The Armadillo Who Came for Dinner

Illustrated by Joelle Dreidemy
Hardcover
$18.99 US
10.75"W x 9.38"H x 0.35"D  
On sale Aug 06, 2024 | 32 Pages | 978-1-6643-0043-9
| Preschool - 2
One day, Dizzy the armadillo lands in Little Lamb's picnic with a THUMP! But Dizzy is tough, and he definitely doesn't need a comforting hug. Or does he?

In this sixth installment of the adorable series featuring best friends Little Lamb and Wolf, an armadillo named Dizzy crashes into their picnic. Little Lamb is determined to give Dizzy a hug, but Dizzy is a tough armadillo--he doesn't need a hug! Then when Little Lamb finds herself in a tricky situation, it's Dizzy to the rescue. Will he accept Little Lamb's hug this time? This is a heartwarming story about learning to embrace your softer side and accept the comfort of friends.
Steve Smallman worked as a children's book ilustrator for 20 years before he decided to try writing his own. Now, more than 100 books later, he's still at it! He visits schools, libraries, and festivals and paints murals, too!  When he's not working, he enjoys vacations, watching TV, gardening, and juggling grandchildren.

Joelle Dreidemy was born in Saint-Avold in France. Joelle lives and works in France, producing illustrations for magazines and children's books.
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One day, Dizzy the armadillo lands in Little Lamb's picnic with a THUMP! But Dizzy is tough, and he definitely doesn't need a comforting hug. Or does he?

In this sixth installment of the adorable series featuring best friends Little Lamb and Wolf, an armadillo named Dizzy crashes into their picnic. Little Lamb is determined to give Dizzy a hug, but Dizzy is a tough armadillo--he doesn't need a hug! Then when Little Lamb finds herself in a tricky situation, it's Dizzy to the rescue. Will he accept Little Lamb's hug this time? This is a heartwarming story about learning to embrace your softer side and accept the comfort of friends.

Author

Steve Smallman worked as a children's book ilustrator for 20 years before he decided to try writing his own. Now, more than 100 books later, he's still at it! He visits schools, libraries, and festivals and paints murals, too!  When he's not working, he enjoys vacations, watching TV, gardening, and juggling grandchildren.

Joelle Dreidemy was born in Saint-Avold in France. Joelle lives and works in France, producing illustrations for magazines and children's books.

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