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    When the Elephant Walks

    Author Keiko Kasza
    Illustrated by Keiko Kasza
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    $8.99 US
    Penguin Young Readers | G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
    5"W x 5.25"H x 0.68"D   | 7 oz | 72 per carton
    On sale May 24, 2004 | 30 Pages | 9780399242618
    Age 1-3 years | Up to Preschool
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    A charming circular story where the tiniest animal just might be the most powerful.

    When the Elephant walks, he scares the Bear. When the Bear runs away, he scares the Crocodile. When the Crocodile swims for his life, he scares the Wild Hog . . . and so on, down to the Mouse. And who could be scared of the little Mouse? The last spread answers this question in a way that will delight small children-and the endearing animals, rhythmic text, and hilarious illustrations will make this book a favorite.
    "An unpretentious, thoroughly engaging book. . . Just right for use with preschoolers." --The Horn Book

    "The expressions on their faces, the body language, and details are priceless. Kasza brings delicious humor to this wonderfully simple tale. . . . A gem to share." --Kirkus Reviews, pointer review

    "Young children will giggle at the absurdity of the conclusion of this humorous story. . . Sure to be a poopular choice for preschoolers and beginning readers." --School Library Journal

    "Kasza ( The Wolf's Chicken Stew and The Pigs' Picnic ) fills her pictures with amusing details that children will appreciate along with the simple story. Especially entertaining are the expressions on the animals' faces.” –Publishers Weekly

    Keiko Kasza was born on a small Japanese island in the Inland Sea of Japan, where she lived with her parents, two brothers, and grandparents. Her uncles, aunts, and cousins also lived nearby. She graduated with a degree in graphic design from California State University at Northridge. She then married an American, making the United States her home ever since. After publishing five children’s books in Japan and working as a graphic designer for 14 years, Ms. Kasza decided in 1988 to devote her time to picture books. She lives in Indiana with her husband and two sons. View titles by Keiko Kasza

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    A charming circular story where the tiniest animal just might be the most powerful.

    When the Elephant walks, he scares the Bear. When the Bear runs away, he scares the Crocodile. When the Crocodile swims for his life, he scares the Wild Hog . . . and so on, down to the Mouse. And who could be scared of the little Mouse? The last spread answers this question in a way that will delight small children-and the endearing animals, rhythmic text, and hilarious illustrations will make this book a favorite.

    Praise

    "An unpretentious, thoroughly engaging book. . . Just right for use with preschoolers." --The Horn Book

    "The expressions on their faces, the body language, and details are priceless. Kasza brings delicious humor to this wonderfully simple tale. . . . A gem to share." --Kirkus Reviews, pointer review

    "Young children will giggle at the absurdity of the conclusion of this humorous story. . . Sure to be a poopular choice for preschoolers and beginning readers." --School Library Journal

    "Kasza ( The Wolf's Chicken Stew and The Pigs' Picnic ) fills her pictures with amusing details that children will appreciate along with the simple story. Especially entertaining are the expressions on the animals' faces.” –Publishers Weekly

    Author

    Keiko Kasza was born on a small Japanese island in the Inland Sea of Japan, where she lived with her parents, two brothers, and grandparents. Her uncles, aunts, and cousins also lived nearby. She graduated with a degree in graphic design from California State University at Northridge. She then married an American, making the United States her home ever since. After publishing five children’s books in Japan and working as a graphic designer for 14 years, Ms. Kasza decided in 1988 to devote her time to picture books. She lives in Indiana with her husband and two sons. View titles by Keiko Kasza

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