By Kayleigh Mackie (author) , FX and Color Studio (illustrator)
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On first glance this seems to be a short book with a very simple storyline but upon reading and reflection it offers much more.
Illustrated in bright and bold colours, the story focuses upon a young boy called Eddie and his dog, Kenny. Eddie thinks about animals and their special qualities, envisaging what it would be like if he himself had those physical attributes. He transforms himself into a wondrous creature consisting of a variety of animal body parts and succeeds in avoiding dangerous situations by calling upon one of the animal traits. After his adventures, he finally decides that he would actually rather be himself.
This would be the perfect story for a teacher to read to a class when celebrating the uniqueness of one's own individuality. Its fantasy element would appeal to young children, yet its underlying theme enables the opportunity to encourage self-worth and confidence.
Val Rowe, A LoveReading4Kids Ambassador
In his quest to become the world's greatest creature, can Eddie learn to be himself? A charming picture book with an important message, full of fun rhymes and delightful illustrations. You'll be following Eddie swooping and looping, stumbling and tumbling, and splashing and dashing as he attempts to become the world's greatest creature.
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Can Eddie be the greatest? Who does he choose to be in the end? A fun read a-loud book to spark the imagination in any child.
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A fun idea, gently and humorously told, that children will love and take to heart.
'Eddie, the World's Greatest Creature' written by Kayleigh Mackie and charmingly and colourfully illustrated by Fx and Color Studio is a delightful rhyming picture book for children aged two to seven with a serious life message. In it, Eddie tells his dog, Kenny, that he would like to combine the best features from the animal world, such as a dolphin's tail and an eagle's wings, to make himself into the greatest creature on earth.
However, when he imagines how this combination would work out in practice he soon realises that every creature is made the way it is to fit it's own specific circumstances.... Read Full Review
In his quest to become the world's greatest creature, can Eddie learn to be himself? A charming picture book with an important message, full of fun rhymes and delightful illustrations.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Eddie The World's Greatest Creature and determined it is suitable for children aged 3-6 years old
Eddie The World's Greatest Creature features in the following genres: Fantasy / Magical, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Featured Books for 3+ readers, Recommendations, Featured Books for 5+ readers, Indie Books We Love, Animal Stories, Indie Author Books
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Eddie The World's Greatest Creature was written by Kayleigh Mackie and published by Independently published
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