Jonty Gentoo: The Adventures Of A Penguin Julia Donaldson Axel Scheffler Book

Titles in This Set:
Jonty Gentoo: The Adventures Of A Penguin Julia Donaldson Axel Scheffler Book

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 9780702929432

Overview:
Jonty Gentoo: The Adventures Of A Penguin is a stand-alone picture book from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler that has captured the hearts of families and classrooms. This charming rhyming tale follows a plucky gentoo penguin who slips from the zoo into a big, snowy world, venturing all the way to Antarctica with a comic detour to the North Pole. It’s a celebration of bravery, friendship, and discovering where you belong. The hardback edition with a foiled dust jacket is a lasting gift for any child’s library. It is also an official UK Number One Children’s Bestseller (17 Sept 2024).

About the Books:
Jonty Gentoo: The Adventures Of A Penguin delivers a complete, self-contained journey that blends playful verse with vivid, cinematic artwork. Donaldson’s rhythmic text invites lively read-aloud sessions, while Scheffler’s expressive illustrations invite children to linger over oceans, ice fields, and a parade of wildlife—seals, polar bears, and, of course, numerous penguins. The narrative keeps a buoyant, adventurous tempo even as it nudges readers toward themes of bravery, resilience, and belonging. Young readers will relish spotting tiny details on every page, from distant auroras to curious animal micro-scenes. The hardback edition’s foil jacket adds a premium, gift-ready sensibility to a story that begs to be shared aloud. This title is backed by the renowned duo behind The Gruffalo, Stick Man, Zog and Superworm, whose books have become lifetime favorites in many households.

Key Benefits:

• Official UK Number One Children’s Bestseller, signaling trusted quality for families.
• Premium hardback edition with a beautifully foiled dust jacket for gifting.
• Rhythmic, read-aloud friendly text by Julia Donaldson paired with Axel Scheffler’s charming illustrations.
• From a celebrated author-illustrator team known for enduring favorites like The Gruffalo and Stick Man.

About the Author:
Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler form one of children’s publishing’s most beloved collaborations. Together they have created picture book favorites such as The Gruffalo, Stick Man, Zog and Superworm, many of which have been adapted into animated films. Donaldson’s witty, singable verse combined with Scheffler’s warm, expressive artwork creates accessible stories that resonate with preschoolers and early readers alike. Their work is celebrated for sparking imagination, encouraging curiosity about the natural world, and inviting families to share memorable reading moments.

Why You’ll Love This [Book / Set / Box Set]:
A heartwarming, rule-free adventure that delights in friendship and belonging, perfect for gifting and building a child’s personal library.