Sheep School
By (Author) Ross Montgomery
Illustrated by Marisa Morea
HarperCollins Publishers
Barrington Stoke Ltd
2nd May 2023
2nd March 2023
United Kingdom
Children
Fiction
Childrens / Teenage fiction: Nature and animal stories
Childrens / Teenage personal and social topics: Emotions, moods, feelings and be
Childrens / Teenage fiction: General, modern and contemporary fiction
Picture books: character books
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Sheep and goats
Childrens / Teenage fiction: School stories
823.92
Paperback
96
Width 126mm, Height 168mm, Spine 6mm
140g
William the lamb just can't stand still. His feet are always tapping, ready to dance, and he loves nothing more than burstinginto song. But his talents aren't always appreciated at Sheep School. Cast out of the flock, he wanders miserably away onlyto witness the rest of the sheep being captured by the Big Bad Wolf. Can William find a way to put his artistic skills to useto save the day
"This hilarious, quick-witted tale of how to be part of a family or community even if you stand out or don't feel your talent allows you to easily fit in. Colourfully and cleanly illustrated which perfectly compliment the laugh out loud text full of wit and wisdom." -- Drawing on Books, blog
"Gigglingly good fun" -- Lib With Attitude, blog
"A thwarted thespian lamb ... takes centre stage in a wonderfully woolly and witty tale ... [a] delightful adventure, with an unexpected twist in its tail" -- Book-marked, blog
"Bursting with Marisa Moreas lively, humour-filled illustrations, this witty, entertaining and laugh-out-loud caper of being true to yourself is baa-rilliant fun."
-- A Word About Books, blogRoss Montgomery is the award-winning children's author of bestselling middle grade fiction and picture books, including the Costa Children's Book Award shortlisted The Midnight Guardians, The Chime Seekers, and Ten Delicious Teachers. He previously worked as a primary school teacher and now tours the country for school events and festivals.
Marisa Morea is a freelance illustrator based in Madrid, Spain. She lived in Barcelona for a couple of years and she graduated in a MA Illustration at Eina School in Barcelona in 2009. After a few years working as an Art Director in several advertising agencies, Marisa decided to quit and try as a full-time illustrator. So far, she's worked with many international clients from the United States, Australia, UK, France and Singapore.
In her spare time, Marisa is an Asthanga yogi and a classic cinema lover. She also goes crazy for music and enjoys creating covers of her favourite songs on the guitar.