Four ducks are tired of their small pond and set out for an adventure in the big lake. Walking at the back, Eric isn’t sure. He’s heard there’s a monster in the lake, but his friends don’t believe a word of that old story! Eric reluctantly tags along, only to make a startling discovery and find himself in a wonderful underwater adventure.
This large-format picture book features a detailed fold-out underwater world of mechanical marvels and sea creatures. The story of a nervous duck who finds courage and the over-confidence of groups will resonate with anyone who’s nervously dipped a toe in unknown waters.
With his signature bold illustrations, layered textures, and playful visual storytelling, Timmers crafts a story about fear, curiosity, and the courage to look beyond first impressions.
The Monster in the Lake will captivate children ages 3–7, offering a perfect read-aloud for families and classrooms seeking stories about facing fears and embracing the unknown with wonder.
Leo Timmers is a leading Belgian author and illustrator, whose many successful picture books have been published in 32 languages. He has a large following as one of Belgium's pre-eminent picture book artists.
Born in 1970, he is trained in Graphic Design and illustrates for Belgian magazines and papers as well as illustrating picture books. He started writing his own stories gradually.
In 2000 he received a Bookfeather award for his illustrations in Happy with me and he won the annual Children’s and Youth jury Award in both 2005 and 2006. In 2007 he won with his picture book Who's driving? which has been translated into twelve languages.
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