Traction Man--wearing combat boots, battle pants, and his warfare shirt--comes in a box, but very quickly finds the way into the imagination of his lucky boy owner. This superhero searches for the Lost Wreck of the Sieve as the boy makes a game of doing the dishes, and later in the bathtub, he conquers the Mysterious Toes that are stealing his pet, the brave little Scrubbing Brush. These are just a few of the action-packed adventures played out by the boy and his new toy that may not be able to leap tall buildings in a single bound, but can vanquish all manner of villains lurking around the house. Mini Grey's story in words and pictures is an irresistible invitation to the private world of a child's play.
Praise for "The Very Smart Pea and the Princess-to-Be"
"A rib-tickling U.S. debut for Grey, with plenty of sight gags to complement the chatty narrative."--"Kirkus Reviews"
""The Very Smart Pea and the Princess-to-Be" delivers an entertaining spin and a great deal of visual wit."--"The Horn Book"
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Review:
"This book is full of the wild imaginative details and comic-strip energy that define all Grey's picture books." (Korky Paul S Magazine, Sunday Express)
"Everything Mini Grey writes is an instant hit and Traction Man is no exception . . . She is a one-off and so is he" (Observer)
"Grey has produced a splendidly tongue-in-cheek picture book . . . Funny, satirical and inventive . . . Traction Man is a delight" (The Sunday Times)
"Visual and verbal wit abound so children and parents will find much to enjoy" (The Bookseller)
"Children will trill and giggle with recognition at this genuinely funny artist" (Independent)
Book Description:
A brilliantly witty story about how heroes can be found in the most unlikely places (or outfits, for that matter).
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- PublisherTurtleback Books
- Publication date2012
- ISBN 10 0606263853
- ISBN 13 9780606263856
- BindingLibrary Binding
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