think the library might want theirs back at some point - and I've lost count of the times I've recommeneded this to parents of pre-schoolers. A modern classic that stands up beside the likes of 'Going on a bear hunt' and 'The tiger who came to tea'
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By F. Griffiths
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Format:Paperback
I loved this and fortunately so did my 1 year old granddaughter - her brother aged 3 liked it as well-Phew!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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We bought this for our 2.5 year old, who loved this book. And the DVD really helps him to remember the story too. We have since bought about 8 other walker books, but this and some dogs do remain the favourites.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By struts
Format:Paperback
I bought this on the strength of its nomination for the 2007 Booktrust Early Years Award for Pre-school children (which it subsequent won), however awards have proven to be unreliable indicators of what my own 'critics' will think. In this case though it was spot-on; this book has become an instant hit with both Alice (4) and Louise (nearly 2).
The two words that come to mind are 'simple' and 'straightforward' and these apply to just about every aspect of the book from the plot and the lovely illustrations to the text. The use of language that is readily accessible to young children coupled with plenty of repetition lets them participate to the full, and the author has also deftly woven in some nice opportunities for amateur dramatics by the adult readers - Alice seems to approve of my choice of "The Flowers that Bloom in the Spring" from The Mikado as Ben's 'silly song'.
What I think makes this book special however is the amount of wit and humour that has been packed into this deceptively simple framework. Alice and Louise both now start gurgling with laughter even before we have turned to the first page. What better recommendation could one ask for?
The two words that come to mind are 'simple' and 'straightforward' and these apply to just about every aspect of the book from the plot and the lovely illustrations to the text. The use of language that is readily accessible to young children coupled with plenty of repetition lets them participate to the full, and the author has also deftly woven in some nice opportunities for amateur dramatics by the adult readers - Alice seems to approve of my choice of "The Flowers that Bloom in the Spring" from The Mikado as Ben's 'silly song'.
What I think makes this book special however is the amount of wit and humour that has been packed into this deceptively simple framework. Alice and Louise both now start gurgling with laughter even before we have turned to the first page. What better recommendation could one ask for?
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Great for children picking up repeated phrases
I've read this to nursery, reception, and year 1- they all enjoy it and request it often. They all love saying- penguin said nothing!
Published 1 month ago by MISS G
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Hilarious!
We love this story! The illustrations make me laugh out loud and my daughter loves seeing the lion (I won't spoil the story for you). Read more
Published 2 months ago by Bluetwirl
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Penguin
Great book! My daughter loves it! Then bought it as a present for a friend's son. Another great title by Polly Dunbar.
Published 4 months ago by Cat
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Great Story
Funny wee story with short sentences which is good for my 5 yr old learning to read and my 2 yr old to follow I myself even enjoyed it
Published 5 months ago by lulabell
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Penguin
My two year old loves this book- he has been slow to start talking so maybe he empathises with the penguin! Read more
Published 5 months ago by Becca
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Highly recommendable!
My two sons, age 2 and 4, absolutely love this book! It's simple to read and understand, the illustration are fab - even though they are low key and the unexpected turn of events... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Ivalu
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lovely story, nicely illustrated.
This book was purchased for my grandchildren who are ages 3 and 5. They loved the story from the first time it was read to them and now they read it to me. Read more
Published 6 months ago by R ELLIOTT
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A humorous read at bedtime
A lovely and funny book. Ben receives a penguin which won't play or talk to him. Ben tries everything to get penguin to talk, but when nothing works he decides to feed penguin to... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Adrianna
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love Love LOVE IT!
It really is a wonderful book, the words and illustrations are some of the best I have seen in children's books. Read more
Published 10 months ago by M. Anderson
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Wonderful book!
My 2 year old son loves this book...he really loves the page where the penguin bites the lions nose...he laughs every night.
Published 13 months ago by Proud Papa
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