Little Gorilla

by Ruth Bornstein, Ruth Bornstein (Illustrator)

Overview

As beloved Little Gorilla grows up, he discovers that love grows with him. Perfect for bedtime or snuggle-time, this warm and timeless classic reassures readers that as they grow and change, they are always loved.

Just about everybody in the great green forest loves Little Gorilla. His mother loves him. His father loves him. Even Big Boa Constrictor loves him. But Little Gorilla begins to grow . . . and Grow . . . and GROW. And then, when Little Gorilla isn’t so little anymore—everyone still loves him! A soothing, rhythmic text and expressive illustration create a heartwarming story about the security and constancy of love.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780899194219
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	03/17/1986
Series:	Carry along Series
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	456,895
Product dimensions:	9.75(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.12(d)
Lexile:	700L (what's this?)
Age Range:	4 - 7 Years

About the Author

Ruth Lercher Bornstein has written and illustrated numerous books, including The Dancing Man, Little Gorilla, Rabbit’s Good News, and That’s How it is When We Draw. She is also a painter and longtime folk dancer.
 

Ruth Lercher Bornstein has written and illustrated numerous books, including The Dancing Man, Little Gorilla, Rabbit’s Good News, and That’s How it is When We Draw. She is also a painter and longtime folk dancer.
 

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

Little Gorilla's velvety-soft world seems as comfortably secure as the story's evocation of love and friendship.
Booklist, ALA

Editorial Reviews

"Little Gorilla's velvety-soft world seems as comfortably secure as the story's evocation of love and friendship." Booklist, ALA —

From the Publisher

Little Gorilla is happy because everybody loves him; not just his family, but green parrot, tall giraffe, red monkey, and other jungle dwellers too. One day, Little Gorilla starts to grow, until - Little Gorilla is BIG! And you know what? Everybody still loves him! Readers will enjoy this friendly and comforting bedtime read.

Barnes & Noble Staff