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The Runaway Pea

The Runaway Pea

Published in
2021
4.15
on Goodreads (445)

Description

It's time for tea, but one mischievous pea has escaped from the plate in pursuit of a party. As it bounces around the kitchen, the pea encounters various obstacles and adventures. This humorous story by Kjartan Poskitt and Alex Willmore is filled with lively rhymes and showcases the unexpected escapades that can occur when you're not watching your food. Praised for its lively verse and engaging narrative, this book is perfect for fans of playful and whimsical children's stories. This silly and quirky dinnertime caper about a rebellious pea’s adventures shows what can happen when you take your eyes off your food—perfect for fans of Sue Hendra, Paul Linnet, and Jory John! It’s time for dinner, but one pesky pea has decided to roll himself off the plate in search of a party! The rogue pea shoots, flings, and bounces across the kitchen as he embarks on his perilous adventure. But will he find the fun he is looking for, or is the kitchen a scarier place than he thought?
Age
4-8
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
32 pages

Why to read

  • Entertaining and engaging narrative
  • Colorful and lively illustrations
  • Teaches the value of perseverance and resilience
  • Introduces young readers to new vocabulary in a fun way