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The Blurb On The Back:

Speak out, Leonard!

It’s a normal school day for Leonard and the other Shrew children. But some days, Leonard can be a bit shy and finds it difficult to speak up. And today is one of those days.

When little Leonard sees his friend being picked on in the playground, can he find the courage to speak out and save the day?

Come on, you can do it. Speak out, Leonard!

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The Verdict:

Jessie James and Tamara Anegón’s picture book sequel to LOOK OUT, LEONARD! is another charming tale about the importance of finding your voice and speaking up for yourself. Young readers will empathise with Leonard’s shyness and I liked Anegón’s vibrant pictures of the animals, but I wished some action had been taken against the bully and that Leonard had been told it was important to speak up not just to help others.

Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.

The Blurb On The Back:

Look out, Leonard!

It’s moving day for the Shrew family, and they have quite the jungle adventure ahead of them. Mrs Shrew has asked them all to hold onto each other’s tails so that nobody gets lost. But hold on, where is Leonard?

Little Leonard loses his way and as he tries to reach his loving family, he gets himself in some sticky situations.

Be careful and look out, Leonard!

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The Verdict:

Jessie James and Tamara Anegon have created a delightful picture book about the misadventures of a short-sighted shrew and his apparently oblivious family. Young children will enjoy reading this with parents and the repeated warnings of “Look out, Leonard!” are catchy (so parents beware!) while the different jungle animals and dangers are bright and colourful and it’s all done with a lot of silly charm.

LOOK OUT, LEONARD! was released in the United Kingdom on 4th March 2021. Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.