Lizzy and Skunk

by Marie-Louise Fitzpatrick

Book Overview

"Isn't life wonderful?" said Skunk. "But scary," said Lizzy. Lizzy and her hand puppet, Skunk, have lots of adventures, with courageous Skunk leading the way. Lizzy is afraid of shadows in the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0789461633
• ISBN13: 9780789461636
• Release Date: April 2000
• Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
• Length: 25 Pages
• Weight: 1.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 10.6" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

Fun for Kids, Inspiring for Grown-Ups

Lizzy is afraid of all the things kids tend to be afraid of, so my daughter really identifies with her. Skunk is a puppet -- a transitional object -- and my daughter understands that sometimes you feel braver when you have a "stuffy" to hold.I love this book for what it says about relationships. You may rely on a friend, spouse, etc. for everything. But when the going gets tough, sometimes you have to be the strong one, as Lizzy discovers when skunk gets lost. The pictures in this book are beautiful, and it's just the right length for a bedtime story.

Sweet and encouraging

My son and I love this book! The story has a terriffic message for kids about overcoming your fears and reinforces that although it can be scary , life is wonderful.

Very fun and encouraging!

My daughter and I love this book! The text is simple, there are not a lot of words - but, the feeling and meaning behind every word is so obvious! We love the simple message of finding courage in yourself. The illustrations are adorable - we fell in love with Lizzy just from the front cover!I read this book with my 5 year old. As I said, it is a simple read, but as my daughter begins to read herself, this book will stay on the bookshelf for quite awhile! If you aren't overly anxious to introduce the concept of fear (of the dark, of falling down, of spiders, etc.) then this wouldn't be the book for you and your young child. But, if you already deal with these fears in your family - then you will find it a fun and encouraging book!