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Val Biro

    Val Biro è stato un autore per bambini, artista e illustratore le cui storie nascono dall'esperienza personale e si espandono in regni immaginifici. Considerava la scrittura principalmente un mezzo per facilitare le sue illustrazioni, sebbene scoprisse che la narrazione spesso superava le sue intenzioni artistiche. Ogni opera si è sviluppata nel corso di diversi mesi prima di essere scritta in un unico e intenso giorno. Il suo approccio distintivo fonde la realtà con la fantasia, offrendo ai lettori narrazioni accattivanti e visivamente ricche.

    My Oxford Picture Word Book
    The Complete Fairy Tales
    Gumdrop and Horace
    Gumdrop in Double Trouble
    Treasury of Aesop's Fables
    Gumdrop and the Elephant
    • Cinderella

      • 24pagine
      • 1 ora di lettura

      A must-read classic tale for any young reader.

      Cinderella2023
    • Bohatě ilustrovaný výběr převyprávěných pohádek slavných německých autorů.

      Pohádky bratří Grimmů2020
    • Kniha obsahuje viac ako štyridsať rozprávok dánskeho spisovateľa Hansa Christiana Andersena, nevynímajúc jeho najznámejšie ako Snehová Kráľovná či Cisárove nové šaty, všetky doplnené krásnymi ilustráciami Miloslava Dismana.

      Rozprávky Hansa Christiana Andersena2020
      4,0
    • The Complete Fairy Tales

      • 264pagine
      • 10 ore di lettura

      Bett's new edition positions Perrault in relation to the many other tales in circulation before and after, offering helpful comparisions. Margaret Reynolds

      The Complete Fairy Tales2010
      4,2
    • First Picture Dictionary

      • 64pagine
      • 3 ore di lettura

      Over 500 words, in alphabetical order, with funny, useful, and interesting phrases to explain their meanings. The antics of Val Biro's monkeys, cats, mice, frogs and many other characters, make this a funny, friendly introduction to first dictionary skills.

      First Picture Dictionary2010
    • Treasury of Aesop's Fables

      • 198pagine
      • 7 ore di lettura

      'The Hare and the Tortoise', 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf' and 'The Goose that Laid the Golden Eggs'… The popular childrenâ€s author and illustrator, Val Biro retells these and 13 more of the best-loved tales from Aesop in simple language for younger children, and with bold, colourful paintings full of amusing detail and expression.

      Treasury of Aesop's Fables2007
      4,6
    • Gumdrop and the Elephant

      • 32pagine
      • 2 ore di lettura

      In the 21st Gumdrop adventure, Mr Oldcastle and his grandson Dan visit Mr Bigshot's dirty and decrepit zoo. All the animals look miserable, especially Bunbo the elephant. But Mr Oldcastle, Dan and Gumdrop all come to Bunbo's rescue when he escapes from his horrible prison. Colour illustrations

      Gumdrop and the Elephant2004
      5,0
    • Gumdrop and the Steamroller

      And Other Stories

      • 155pagine
      • 6 ore di lettura

      Gumdrop and the steamroller --Gumdrop goes to school --Gumdrop has a tummy-ache --Gumdrop goes fishing --Gumdrop in a hurry --Gumdrop is the best car.

      Gumdrop and the Steamroller2000
    • Gumdrop at the Zoo

      And Other Stories

      • 160pagine
      • 6 ore di lettura

      Gumdrop at the zoo --Gumdrop posts a letter --Gumdrop gets a lift --Gumdrop and Horace --Gumdrop races a train --Gumdrop on the farm.

      Gumdrop at the Zoo2000
    • Gumdrop at the Zoo

      • 24pagine
      • 1 ora di lettura

      A sick camel at the zoo leaves the children without rides, unless Gumdrop the vintage car can save the day.

      Gumdrop at the Zoo1996
    • Gumdrop and Horace

      • 24pagine
      • 1 ora di lettura

      Series: Follow Mr. Oldcastle, his vintage car, Gumdrop, and Horace the dog in this lively adventure series brought to life with Val Biro's much-loved illustrations. Fun, engaging stories perfect for sharing at story time or for independent reading. This is one in a series of illustrated books that accompanies Gumdrop on his adventures. In this story Gumdrop meets Horace.

      Gumdrop and Horace1996
      4,0
    • Gumdrop Goes to School

      • 24pagine
      • 1 ora di lettura

      When Joe takes his vintage car Gumdrop to school to show to the pupils, one of them tries to go for a ride without permission.

      Gumdrop Goes to School1996
    • My Oxford Picture Word Book

      • 64pagine
      • 3 ore di lettura

      This picture word book, illustrated by Val Biro, has been designed for children who are beginning to learn how to read and write. Over 500 words which children encounter are listed in alphabetical order. Each word is accompanied by a phrase to show usage and by a lively illustration to express meaning. A special picture section at the back on numbers, colours, festivals and fairytale characters will help children with their own writing at school. An extended word list will help them with spelling.

      My Oxford Picture Word Book1994
    • Gumdrop in Double Trouble

      • 32pagine
      • 2 ore di lettura

      With an ailing car full of children, Mr. Oldcastle pursues a thief into the midst of a children's fancy dress competition.

      Gumdrop in Double Trouble1988
      4,5