For fans of Sophie's Squash and other super-silly picture books, here is the endearing story of a man named Silli who tries to tame the wind in ridiculous ways.
Silli lives in the middle of a meadow, in the open air. One morning, a gust of wind pays a visit--brrrr! What if the wind comes to stay? If only Silli could find some sheep, he'd have wool to knit a sweater to keep him warm. Luckily, he spots five large "sheep" up on a hill--perfect! It's just too bad they're resistant to herding and their wool is incredibly hard. But when Silli leans against them, they block the wind and keep him warm. . . . Perhaps he can build a shelter made of sheep? And so he resourcefully arranges his sturdy sheep (which are actually sheep-shaped rocks) into a little hut, and is finally warm and dry. This charming story--crafted in the tradition of folkloric characters who are well-meaning, likeable, and also a bit ridiculous--is sure to have a ton of kid appeal.
"A fresh and funny story of a good-natured soul who marches—with perseverance and gusto—to his own drummer." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
“All readers will be charmed by the earnest Silli’s perseverance, in a tale that celebrates nonsense while skillfully keeping children in the know.” —School Library Journal
TIFFANY STONE is a celebrated poet, picture book author and editor known for her clever wordplay. Her recent titles include Super Small, illustrated by Ashley Spires; Wood Could, illustrated by Andrew Larsen, and Little Narwhal, Not Alone, illustrated by Ashlyn Anstee. Super Small received a starred review from Kirkus. Wood Could received a starred review from School Library Journal. Tiffany received a BFA in Creative Writing from the University of British Columbia and has been published in children's magazines such as Chirp. She was born in Quebec but lives with her family and pets, including two snakes, in Maple Ridge, British Columbia.
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For fans of Sophie's Squash and other super-silly picture books, here is the endearing story of a man named Silli who tries to tame the wind in ridiculous ways.
Silli lives in the middle of a meadow, in the open air. One morning, a gust of wind pays a visit--brrrr! What if the wind comes to stay? If only Silli could find some sheep, he'd have wool to knit a sweater to keep him warm. Luckily, he spots five large "sheep" up on a hill--perfect! It's just too bad they're resistant to herding and their wool is incredibly hard. But when Silli leans against them, they block the wind and keep him warm. . . . Perhaps he can build a shelter made of sheep? And so he resourcefully arranges his sturdy sheep (which are actually sheep-shaped rocks) into a little hut, and is finally warm and dry. This charming story--crafted in the tradition of folkloric characters who are well-meaning, likeable, and also a bit ridiculous--is sure to have a ton of kid appeal.
Reviews
"A fresh and funny story of a good-natured soul who marches—with perseverance and gusto—to his own drummer." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
“All readers will be charmed by the earnest Silli’s perseverance, in a tale that celebrates nonsense while skillfully keeping children in the know.” —School Library Journal
Author
TIFFANY STONE is a celebrated poet, picture book author and editor known for her clever wordplay. Her recent titles include Super Small, illustrated by Ashley Spires; Wood Could, illustrated by Andrew Larsen, and Little Narwhal, Not Alone, illustrated by Ashlyn Anstee. Super Small received a starred review from Kirkus. Wood Could received a starred review from School Library Journal. Tiffany received a BFA in Creative Writing from the University of British Columbia and has been published in children's magazines such as Chirp. She was born in Quebec but lives with her family and pets, including two snakes, in Maple Ridge, British Columbia.
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