Tacky and the Emperor (Tacky the Penguin)
by Helen Lester (Author) Lynn Munsinger (Illustrator)
It's common knowledge that Tacky was never the best-dressed penguin, but when he and his friends prepare for the arrival of the emperor, Tacky gets carried away and ends up in more than just elegant attire! Tacky brings his own unique brand of humor and entertainment to the emperor's visit.
Here is another wacky addition to Tacky's myriad adventures in which friendship, kindness, and laughter always win out! Tacky fans will be carried to new heights of hilarity by this Tacky tale.
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Publishers Weekly
That prince among penguins returns... Here Tacky gets the royal treatment after he innocently tries on the emperor penguin's clothes and the emperor penguin gets a welcome break from pomp and ceremony. Ages 4-8. (Aug)
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Kirkus
The watercolor illustrations are adorable and full of humor—note especially the fish-flavored ice cream, the emperor’s twinkle-toed shoes, and the double-page spread on which the penguins learn about the mistake that’s been made. Children will think this book is a riot and won’t even realize that a message is being delivered—a charming one about the joys of non-conformity. (Picture book. 4-8)
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Helen Lester is a full-time writer who makes her home in New York. Helen Lester and Lynn Munsinger have collaborated on many funny and popular books for children, including the stories starring Tacky the Penguin, Wodney Wat, and the new Laugh-Along Series.
Emperor penguin
Tacky (Fictitious character: Lester)
