Val Biro bol detský autor, umelec a ilustrátor, ktorého príbehy sa rodia z osobných skúseností a rozvíjajú sa do imaginatívnych svetov. Písanie pre neho bolo primárne prostriedkom na ilustrovanie svojich nápadov, hoci ho samotný príbeh často predstihol. Každé dielo sa rodilo niekoľko mesiacov a následne bolo napísané počas jedného intenzívneho dňa. Jeho jedinečný prístup spája realitu s fantáziou, čo čitateľom ponúka pútavé a vizuálne bohaté zážitky.
Kniha obsahuje viac ako štyridsať rozprávok dánskeho spisovateľa Hansa Christiana Andersena, nevynímajúc jeho najznámejšie ako Snehová Kráľovná či Cisárove nové šaty, všetky doplnené krásnymi ilustráciami Miloslava Dismana.
Bohatě ilustrovaný výběr převyprávěných pohádek slavných německých autorů.
In the 21st Gumdrop adventure, Mr Oldcastle and his grandson Dan visit Mr Bigshot's dirty and decrepit zoo. All the animals look miserable, especially Bunbo the elephant. But Mr Oldcastle, Dan and Gumdrop all come to Bunbo's rescue when he escapes from his horrible prison. Colour illustrations
'The Hare and the Tortoise', 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf' and 'The Goose that Laid the Golden Eggs'… The popular childrenâ€s author and illustrator, Val Biro retells these and 13 more of the best-loved tales from Aesop in simple language for younger children, and with bold, colourful paintings full of amusing detail and expression.
With an ailing car full of children, Mr. Oldcastle pursues a thief into the midst of a children's fancy dress competition.
Series: Follow Mr. Oldcastle, his vintage car, Gumdrop, and Horace the dog in this lively adventure series brought to life with Val Biro's much-loved illustrations. Fun, engaging stories perfect for sharing at story time or for independent reading. This is one in a series of illustrated books that accompanies Gumdrop on his adventures. In this story Gumdrop meets Horace.
Bett's new edition positions Perrault in relation to the many other tales in circulation before and after, offering helpful comparisions. Margaret Reynolds
This picture word book, illustrated by Val Biro, has been designed for children who are beginning to learn how to read and write. Over 500 words which children encounter are listed in alphabetical order. Each word is accompanied by a phrase to show usage and by a lively illustration to express meaning. A special picture section at the back on numbers, colours, festivals and fairytale characters will help children with their own writing at school. An extended word list will help them with spelling.
A sick camel at the zoo leaves the children without rides, unless Gumdrop the vintage car can save the day.
A must-read classic tale for any young reader.
A must-read classic tale for any young reader.
When Joe takes his vintage car Gumdrop to school to show to the pupils, one of them tries to go for a ride without permission.
Over 500 words, in alphabetical order, with funny, useful, and interesting phrases to explain their meanings. The antics of Val Biro's monkeys, cats, mice, frogs and many other characters, make this a funny, friendly introduction to first dictionary skills.
Gumdrop and the steamroller --Gumdrop goes to school --Gumdrop has a tummy-ache --Gumdrop goes fishing --Gumdrop in a hurry --Gumdrop is the best car.
Gumdrop at the zoo --Gumdrop posts a letter --Gumdrop gets a lift --Gumdrop and Horace --Gumdrop races a train --Gumdrop on the farm.
