Leigh Hobb's is Australia's Children's Laureate 2016-2017.It's Miss
Corker's first day at her new school (in fact, it's her first day
at any school) and she is looking forward to meeting her class.
Leigh Hobbs turns his sharply observant eyes to the oddballs and
misfits in Grade 4 in this absolutely hilarious illustrated story
for 7-11 year olds.'a world of barely contained anarchy, borderline
menace and irresistible humour It's reassuring to think that the
truly anarchic tradition in children's literature is still being
honoured' Brisbane's Child, Sydney's Child'a perfect read for
reluctant readers with a zany sense of humour' Sunday Star
Times'one of the most profound, moving and monumental children's
books that has ever been written. This never-before-told story of
grade 4F will change your life A classroom of freaks is an inspired
idea allows his anarchic and outrageous funny drawings to carry the
day.' The Age'In magnificent, minimal sketches the pupils of 4F
leap from the pen of Melbourne illustrator and author Leigh Hobbs
and elbow their way on to the page Parents are likely to enjoy the
cleverness of the drawings and text as much as children.' Courier
Mail'4F for freaks Hobbs's skill as artist and author is evident
here. He has created a cast of unpleasant characters who appeal
even as they repel. He uses alliteration and rhyme to powerful
effect. The conclusion is superb, with a twist that leaves the
reader pondering who has really won.' Sunday Morning
Herald'unputdownable' Single Parent Bible'packed full of the
author's distinctive, bizarre, cartoon characters Young fans of
Leigh Hobbs will readily take to the terrible 4F and their
mischievous pranks, however, I suspect quite a few older readers
will have a chuckle or two as well.' Magpies Vol 21'politically
incorrect - fabulously awful.' Weekend Australian
General
Imprint: |
Allen & Unwin Children's Books
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Country of origin: |
Australia |
Series: |
FREAKS, 1 |
Release date: |
February 2006 |
Authors: |
Leigh Hobbs
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Dimensions: |
195 x 130 x 6mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
|
Pages: |
96 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-74114-091-0 |
Categories: |
Books >
Fiction >
General
Promotions
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LSN: |
1-74114-091-9 |
Barcode: |
9781741140910 |
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