What happens when a pigeon who looks after all the visitors in the park finds himself in need? Help comes from a surprising source in a touching story of unexpected connection.
Hugo the pigeon has a very important job. He is a park warden: he tends to his small Parisian park and all the people who live around it. Hugo helps the park neighbors all year long: keeping Madame Grande company as she sits in the sun, discussing the news with Monsieur Occupé, entertaining little Bébé and Coquine so their mothers can take a rest, and flying from one apartment to the next during the winter to remind everyone that spring is coming. But one set of windows never opens for Hugo's visits. Hugo knows that Somebody is there behind the curtains, but whoever they are, they hide whenever he knocks. What will it take for the mysterious Somebody to be coaxed out to enjoy the park--and perhaps make a few friends? Award-winning author Atinuke teams up with acclaimed illustrator Birgitta Sif for a charming, joyful story of friendship, bravery, and community."synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Atinuke is the author of many books for children, including three picture books illustrated by Angela Brooksbank: Baby Goes to Market, B Is for Baby, and Catch That Chicken! Born in Nigeria, Atinuke began her career as a traditional storyteller. She is the recipient of many awards, including a Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor. Atinuke lives in Wales.
Birgitta Sif has illustrated a number of picture books, including The Tall Man and the Small Mouse, written by Mara Bergman, and Snowboy and the Last Tree Standing, written by Hiawyn Oram. She is also the author-illustrator of Frances Dean Who Loved to Dance and Dance and Oliver, which was short-listed for the Kate Greenaway medal. Birgitta Sif lives in Cambridge, England."About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Seller: More Than Words, Waltham, MA, U.S.A.
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Seller: Your Online Bookstore, Houston, TX, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Sif, Birgitta (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 153621275X-3-36589445
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Sif, Birgitta (illustrator). Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 52316503-75
Seller: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Sif, Birgitta (illustrator). Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 52316503-75
Seller: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Sif, Birgitta (illustrator). Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 40914934-75
Seller: Bay State Book Company, North Smithfield, RI, U.S.A.
Condition: good. Sif, Birgitta (illustrator). The book is in good condition with all pages and cover intact, including the dust jacket if originally issued. The spine may show light wear. Pages may contain some notes or highlighting, and there might be a "From the library of" label. Boxed set packaging, shrink wrap, or included media like CDs may be missing. Seller Inventory # BSM.XTY6
Seller: ThriftBooks-Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Sif, Birgitta (illustrator). Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G153621275XI4N10
Seller: ThriftBooks-Reno, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Sif, Birgitta (illustrator). Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G153621275XI4N10
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Sif, Birgitta (illustrator). Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G153621275XI4N10
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Sif, Birgitta (illustrator). Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G153621275XI4N10