Little Animals
A picture book full of mellifluous rhymes and comically inverted roles.
Life for the innocent little animals living in their idyllic little valley is good – until a band of scary predators disturbs their peace. But who should be more afraid of who? Nothing is quite what it seems in Diertjes, a picture book by Tjibbe Veldkamp and Sanne te Loo.
Lucienne van der Leije
l.van.der.leije@singeluitgeverijen.nl
A group of cuddly creatures live a carefree life in their valley. But danger is lurking. Vicious monsters armed with massive claws and razor-shop teeth are coming. And what’s worse: they’re feeling peckish. Danger!
“This isn’t going to be pretty. Prepare for a bloodbath. Close this book RIGHT NOW!” reads Tjibbe Veldkamp’s opening warning to the reader.
What follows is an animal hunt spanning several pages, rendered even more vivid by Sanne te Loo’s illustrations. But those who dare read until the end will find out how those monsters are outwitted by those seemingly harmless little animals – who turn out to be the most ferocious creatures in the valley.
An adventurous picture book that blends the best of Tjibbe Veldkamp’s language and Sanne te Loo’s artistry.
by the award-winning and popular writer Tjibbe Veldkamp
bursting with bewitching rhyme, twists and turns
powerful, contrasting illustrations that appear to move and come alive
a thrilling read-aloud experience
With roll-off-your-tongue rhymes and comical role inversions, ‘Diertjes’ is a gorgeous picture book reminiscent of The Gruffalo. Sanne te Loo’s highly creative illustrations, harnessing shadow, stencils, a carefully curated palette and ever-so-sharp teeth, make for a wonderfully monstrous reading experience.
Trouw
This is proof that Tjibbe Veldkamp is the best picture book author working in the Netherlands today.
NRC
Tjibbe has a fantastic feel for rhyme and rhythm, using a range of invented animal names to enhance the read-aloud experience.
Jaapleest.nl
Tjibbe Veldkamp masterfully switches the narrative, keeping readers guessing which group of animals are the bigger threat. Sanne te Loo’s enchanting illustrations, both inside and out, are full of life and splendour. This is sure to be your new favourite read.
Boekwijzer
