Tennyson’s Big Secret
By A.H. Benjamin (author), Peter Trimarco (illustrator)
Ages 3–5
Tennyson’s Big Secret follows the story of a young boy with playfulness and energy to spare. Tennyson demonstrates one “secret talent” after another, with his highly confused kitten in tow, prompting children to ponder what might be his superpower. Is it pulling an elephant out of a hat? Building a tower of blocks taller than a skyscraper? Painting a museum-worthy masterpiece? Maybe not, but whatever it is, is sure to cause a giggle-out-loud moment.
Ages 3–5
Tennyson’s Big Secret follows the story of a young boy with playfulness and energy to spare. Tennyson demonstrates one “secret talent” after another, with his highly confused kitten in tow, prompting children to ponder what might be his superpower. Is it pulling an elephant out of a hat? Building a tower of blocks taller than a skyscraper? Painting a museum-worthy masterpiece? Maybe not, but whatever it is, is sure to cause a giggle-out-loud moment.
Through simple dialogue and a smattering of outlandish and comical illustrations, this picture-walk, early-reader adventure keeps young minds guessing until the very end. The story takes a heartwarming turn as Tennyson shares his secret talent in the final pages.
Notable Kids Publishing