Marcus Pfister is a celebrated children's author renowned for his captivating watercolor illustrations. His artistic style is characterized by the masterful blend of colors and meticulous detail that brings his narratives to life. Pfister explores themes of friendship, sharing, and acceptance, which deeply resonate with young readers globally. His creative process involves carefully transferring sketches onto watercolor paper, employing a layered painting technique to achieve soft effects and sharp details alike.
"At first glance, all penguins look the same. But a closer look reveals that every penguin is different. Theo is the smartest of them all, but doesn t want to show it. Felix has short wings, Sarah loves to draw more than talk, and Lena is attracted to Ida. Each penguin has worries and fears, strengths and dreams. And yet, together they form a community."--
Join Rainbow Fish and his friends as they discover the happiness of sharing, how to resolve an argument, how to be a good sport, and more ... These are the everyday but important situations that every child experiences and from which they can emerge strengthened.
Follow Raven s calamities and triumphs in this wordless picture book and enhance or change the story with reuseable peel-off emoji stickers.
The ninth book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series, now available in paperback. When Rainbow Fish meets a new friend, Humbert, he isn’t sure what to think. Humbert tells all kinds of strange stories: Somewhere at the bottom of the ocean there’s a plug! There’s a blue whale living near here . . . and he’s going to eat up all of our food.But before Rainbow Fish and his friends panic, they realize that Humbert just likes to make up tall tales. Rainbow Fish and his friends soon come up with a clever idea that brings harmony to the group. "The familiar characters taking on an unusual topic make this a book to consider anywhere this series is popular." –School Library Journal
Where there’s a walrus, there’s a way!Bull walrus Franz-Ferdinand doesn’t like to move. But when he sees a flock of ice gliding flamingos dance, he discovers his love of ballet. When he decides he wants to join the graceful dance troupe, no one believes it’s possible. Will Franz-Ferdinand prove them wrong?The Rainbow Fish creator Marcus Pfister’s humorous new story strengthens our belief in our own dreams.A tale as sparkly as its art.Booklist
Zielgruppe: Kinder ab 4 Jahren Mats findet auf dem Inselberg einen Wunderstein. Der leuchtende Stein, der auch behagliche Wärme ausstrahlt, lockt die anderen Felsmäuse herbei. Natürlich möchte nun jede Maus einen solchen Wunderstein haben. Doch da meldet sich der alte Balthasar zu Wort: Die leuchtenden Steine gehören der Insel. Wer etwas von ihr nimmt, muss auch etwas zurückgeben. Werden die Felsmäuse auf Balthasars Warnung hören? Eine Parabel über unseren Umgang mit der Umwelt, bei der der Leser mit den Felsmäusen gemeinsam Entscheidungen treffen muss: Wird die Habsucht der Mäuse zum Raubbau an der Insel führen oder zeigen die Mäuse Respekt und Dankbarkeit? Durchgehend farbig illustriert
When Leo, the city mouse, visits his friend Zoe in the countryside for the first time, he meets a huge and horrible monster. It’s gigantic, has lots of horns, an enormous tail, and when it roars, the earth shakes. At least that’s what Leo saw. Or did he? Zoe thinks his description sounds just like Berta, the sweet-tempered cow in the meadow . . . Bestselling author Marcus Pfister skillfully weaves a hilarious story of mystery, suspense and just a hint of scariness.
A new book from the author of the bestselling Rainbow Fish series!The peace and quiet of the forest are shattered by a scream. Someone has stolen the squirrel’s three hazelnuts! Who could have committed such a terrible crime? The squirrel begins his investigation, and no one is above suspicion.
Nothing is nicer than sharing and giving! For twenty-five years the little fish with the sparkling scales, who learned to share,has enchanted children and grown-ups all over the world.The international bestseller is now available in a special linen-bound classic edition, complete with glittery stickers.
The story of The Rainbow Fish—the most beautiful fish in the ocean—has been a favorite of children all over the world for 25 years. This educational companion is full of activities and ideas to share with your classroom! Classroom fun with The Rainbow Fish! Now children can join Rainbow Fish and explore 20 fun-filled activities—including art, music, dance, reading, and discussion! With tips, ideas, and instructions, this book is ideal for nursery and primary school aged children—deepening their reading experience and engaging their imaginations.