You Stole My Name

By Dennis McGregor

Discover why animals share names in a colorful journey.

4.2/5 Goodreads · 127 ratings

32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Embark on a vibrant adventure with curious creatures like the Cat and Catfish. Explore the whimsical world of animal namesakes through stunning illustrations and playful questions. Why do these animals share names? Dive into this enchanting picture book and uncover the stories behind each pair. Perfect for young readers, this sing-along journey will captivate and delight, sparking imagination and curiosity.

From the publisher

Kirkus Best Indie Picture Books 2023Barnes and Noble’s Best Books of 2023 This fun picture book for kids features vibrant, hand-painted illustrations of animals with curious questions like “Why does the bull trout share its name with the bull?” You Stole My Name is a stunning collection of illustrations that takes you and your child on a colorful journey through the animal kingdom, telling the stories of the most interesting creatures and their namesakes. Written and illustrated by renowned artist Dennis McGregor, this book is also the perfect sing-along book for you and your child (Dennis sings through the book on YouTube!). The pairs of interesting creatures include: Cat &amp; CatfishTiger &amp; Tiger ShrimpTurtle and Turtle DoveSpider and Spider MonkeyAnd many more!You Stole My Name is a beautiful and timeless “children’s coffee-table-art book.” It is the perfect picture book for children ages 3-10, making it a great birthday gift or Christmas gift.

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