Davide Cali is a prominent author whose imaginative picture books and graphic novels captivate young readers. Through his unique storytelling, he invites children and young adults into worlds filled with wonder and discovery. His narratives often explore themes of childhood, friendship, and the power of imagination, presented with a distinctive visual flair. Cali's work resonates globally, making him a cherished voice in international children's literature.
The humorous tale of two children who adopt a pair of rabbits - one male and one female - and the ensuing hijinks when they must give away all the rabbits as a result. A counting book with lots of details to spot from prolific Swiss-born children's book author Davide Calì.
A delightfully playful, strikingly illustrated fairy tale that flips gender and sexual norms on their head, while highlighting the power of humility and perseverance. When knight after knight tries to rescue the princess and fails, who will succeed in saving her?
The latest book in Davide Cali and Benjamin Chaud's internationally acclaimed I Didn't Do My Homework Because . . .series is out of this world!
Discover Little Pea's debut in this gentle, joyous story about embracing what makes us unique Little Pea was born tiny, but with big aspirations. As he grows up, he loves to climb, explore, swim, daydream--just like any other kid his age. But when Little Pea starts school, the realization of how small he is sets in. Suddenly, he's too small to sit at his desk, play the flute, or even join classmates at recess. What will become of Little Pea?
Set against the backdrop of Italy, this novel explores the life of a writer grappling with the complexities of creativity and personal identity. Through a blend of introspection and vivid storytelling, it delves into themes of ambition, solitude, and the struggle for authenticity in the literary world. The protagonist's journey is marked by both triumphs and setbacks, reflecting the universal challenges faced by artists. With rich character development and a poignant narrative, the book invites readers to reflect on the nature of inspiration and the art of writing.
An unseen reader goes head-to-head with the big bad wolf in this hilarious counting-book twist on The Three Little Pigs. Once upon a time, there were three little pigs. Then the wolf ate them. THE END. This story is too short! I want a longer one! In this clever counting book, the big bad wolf doesn’t want to tell a long story. He wants to get to the eating part. But the reader has other ideas. From a pig soccer team to a pig for every letter of the alphabet to 101 pigs in an animated movie, the stories get more and more fantastical . . . but they’re always too short and they ALL end the same way. Using an abacus as the basis for her illustrations, Marianna creates beguiling little pigs and a menacing but slightly bored wolf that perfectly complement the inventive story by Davide Cali. Come for the counting, stay for the storytelling! This book has it all.
Discover Little Pea's Drawing School, where everyone is about to learn an important lesson about art, even the teacher! Little Pea is now an accomplished artist--everyone knows it. One day, a friend of his encourages him to open a drawing school. What a marvelous idea! Shortly after, his first class is ready to attend his lessons, and everyone is working hard to improve their skills and techniques. Little Pea will soon learn that one does not always recognize a great artist at first glance.
Meet Mr. Tiger, the bravest, the strongest and the greatest wrestler in the ring. But outside the ring, despite the muscles and the fierce mask, Mr. Tiger is painfully shy. Even speaking to the lady he secretly admires seems impossible - until a loyal friend helps him out.
"Little Pea illustrates stamps for a living. He has painted insects, tomatoes, cars and flowers. What should he draw next? He is short on inspiration... So, he sets off on a great journey and a quest for ideas in his bright red plane. And who knows where he will land?"-- Provided by publisher
An ordinary day turns into an extraordinary adventure for three friends lying in the grass watching the clouds pass by as Zip, Trik, and Flip set off to find where the world ends. The trio journeys across fantastical landscapes—a lakeside city on stilts, a mysterious and magical forest, a snowy mountaintop—with countless delightful details for young readers to discover. Along the way, they encounter helping hands and discouraging doubters, and each time they think they have reached the end of the world, it seems to move further away. The three friends maintain their spirit and determination, enjoying the journey as much as the destination before returning home again.