GERRY DALY is a children’s author and illustrator living by the
beautiful sea in Dublin. He hasn’t seen any whales from his window,
but saw many off the coast of West Cork. His previous books include
the best-selling Where Are You, Puffling? and Wee Donkey’s Treasure
Hunt, both written by Erika McGann and also published by The
O’Brien Press. He loves to paint birds and animals, from the
tiniest to the biggest of them all.
Erika McGann grew up in Drogheda, County Louth, and now lives in
Dublin. She is the author of many books including The Demon
Notebook (winner of the Waverton Good Read Children’s Award),
the ‘Cass and the Bubble Street Gang’ series and Tabitha Plimtock
and the Edge of the World. Her picture books include the Where
Are You, Puffling? stories (illustrated by Gerry Daly)
and Standing On One Leg Is Hard and What is a
Peachick? (illustrated by Clive McFarland).
a lovely Irish tale … This picture book is beautifully illustrated;
you could spend days admiring it. It’s a story that is close to
home, based on the well-known islands off the Kerry coast. It has a
fun interactive element for the young readers, where they can spot
and point out where puffling is hiding on each page. This sweet
book is available in English and as Gaeilge
*Dubray Books*
just might help keep your young children (or grandchildren)
happy
*The Avondhu*
We think this book is for children age 4 to 6. But the
illustrations are really nice so maybe a 7 or 8 year old would
enjoy looking at this book and reading it for their younger brother
or sister. We give this book 10 out of 10 - By Cathal (6, Junior
Infants) & Odhran (8, Second Class), St. Joseph’s NS, Tullamore
*Seomra Ranga*
already a hit … set on Skellig Michael and charting the adventures
of a helpful little puffin
*Evening Echo*
a charming tale … with busy, cartoon-like illustrations … Children
will enjoy finding the tiny Puffling on each page and the back-end
papers show the names of each of the animals illustrated, from
kittiwakes to conger eels – a nice touch’ … now available in
Irish
*Irish Independent*
the scenery of Skellig Michael is excellently realised
*Irish Examiner*
greatly enjoyed … a charming read
*Sunday Independent*
gorgeous
*Sunday Times*
The story carries a powerful message that children will be able to
connect with … The overall message of this story promotes acts of
kindness. I commend Erika McGann for her brilliant adaptation of
Sean’s story, and Gerry Daly for his beautiful illustrations which
make this book so enjoyable to read
*InTouch Magazine*
a delightful Irish animal adventure and heart-warming debut picture
book
*Primary Times*
charming
*Irish Independent*
a delightful picture book … combines a heartwarming story with a
timely message to look after our wildlife … beautifully illustrated
and sure to become a favourite with young readers
*Irish Daily Mail*
beautiful illustrations
*Woman’s Way*
a stunning book
*Irish Country Magazine*
Gerry Daly’s magnificent illustrations combined with Erika McGann’s
engaging text as well as a detailed list of the island creatures is
a pure treat for young readers
*Rtejr's Book Club*
From the moment I set eyes upon this beautiful book, its bright,
beautiful, colourful and exciting cover enticed me to quickly jump
into and explore its tale. My favourite part was following
Puffling’s brave yet fun trek around Skellig. Although this book
may be aimed at younger readers, I am ten years old and I loved it.
I would recommend this book to anyone who is young at heart, has a
love of wildlife and enjoys stories that include good morals.
“Every day is a good day to have an adventure”
*Seomra Ranga*
Charmingly illustrated by Gerry Daly (whose uncle had the original
idea for the book) ... a lovely story about friendship and helping
each other
*Parents in Touch*
delightful
*Mallow Star and Vale Star*
The drawings are remarkable… The expressions on the animals are
great… The perspective, and the landscapes, there is a skill and a
talent in that… It is a beautifully illustrated book
*East Coast FM’s Morning Show with Declan Meehan*
wonderful …sure to delight younger readers … there’s great fun to
be had on finding where the Puffling has hidden on each page and
the phrase ‘Where Are You Puffling?’ just begs to be shouted out
when reading it at bedtime. This will be one kids return to again
and again for the sheer enjoyment of the adventure
*Clare People*
a charming picture book
*Evening Echo*
This sweet story of an adventurous young puffin will be enjoyed by
readers aged 4+ who are curious about Irish native birds. Tá sé ar
fáil anois as Gaeilge freisin, faoin teideal Cá Bhfuil Puifín
Beag?
*RTEjr Book Club*
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