Geoffrey Hayes is een auteur en illustrator wiens omvangrijke oeuvre meer dan veertig kinderboeken omvat. Zijn creaties worden geprezen om hun kenmerkende stijl en boeiende verhalen die generaties jonge lezers hebben aangesproken. Hayes' vertelstijl duikt vaak in thema's als vriendschap en avontuur, tot leven gebracht door gedenkwaardige en levendige personages. Zijn unieke talent om de essentie van de kindertijd vast te leggen, verstevigt zijn plaats als een belangrijke figuur in kinderliteratuur.
Benny the mouse wants to be a brave pirate, but it's hard to pretend when his pesky little sister, Penny, is always tagging along. He tries to lose her, but when he does, he starts to feel a little lost himself.
Tiny cousins embark on a comedic adventure as they stumble upon an unspoiled game that promises endless fun. Their escapades highlight the joys of imagination and the bonds of family, showcasing how even the smallest players can create the biggest memories. This delightful story emphasizes creativity and the importance of play in childhood, ensuring laughter and enjoyment for readers of all ages.
Theodor Seuss Geisel Award Winner Benny and his sister Penny know it’s wrong to sneak into someone else’s backyard but their mysterious new neighbor—or is it a monster?—may be a thief. They go snooping and discover a lot about themselves and…a new friend.Bestselling children’s artist Geoffrey Hayes enchants early readers with his charming and subtle storytelling. In this lively caper, the artist’s small-scale mice take on large-scale issues with enormous comics mastery.
"There are times when a bear has to be alone with himself, to think his own thoughts and sing his own songs." Whether watching the wind, smelling the rain, or talking to a river, Bear is happy to take time alone to look around and contemplate his world--a wonderful message in this age of busyness. Geoffrey Hayes illustrates this gentle ode to solitude in jewel-like color and intricate detail.