The Kipper the Dog Collection is a beloved series of children's books written and illustrated by Mick Inkpen. The series follows the adventures of a playful, friendly dog named Kipper and his animal friends as they explore the world around them. The books are known for their charming illustrations, gentle humour, and heartwarming messages.
In Kipper's New Pet, Kipper finds a strange animal in his garden and tries to figure out what kind of pet it might be. The book is filled with colourful illustrations and gentle humour, making it a delightful read for young children.
Another popular book in the series is Kipper's Birthday, which follows Kipper as he prepares for his birthday party with the help of his animal friends. The story celebrates the joy of friendship and the excitement of special occasions and will surely delight young readers.
One of the strengths of the Kipper the Dog Collection is the gentle humour and warmth of the stories. The books are perfect for young children who are just beginning to explore the world of books, and they offer a comforting and reassuring presence for children who may be feeling anxious or unsure. Another strength of the series is the character of Kipper himself. With his boundless enthusiasm and infectious energy, Kipper is a lovable and relatable character who captures the spirit of childhood. Children will identify with Kipper's curiosity, playfulness, and sense of wonder and be inspired to explore the world around them just like Kipper does.
In conclusion, the Kipper the Dog Collection is a timeless series of children's books that have captured the hearts of generations of young readers. With its charming illustrations, gentle humour, and heartwarming messages, the series is the perfect introduction to the world of books for young children, and it's sure to be enjoyed by children and adults alike for many years to come.
Titles in the Set:
- Kipper
- Kippers Birthday
- Kippers Beach Ball
- Hide Me Kipper
- Kipper's New Pet
- One Year With Kipper
- Kippers Toy Box
- Kippers Snowy Day
- Kippers Little Friends
- Kipper's Monster
From the publisher:
Kipper
Kipper's world is a world where anything can happen, and he has enormous child appeal. He is a classic picture character now, loved by children the world over in the same way that Thomas the Tank or Peter Rabbit are loved.
Kippers Birthday
Kipper's birthday is tomorrow. He bakes a yummy cake to share with his friends and writes some invitations. But when he writes 'come tomorrow' and hands them out on his birthday morning, things all get a bit confusing. Luckily, it all turned out well in the end when his friends arrived with the best present ever!
Kippers Beach Ball
Cuddle up with Kipper! A classic Kipper title, reissued for a new generation of children. Kipper opens his cornflakes and discovers treasure inside. A plastic wiggly thing, which turns out to be the biggest, most beautiful beach ball ever. He and Tiger have wonderful fun with their new toy, splashing by the sea in the sun, until they hear a small - pop! But there's always another box of cornflakes and more treasure to be found. A summer adventure about friendship and sharing- perfect for holidays.
Hide Me Kipper
Cuddle up with Kipper! This playful and funny Kipper story is reissued for a new generation of children. A little squeaky mouse comes running across the page and hides himself inside the 'foldy bit' in the middle of the book. Will the cat find him? Not if Kipper can help it!
Kipper's New Pet
Cuddle up with Kipper! A classic Kipper title, reissued for a new generation of children. Kipper's friend Pig only wants a pet for his birthday, so that is exactly what Kipper buys him: a little hamster called Roly. But Kipper starts to play with Roly before Pig's birthday party, and before he knows it, he has missed the party and completely fallen for little Roly and cannot bear to give him away, a charming story celebrating the joy of pets.
One Year With Kipper
Kipper has a new camera. He puts it to good use, recording all his adventures with Tiger. Together they throw snowballs in February, catch tadpoles in April, pick blackberries in September and collect conkers in October. Until Christmas time. When Kipper makes a special memory book for Tiger with a photo for each month of the year! Little ones will love learning all about the changing seasons and the months of the year with this charming story.
Kippers Toy Box
Kipper has one, two, three, four, five, six favourite toys. But he's worried. Someone or something has been nibbling a hole in his toybox. What can it be? And are his toys safe? If you look very closely at the pictures, you might spot the answer, and it's a little mouse!
Kippers Snowy Day
Kipper loves the snow, so when he sees great white snowflakes tumbling down one morning, he can't wait to go outside! His friend Tiger is outside too, and together they have lots of fun playing in the snow. Making snow angels, having snowball fights, and building a wonderful snow-dog. Little ones will love cuddling up together with this charming story.
Kippers Little Friends
Kipper and Arthur are talking about baby animals. A baby owl must be an owlet, so a baby frog is a froglet and a baby hedgehog can only be a hoglet. But what is a baby dog called? Do you know? Little ones will love joining in with this charming story about baby animals and growing up.
Kipper's Monster
Kipper and his friend Tiger are going camping in the woods. Tiger has a brand-new torch and Kipper has a storybook. Hopefully, there aren't any monsters around. But the wood is full of dark shadows and strange noises. And, the darker it gets, the more scared they become! Can Kipper and Tiger learn to overcome their fears? Perfect for soothing fears and worries, this classic picture book shows that sometimes things aren't quite as scary as they first seem!