Olympics! (Picture Puffin Books) [Mass Market Paperback]

B. G. Hennessy (Author), Michael Chesworth (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 22, 2000 | Age Level: 4 and up | Series: Picture Puffin Books

All over the world, people are getting ready for the Olympics. Runners are running, swimmers are swimming, and teams are learning to work together. Meanwhile, workers are preparing for a spectacle that million of fans will watch. All of the fun and excitement of the Olympics is captured by B. G. Hennessy's appealing text and Michael Chesworth's bright illustrations in this delightful picture book.

"This informative picture books is a lively introduction [to the Olympics]." --Booklist

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

"This volume demystifies the Summer and Winter Games for young readers," PW noted, adding that the "energetic, whimsical yet detailed watercolors capture the excitement." Ages 4-8. (May)
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From School Library Journal

PreSchool-Grade 2?If you're looking to stock up on books about the Olympics as the Summer Games in Atlanta draw near, here's a suitable purchase. The scant text depicts everyone from the athletes to those who manufacture equipment for both the Summer and Winter games. Hennessy gives an overview of what's involved in putting on and participating in the Olympics, rather than factual accounts of various competitions. Still, readers and listeners will be made aware of the opening ceremonies, the myriad events, the medal presentations, and the Olympic village. No athletes or specific sites are mentioned by name. Cartoonlike illustrations provide a suitable complement to the breezy writing style. A basic introduction.?Tom S. Hurlburt, La Crosse Public Library, WI
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Mass Market Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Puffin (May 22, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0140384871
• ISBN-13: 978-0140384871
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #929,627 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #43 in Books > Children's Books > Sports & Games > Sports > Olympics

More About the Author

B. G. Hennessy has authored over 35 children's books including the entire series of CORDUROY lift-the-flap books. With nearly four million books in print in ten languages, her writing awards and honors include two Parenting Magazine Reading Magic Awards an IRA/Children's Choice Award Book and a Best Book of the Year by the Bank Street College of Education. She recently authored CORDUROY LOST AND FOUND, a companion to Don Freeman's beloved Corduroy bear series. More information on her books can be found at www.bghennessy.com. Ms. Hennessy lives in Paradise Valley, Arizona with her family.