Out for the Count - Softcover

Cave, Kathryn

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1845075390 ISBN 13: 9781845075392

Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 2006

Synopsis

Tom can't sleep, so his father suggests he try "counting sheep." He agrees, but soon finds the sheep leading him, and his trusty stuffed-rabbit companion, into a wild woodland that's anything but restful. Once there, he meets more creatures -- mountain goats, pirates, penguins, even vampire bats and tigers. To survive, he hides or races away by car, on foot, or on skis, but always counting. Soon Tom finds himself in the company of 88 ghosts! Chris Riddell's colorful illustrations bring the action to life, while Kathryn Cave's verse narrative wittily documents Tom's search for sleep and counting skills!

About this title

Review:

"Chris Riddell's drawing is precise and brilliant. Kathryn Cave's verse narrative is understated, amusing and ironic." Raymond Briggs"

About the Author:

Kathryn Cave has worked in publishing for over 25 years and written many books for children. In 1997, Something Else, illustrated by Chris Riddell, won the UNESCO Prize for children's literature in the service of tolerance. She lives in Hampstead, London. To visit her website clickhere

About this edition

• Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 1845075390
• ISBN 13: 9781845075392
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32
• Illustrator: Riddell Chris