Neat Nick's Big Mess

Chad Otis

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Hardback

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English

Penguin Young Readers
04 June 2024

Picture books; Early learning: first experiences; Children's & young adult fiction & true stories; People & places (Children's&YA)

A rambunctious pet dog helps an introverted, anxious boy leave his comfort zone in this endearing and very funny picture book.

A rambunctious pet dog helps an introverted, anxious boy leave his comfort zone in this endearing and very funny picture book.

Nick has always been neat. That's what makes him comfortable. Any kind of mess or noise or other havoc makes him anxious, and often that means he chooses to be alone in his own carefully controlled bedroom. But suddenly a big, drooly, energetic dog has joined the family, and as much as he tries there's nothing Nick can do to control the doggy mess. And so, he decides he would rather avoid the pup altogether. Or would he?

This story of coping with anxiety and learning how to compromise is as big-hearted and laugh-filled as it is delightfully messy.

By: Chad Otis
Imprint: Penguin Young Readers
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 284mm, Width: 236mm, Spine: 9mm
Weight: 439g
ISBN: 9780593530658
ISBN 10: 0593530659
Pages: 40
Publication Date: 04 June 2024
Recommended Age: From 4 to 8 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Chad Otis received his BFA in design from the University of Washington and then worked with Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, Disney, Mattel, Hasbro, Nintendo, and DreamWorks for over twenty years as an animator, illustrator, and creative director. He now devotes himself to writing and illustrating children's books. He lives with his wife in Boise, Idaho.

Reviews for Neat Nick's Big Mess

"""Otis imparts a gentle lesson that letting go of some control can be good. The mixed-media illustrations depict neat, carefully composed scenes, while others explode with raggedy swirls; whether readers prefer order or mayhem, they’ll enjoy this tale. Thoughtful and empathetic."" —Kirkus"