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Book Synopsis: Mr. Gumpy's Outing is a Boston Globe-Horn Book Award winner and an American Library Association Notable Children's Book. In England, illustrator John Burningham, with Mr. Gumpy's Outing, became the first artist ever to win England's Kate Greenaway Medal twice. Mr. Gumpy lives by a river. One sunny day he decides to take a ride in his small boat. It is such a perfect idea, for such a perfect summer day, that he soon has company: first the children, then the rabbit, the cat, the dog, the pig, the sheep, the chickens, and still others until-- Mr. Gumpy's outing comes to an inevitable but not unhappy, conclusion. "Come for a ride another day," says Mr. Gumpy at the book's end. And young readers will return again and again to this sprightly story with its clever, captivating illustrations that reflect the sunlit quality of a lazy summer afternoon.
An ALA Notable Children's Book
A New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children's Book
A Child Study Association Children's Book of the Year
A Library of Congress Children's Book of the Year
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Experience the joy and adventure of Mr. Gumpy's Outing, a beloved children's classic that has captivated young readers for generations. Winner of the prestigious Boston Globe-Horn Book Award and the esteemed Kate Greenaway Medal, this charming tale will transport your child to a world of imagination and fun.
Join Mr. Gumpy on his sunny outing as he sets off on a boat ride along the river. As the story unfolds, various playful animals and curious children hop aboard, turning a simple boat ride into a delightful adventure. With clever and captivating illustrations that beautifully capture the essence of a lazy summer afternoon, this book is a treasure that will be cherished by both young and old.
Not only is Mr. Gumpy's Outing a joy to read, but it is also recognized by the American Library Association as a Notable Children's Book. The New York Times Book Review applauds its brilliant illustrations, while the Child Study Association has named it a Children's Book of the Year. With such accolades, you can trust that this book will engage and entertain your child.
So why wait? Bring the magic of Mr. Gumpy's Outing into your child's life today. Let them embark on a whimsical journey filled with laughter, friendship, and the beauty of storytelling. Immerse them in a world where imagination knows no bounds. Order your copy now and create memories that will last a lifetime.
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