Age 3-5 | Paperback | 36 pages | 250 x 250mm
Publication February 2021 | ISBN 9781913134501
Ceri the cat and Deri the dog are best friends who do everything together and love to learn new things.
Dai the Duck is determined to be the best at whatever he's doing right away – whether that's skateboarding or spelling, playing rugby or coming up with the next big invention – but Ceri and Deri help Dai learn that having fun with our friends and enjoying the things we love is what matters, even if we have to try and try again!
Ceri & Deri are a series of illustrated children's stories by exciting new illustrator Max Low.
Books in the series:
- Good to be Sweet
- No Time for Clocks
- Build a Birdhouse
- The Treasure Map
- Young Whippersnapper
- The Very Smelly Telly Show
- Get Your Skates On
- Pudding for Dessert
Max Low is a graduate of Hereford School of Art, and was selected by best selling children's author Nicola Davies to illustrate Bee Boy and the Moonflowers, the penultimate tale in Graffeg's Shadows and Light series. The Ceri & Deri series are his first solo authored and illustrated works.
Reviews:
'Bold, vibrant illustrations are full of wacky detail and the humorous tale contains an important message about the value of perseverance. An ideal book to share with young children, particularly those who may be quick to give up when they find things difficult.' BookTrust, Books we Love in August 2021
'A welcome return to the world of Ceri and Deri! These fun and fabulous picturebooks are full of day-to-day adventure, with simple, easy to read text and bright, zany, child-friendly illustrations with much detail hidden in the pictures adding interest and fully engaging the reader. In this story, we see the importance of friendship and encouraging those around us to join in, try something new and don’t worry about being the best. It brings an effortless education message that never bogs down the humour or joy of the tale. Funny, entertaining and chock-full of a warm-hearted life lesson, this is perfect to share at home or in the classroom.’ Fallen Star Stories
'Bright and bold illustrations combined with great storytelling make this perfect for sharing, as Ceri and Deri help Dai learn that taking part, having fun with friends and enjoying things are what matters even if you need to try and try again' It's All About Stories
'The inherent humour and Max Low’s distinctive, bold illustrative style make for another enjoyable Ceri and Deri experience.' Red Reading Hub