Hilda Offen is a celebrated children's author and illustrator, recognized for her captivating picture books, engaging stories for young readers, and delightful poetry. Her work has garnered prestigious awards, cementing her reputation as a significant voice in children's literature. Offen's distinctive style and imaginative narratives consistently charm and captivate young audiences, making her a beloved figure among readers and critics alike. Her contributions enrich the landscape of children's books with their creativity and warmth.
Age range 5 to 7 Rita has a special secret. One day -- left out of the fun as usual by her big brothers and sister -- Rita finds a parcel on the doorstep. It is addressed to her and contains a special cloak, boots and gloves. A complete Rescuer's outfit. It gives her amazing powers and soon she is performing some very daring rescues...
A new collection by acclaimed poet Hilda Offen. Illustrated with her own characterful line drawings, here are poems full of humour which express her compassionate view of the world, seen in scenes of family life and school as well as Hilda's reflections on history and the things she sees around her.
Left out of the fun by her big brothers and sister it only takes a moment for Rita to pull on her special cloak and boots and - ta da! - she's Rita the rescuer, strong, fast and fearless!
This is a vibrant and accessible selection full of funny, thoughtful and surprising poems where Hilda writes about subjects that fascinate children, from dreams and magic to dinosaurs and family life
Introducing Rita the Rescuer - superhero for a new generation!
A group of aliens have landed on Earth from Planet Norma Alpha and they are causing mischief. Rita has to call on all her special powers as she smashes an asteroid, takes a lost Norm back to his flying saucer, and then shows the visitors the quickest way home through space.
It's Roman day at the Sports Field. There's plenty of work for Rita--a toddler's being launched in the air from the catapult, a trumpeter's in trouble, and she is even called upon to build Adrian's Wall!
Second collection of original poems for all ages illustrated by author
HUMOROUS STORIES (CHILDREN'S / TEENAGE). visit to the castle isn't dull when Rita has changed into her Rescuer outfit - she scares off the castle ghost, jousts in a tournament and defeats three knights in a swordfight. Ages 5+
If it's a puppy that can't swim, an island castaway or a giant crocodile about to open its fearsome jaws, just call for Rita the rescuer!