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Here's a fantastic tale for kids about the classic Kiwi holiday that includes a caravan, a beach and the sometimes-smelly toilet shed out the back of the holiday section – the longdrop. The kids need to go, and the public loo is sooo far away from...
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Description
Here's a fantastic tale for kids about the classic Kiwi holiday that includes a caravan, a beach and the sometimes-smelly toilet shed out the back of the holiday section – the longdrop. The kids need to go, and the public loo is sooo far away from their caravan. So, Dad builds a longdrop!
When the paper builds to capacity, Dad thinks and thinks and solves his problem – with a match. He forgets fire and methane make for an explosive situation! Based on a true story (Joan's husband is 'Dad'), this fun rhyming story celebrates the hilarious situations that arise from the Kiwi 'she'll be right' approach to life.
Bob Darroch's jam-packed illustrations perfectly depict New Zealand holiday time.
The Longdrop is sure to be a hit with readers of all ages, bringing the delightful chaos and charm of a Kiwi summer to life.
Product Details
INFORMATION
Barcode: 9780947506711
Publisher: Oratia Media
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 16 June 2020
Country: New Zealand
Imprint: Oratia Books
Illustration: color illustrations
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Bob Darroch
Audience: Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Width: 216.0mm
Height: 241.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Joan Joass is a retired primary school teacher with a science degree in geology and chemistry. This is her second picture book. Joan lives on Herald Island, West Auckland, New Zealand.
Bob Darroch has written and illustrated numerous children’s books over a long career as an artist and cartoonist, including his bestselling Little Kiwi series. He lives in Temuka, South Canterbury, New Zealand.
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