WALRUS IN THE BATHTUB

A first, worst impression leads to a lasting friendship in this hilarious picture book romp from the author of the New York Times bestselling Cat series and The Quiet Book.

As it turns out, once a walrus settles in for a nice long soak, it's pretty darn hard to get him out. What's a family to do? This silly-sweet story will keep readers giggling as a family tries--and tries again!--to evict their unexpected houseguest... before finally realizing why he's there in the first place.

Laughs on every page: From the narrator's deadpan expressions, to the walrus' full-bodied exuberance and the increasingly flustered parents, there's so much to see in every spread. (Don't miss the "walrus song"!)

Surprising structure makes this ripe for reading aloud: The story is told via brief, funny lists. Kids will love to guess what the narrator will list next and see how he "revises" his lists after his change of heart. (Be sure to flip back and compare the "before" and "after" for an even richer reading experience.)

Thoughtful theme: As our narrator learns that not all walruses in the bathtub--and not all first impressions--are as they seem, readers realize that open communication is the key to gaining understanding, getting along, and making the best of any situation.


Deborah Underwood is the author of several picture books, including the New York Times bestseller The Quiet Book; Bad Bye, Good Bye; and her Cat series, which began with the New York Times bestselling Here Comes the Easter Cat. She lives in San Francisco.
Author Site: www.deborahunderwoodbooks.com; Twitter: @underwoodwriter; Facebook: www.facebook.com/DeborahUnderwoodAuthor

Matt Hunt spent his childhood in the historical county of Worcestershire, England. He holds a degree from the Birmingham School of Art and now lives in Redditch with his wife, and two cats. www.matthuntillustration.com