Gilbert and his sister Lola are excited about their cousin Wally's visit, but it's not as much fun as they imagined. Wally has to be first at everything - even the neighborhood Easter egg hunt! But when things turn mean, can Gilbert be a friend and teach his cousin to share? Ages 3 to 8. 32 pages, paperback.
Product Information
Format: Paperback Number of Pages: 32 Vendor: Harpercollins Publishing Publication Date: 2011 Dimensions: 10.00 X 8.00 (inches)
ISBN: 006089296X ISBN-13: 9780060892968 Availability: In Stock Ages: 4-8
Gilbert and Lola are excited that their cousin Wally is coming for a visit—just in time for the Easter egg hunt! But soon they learn how competitive Wally has become. He has to be the fastest, be the first in line, and find the most eggs, no matter who gets hurt. How can Gilbert deal with such relentless rivalry?
In this humorous and encouraging story by Diane deGroat, Gilbert—everyone’s favorite opossum—teaches Wally who the rotten egg really is!
Author Bio
Diane deGroat is the illustrator of many children's books and the author-illustrator of the award-winning Gilbert books, including the New York Times bestseller Roses are Pink, Your Feet Really Stink. Diane lives in Amherst, Massachusetts.
Diane deGroat is the illustrator of many children's books and the author-illustrator of the award-winning Gilbert books, including the New York Times bestseller Roses are Pink, Your Feet Really Stink. Diane lives in Amherst, Massachusetts.
Editorial Reviews
“Children will relate to the story, which imparts a gentle lesson on how to be a friend.”
“deGroat’s artwork and story have a benign, empathetic cast to them, so the moral eases into the proceedings without becoming heavy handed.”
“deGroat’s many fans will welcome another book about Gilbert.”