Piglet Bo Is Not Scared!

(Hardback)

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Age range 3 & up

Piglet Bo insists that he is not scared. Not scared of anything and not scared of anyone. And if you think he seems scared, well, you're misunderstanding the situation. Really, Piglet Bo can't go into the dark cave because he doesn't want to disturb the bats. And he can't go into the deep pit because he's pretty sure the termites are having a birthday party and it would be rude to show up without a gift. But what are those shadows lurking on each page How long can Piglet Bo's excuses last
Geert De Kockere's whimsical story will capture the hearts of children and adults alike. This playful tale of a pig who just can't admit he's afraid is sure to get kids laughing out loud. Tineke Van Hemeldonck's uniquely evocative mixed-media illustrations bringPiglet Bo Is Not Scared!to life and give it an imaginative, quirky feel.

Author Bio

Geert De Kockere studied to become a teacher but instead became a professional journalist, working for the Flemish newspaper De Standaard (The Standard). Currently, he is the editor of Buitenbeen, a nature magazine for Flanders and the Netherlands. He has written many childrens books, including several collections of poems, and has won a variety of book prizes for his work. He lives in Kempen, Belgium.

Tineke Van Hemeldonck studied graphic design, specializing in illustration, at Provinciale Hogeschool Limburg in Hasselt. She has done all kinds of graphic design work and has illustrated several childrens books. She currently resides in Bunsbeek, Belgium.