Stella Blackstone

Cleo Finds a Friend Stella Blackstone

A new puppy, Caspar, has arrived in Cleo's home, and Cleo is not happy about it. Toddlers will relate to Cleo's initial refusal to share space and attention, as well as her eventual realisation that there's enough love for everyone. AGES: 1 to 4 AUTHOR: Award-winning author Stella Blackstone has written many of Barefoot's best-selling titles, including the Bear series and the Cleo the Cat series. She has been writing for children for over 25 years. Stella lives in Somerset, England. Caroline Mockford gained a degree in Fine Art from Norwich School of Art, England, before completing a teacher training course at Goldsmith's College, London. She went on to work as a school teacher, as well as an author and illustrator of children's books. SELLING POINTS: . Simple vocabulary and rhyming text promote early literacy skills. . Cleo and Caspar's budding friendship can educate children about new friends, new siblings, and the range of emotions that come with meeting new people. Toddlers will especially relate to the full spread in which a frustrated Cleo shouts, "No!" . The books in the Cleo series, featuring bright, engaging illustrations by artist Caroline Mockford, are perfect for reading as a set but can also stand alone. . Includes link to online audio animation by acclaimed storyteller Xanthe Gresham Knight.