Penguin Pete -- Marcus Pfister

Children will delight in Marcus Pfister's adorable 'Penguin Pete' as he playfully passes the time until he's big enough to swim in the sea. He practices trying to walk gracefully and tries to imitate a bird in flight. He soon discovers that penguins can't fly, but they sure can swim--and Pete turns out to be a natural<br><br><b>Author:</b> Marcus Pfister<br><b>Publisher:</b> Northsouth Books<br><b>Published:</b> 01/01/2013<br><b>Pages:</b> 32<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.72lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 8.62h x 9.52w x 0.29d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780735841185<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 4-8<br><br><b>Accelerated Reader:</b><br><b>Reading Level:</b> 3.5<br><b>Point Value:</b> 0.5<br><b>Interest Level:</b> Lower Grade<br><b>Quiz #/Name: </b>10533 / Penguin Pete<br><br><br><b>Review Citation(s): </b><br><i>Hornbook Guide to Children</i> 07/01/2013 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw<br><p><b>About the Author</b><br>Marcus Pfister was born in Bern, Switzerland. After studying at the Art School of Bern, he apprenticed as a graphic designer and worked in an advertising agency before becoming self-employed in 1984. His debut picture book, <i>The Sleepy Owl</i>, was published by NorthSouth in 1986, but his big breakthrough came 6 years later with <i>The Rainbow Fish</i>. Today, Marcus has illustrated over 50 books, which have been translated into more than 50 languages and received countless international awards. He lives with his wife Debora and his children in Bern.</p>