Pops

by Gavin Bishop (Author) Gavin Bishop (Illustrator)

Pops
Reading Level: K − 1st Grade

A warm and comforting board book about the bond between grandfather and child, from award-winning author and illustrator.

A small hand in a big one, big boots and little, some food from the garden, storytime and a nap to finish. Through powerful illustrations and simple words, Pops captures a very special time with a child and their grandfather as they share a day of easy moments together.

A warm story to share with babies, toddlers and preschoolers showing a multigenerational and multi-ethnic family relationship. With a gender neutral child and inclusive illustrations, Pops is a starting point for conversation with young children. The simplicity of the words and pictures lets readers build their own stories about their visit to a loved member of the family.

Other books from Gavin Bishop: Mihi, Cook's Cook

Praise for Pops

"A beautiful board book highlighting the joy of spending a day with a grandpa. Recommended for every shelf." -- starred review, School Library Journal

"Full of warmth, this is a lovely book for a grandfather to share with a very young child and a good starting point for conversations about special times shared with individual's own grandparents." -- Red Reading Hub

"This chunky board book with diverse characters features clever bold illustrations that zoom in on specific details of warmth, love and the joy of family." -- School Reading List

"The book is filled with typically beautiful illustrations by Bishop, and it reminded me of my relationship with my (Grandfather); there were few words between us but plenty of unspoken love and tenderness." -- Kete Books

Praise for Mihi

"Gavin Bishop's striking illustrations match the spare simplicity of his text...This is the perfect book for parent and child to read together and then expand and elaborate"--The Source, Trevor Agnew

"A simple, striking new board book that we predict will be in every ECE in the country soon - it ties into certain curriculum strands beautifully, but more than that: it's a book that builds kids up."--The Spinoff

Praise for Cook's Cook "Appealing illustrations and the lure of an insider's account make this a delectable adventure."--Kirkus Reviews

"Fascinating stuff recommended for foodies and picture book lovers alike." --New Zealand Herald, Best Picture Books 2018

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Starred Review

PreS-K--Showcasing a multigenerational relationship, this board book focuses on the bond between a young child and grandfather. Simple text explains the character's day with developmentally appropriate text. However, the illustrations are the true star of this book. Vivid colors highlight the size difference between the child's hand compared to the grandfather's. Readers will love this book and comparing it to their own special days with grandparents. VERDICT A beautiful board book highlighting the joy of spending a day with a grandpa. Recommended for every shelf.--Brooke Newberry

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Classification
Fiction
ISBN-13
9781776574001
Lexile Measure
70
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
Gecko Press
Publication date
April 20, 2022
Series
-
BISAC categories
JUV015010 - Juvenile Fiction | Health & Daily Living | Daily Activities
JUV013030 - Juvenile Fiction | Family | Multigenerational
Library of Congress categories
Grandparent and child
Grandfathers
Children's stories
Board books

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