Mortimer’s Picnic NEW

Reading Level: 1–2 Interest Level: Pre K–3

Mortimer’s Picnic

Mortimer is so excited to have a picnic with his friend, Oggy . But when Oggy sends a letter saying he’s sick, Mortimer decides to bring the picnic to Oggy and take care of him instead . On the way, Mortimer has to get past a few big obstacles, including a crocodile, a wolf, and a troll! But Mortimer is willing to do everything it takes to get to Oggy, even if it means giving up all his picnic treats . Kids will love this uplifting book about true friendship, looking after others, and facing one’s fears . SEL connections:

• Empathy • Concern for others

• Identifying solutions

School & Library Price reflects 25% off the List Price Paperback School & Library Price reflects 15% off the List Price Library‑bound Book List $27.25 / S&L $20.45 eBook List $27.25 / S&L $20.45 Paperback List $10.00 / $8.50

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Mortimer’s Picnic

Nick Ward • 978-1-4994-8971-2 eBook: 978-1-4994-8972-9 • PB: 978-1-4994-8969-9 [F] L PENDING ©2022

Reading Level: 1–2 Interest Level: Pre K–3

9” x 9” • Library Binding • 32 pp . • Full-Color Illustrations

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR/ILLUSTRATOR:

NICK WARD has always loved books and book illustration, and after leaving school went on to study graphic design . By the time he finished the course, he’d had his first picture book accepted for publication, and he’s been producing picture and story books ever since . Nick is married with two grown-up children . He lives in a tiny British village called Hamble where he spends his time writing and drawing and painting away, from morning till night .