Cuthbert's Babies

by Pamela Allen

When Cuthbert's mother brings home not one baby brother, but four baby sisters, no one seems to have any time for Cuthbert. So Cuthbert wishes for someone to play with, someone BIG and BAD. And the three pirates who answer his call are exactly what Cuthbert had wished for? and they've brought their cannon!

Genres: Picture Books, Pirates, Childrens

32 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2004

About the author

Pamela Kay Allen MNZM AM, born in 1934 in Devonport, New Zealand, is a celebrated children's author and illustrator.
Since the release of her first book, Mr. Archimedes' Bath, in 1980, she has written and illustrated over 50 picture books, selling over five million copies. Renowned for works like Who Sank the Boat?.
Allen has received numerous accolades, including the Children's Book Council of Australia Picture Book of the Year Award and the Margaret Mahy Medal. Her books have been adapted for the stage and are beloved worldwide. Now residing in Auckland, she remains an icon in children's literature.

Reviews

[Jordan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfect for children who are struggling with new siblings.

[Daniel Rodd · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a lovely book that looks at how a child may respond to change in their personal environment in this case having new siblings , which brings a jealousy known to pretty much every older sibling. The subtle half rhymes and rhyming patterns make the book a very easy read and very accessible to children while the images enhance the story telling. The book also emphasises the importance of imagination to children and how it can help children to escape situations where they may feel overwhelmed.

[Tori Whitworth · Rating 5 out of 5]

This delightful picture book portrays a child's perspective of bringing a new child into the family. Cuthbert's family is joined by not one but 4 new babies. How will Cuthbert react, and how will he feel?
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