Polly Dunbar, Penguin

Walker Books, 9781406312461 | Suggested age range: 0-3

'Hello, Penguin!' said Ben. Penguin said nothing. 'Can't you talk?' said Ben. Penguin said nothing. Ben tries everything he can to make his new friend speak but Penguin's beak remains tightly closed. What can Ben do? In desperation, he shouts as loudly as he can. Unfortunately, this attracts a passing lion who gobbles him up. Now Penguin shows how much he cares. Biting the lion on the nose, he frees Ben and is voluble about all he feels. In only a few words but through expressive illustrations, Penguin shows the quirks of friendship.