Who Is the Beast?

by Keith Baker

Book Overview

A friendly tiger is confused by jungle animals fleeing from a beast, until he discovers "he "is the beast Graced with a compelling beauty, this gifted author/illustrator s imaginative story presents a timeless message to young readers. --"Publishers Weekly""

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0152960570
• ISBN13: 9780152960575
• Release Date: January 1993
• Publisher: Harcourt Brace and Company
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 11.3" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 4 to 7 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 2

Customer Reviews

Great Board Book for Baby

I bought this for my daughter when she was 3 months old and she still loves it now that she is 13 months old. It provides engaging pictures and a nice story that is perfect for young (aka short) attention spans. I have not read the English version, but the Spanish translation sounds nice, provides some good vocabulary, and isn't too difficult for an adult with a low Spanish reading level.

Aah, my favorite!

A tiger wonders why everything avoids him, and compares his body to other creatures. We love this book for the extraordinary artwork, full of detail.

The Beast is the Best

I have no children of my own but have been a nanny for 6 years. Of all the stories I've read . . . this is by far the best! I give it to every person I know with children! Thank you for such a wonderful story, such beautiful artwork and such wonderful sounds!

Who is the beast?

This is a true picture book-as the pictures tell the story beyond the words. The illustrations go the distance for story time reading, as well as working for up close inspection (be sure to look for that unconcerned snail on every page!). I just never tire of this book and its illustrations, and I have been a fan of it for six years. The illustration of carp, tiger, and jungle folliage provide visual saturation satisfaction. The simple repetitious rhymes are fun to say, they roll off the lips in a way not always found in rhyming text, with wonderful repeating sounds. The story message is sweet, loud and clear, yet subtle at the same time. Thank you for this gem, Mr. Baker!

The Beast is the Best!

A gentle reminder that we are not all so different after all.My two young boys love this book - just as they love The Magic Fan by the same author. It's one of their favorite bedtime stories.The illustrations feature some of the most beautiful colors and overall design. My kids really like the way the artwork goes all the way to the edge of the page.We'll probably buy everything else by this author.