By Satoshi Kitamura (author) , Satoshi Kitamura (illustrator)
"A sublime and very funny book that takes the scary out of the everyday"
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Satoshi Kitamura’s genius is on display in this perfect little picture book.
Lily loves to go for a walk with Nicky, her little dog. Even when they stay out late, she’s not scared because Nicky is there with her. As Lily does the shopping, readers see both what she sees and what Nicky sees, and they’re very different.
For Nicky there are scary things everywhere! To him, a postbox is a monster, there’s another monster in the canal, and a whole pack of them in the bins, even tucked up in his basket he manages to give himself a scare.
Children will love laughing at Nicky’s visions and the gap between his experience and Lily’s, and it will also serve to take scariness out of their own world. The mix of real and surreal is beautifully done, the illustrations glow, and this is a delightful book for adults and children to share with so much to talk about.
When Lily takes a walk with her dog Nicky, she notices many lovely things. But poor Nicky only sees monsters lurking at every turn... By interpreting the pictures, the reader can understand that Nicky's fears are only imaginary.
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This funny and gently scary picture book was originally published in the 1980s and has now become a classic.
The clever concept and humour will delight both children and their parents, and help little ones to conquer their nightmares.
'A perfect introduction to childhood fears. It provides an opportunity for children to discuss the things that frighten them at home, in school or when they are out and about, just like Nicky. And hopefully, gain some much-needed reassurance from children like Lily.' Just Imagine
'The juxtaposition of child and dog's divergent perceptions of the same journey taken together is done with Kitamura's genius mix of the real and surreal; thus making this book an experience to savour and return to for several further excursions.' Red Reading Hub
'An ideal picture book to spark discussion and hone prediction and inference skills with younger children. A beautifully produced reissue of the 1980s classic.' School Reading List
'Satoshi's distinctive colourful style matches with an engaging tale that will want to be read more than ones. I wish we all lived in the world Lily lives in - so long as there are companions like Nicky to keep us safe!' Nayu's Reading Corner Blog
'Delightful and imaginative, this book will have children looking differently at their pets and their walks home!' My Shelves are Full
'Filled with visual humour and irony as she takes a rather uneventful walk, or so she thinks. As always, Kitamura's humour is ever prevalent and his signature surprise ending doesn't disappoint.' Book Gift Blogger
'A funny adventure with a dog and an over-active imagination.' Creative Steps Magazine
'There is enough horror to thrill but hopefully not to prompt nightmares and this book would provide an opening to discuss irrational fears with children. Parents may of course remember this story from their own childhood which adds an extra level to the sharing and understanding of this classic picture book from a much celebrated illustrator.' A Library Lady Blog
Satoshi Kitamura was born in 1956 in Tokyo. He says that when he was young he read comics and admits that these have had a great influence on his style. He says he was also influenced by anything visual from a tin of sardines to the fine art of the East and the West. He was not trained as an artist, but at the age of 19 began to do commercial work. From 1976-1979 he worked as a commercial artist in Japan, working as an illustrator for adverts and magazines. He moved to London in 1979 and worked mainly at designing greeting cards. He started illustrating for Andersen Press in 1981 after he had an exhibition of his work at the Neal Street Gallery in Covent Garden.
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When Lily takes a walk with her dog Nicky, she notices many lovely things. But poor Nicky only sees monsters lurking at every turn...
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Lily Takes a Walk and determined it is suitable for children aged 3-4 years old
Lily Takes a Walk features in the following genres: PSHE: Self-Awareness, Self-Esteem and Wellbeing, Personal Social Health Economic (PSHE), Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Animal Stories, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Featured Books for 3+ readers, Recommendations
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Lily Takes a Walk was written by Satoshi Kitamura and published by Scallywag Press
Lily Takes a Walk has 28 pages
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