Book Overview
This is the story of Willoughby, whose new house feels too small and very lonely. It's also the story of an enchanted lion and spectacular wishes come true: of roller coasters, and fast, fast shoes, and enormous crowds of people. But most of all, it's the story of one important question: What is the most wonderful thing of all Award-winning author-illustrator Greg Foley grew up in Austin, Texas, and attended the Rhode Island School of Design. He now designs and creative-directs Visionaire, V Magazine, and VMAN and lives in Greenwich Village, New York. Willoughby & the Lion is the first book in the Willoughby series.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0061547506
ISBN13:9780061547508
Release Date:February 2009
Publisher:HarperCollins
Length:40 Pages
Weight:0.62 lbs.
Dimensions:0.5" x 9.3" x 9.1"
Age Range:4 to 8 years
Grade Range:Preschool to Grade 3
Customer Reviews
4 ratings
Another hit from this talented designer/illustrator/author
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
Perhaps it is mostly fashion people who have followed Foley's innovative work in the magazine "V" and the art book series "Visionaire"...now he has used his incredible design sense to create this magnificent book for children! The book is a testament to how great design enriches our lives... and why not start young? With its impressive cover and unique drawings, (not to mention wonderful story,) "Willoughby and the Lion" brings a whole other level to a child's library.
Visually inspiring!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
I love the message of true friendship in this book but I also really appreciate the artwork. It is both simple enough for a child and sophisticated enough to surprise and delight adults. Very unique and makes a wonderful gift. A children's book that is actually cool.
Enchanting!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
Willoughby wasn't at all happy with his new home until he found a lion that would grant him wishes. A wonderful book full of imagination, charm, and good writing. A great read aloud book to use with Six Trait writing in a classroom. There is also a lesson to be learned in this book - materialistic things do not make you happy.
Special wishes are sometimes golden ...
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
Willoughby lived in a really small house. It really was a disappointment because it was in the middle of nowhere and there wasn't a friend to be had. The only thing around was a big old rock smack dab in the middle of the yard. It wasn't long before things got a bit more interesting. There soon appeared a marvelous golden lion sitting on top of that rock. When Willoughby asked him why he was there, the lion told him he was going to grant him ten wishes. Mmmmmm! The lion mentioned to him that "unless you wish for the most wonderful thing of all, I'll be stuck on this rock forever." Willoughby started guessing, but even after nine wishes he wasn't successful. What was that special wish? This book blends simple black and white line drawings with some of the most unusual visual art I've never seen in a children's book. It has a limited palette, predominantly the gold seen on the cover of the book. I was impressed with the smooth flow of the writing and message that teaches the young child that the most valuable things in life aren't material. There is a removable gold cardboard coin with the answer to Willoughby's special wish in the back of the book for your child to cherish.
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