Up and Down

Why isn't Oliver Jeffers as popular in the U.S. as, say, Mo Willems or that Pinkalicious author or any other major kiddie author? I don't get it -- his illustrations are beautiful, his stories are fun (and often funny), his books feature cool stuff that kids love, like rocket ships, things being shot out of cannons, penguins, etc., AND the stories aren't so long that your kid can use them to delay bedtime forever. My son loves Up and Down just as much as he loves its prequel Lost and Found, and he also was delighted that the same characters show up in these two books (and also in The Way Back Home, though only the boy has a starring role in that one -- the penguin just makes a cameo). I for one am thankful to Jeffers for creating books that are enjoyable for kids AND their parents.

My 2.5 year old son loves to be read to and many of the kids books nowadays are wonderful even for adults. Up and Down does a great job involving the parent and child with great visuals. It's about a boy and a penguin who are great friends and the penguin wants to fly because he has wings. In an effort to do so, he has the boy try to help him with various endeavors but none work. He then heads off to become a "Human" Cannonball but gets separated from his friend. The problem with being a cannonball is that he wasn't sure how he was going to land or where? The boy frantically searches for the penguin and sees a poster of him performing that night and runs to catch him-which he does (SPOILER ALERT!). They are happily reunited again.I HIGHLY recommend you also purchase LOST AND FOUND which is the Prequel to this book about the same boy and penguin. They are sort of companion stories and brings much more depth when read together with Up and Down. Their human/penguin friendships is heart-warming and the type of friendship I would hope for with my children and others.

Jeffers takes us on a journey with the boy and his penguin as they navigate the highs and lows of their unique friendship. This book serves as a gentle reminder that some experiences are truly better when shared with a friend.

I and my toddler girls enjoy reading these little boy and his 'pet/friend' penguin series. Jeffers has simple lines in his illustrations that express a lot. There is detail that can be noted by little ones to keep their interest high. They are a very nice series on the 'ups and downs' of friendship.I put 4 stars only because Lost and Found is even better.

This book is an excellent follow-up to Lost and Found, where the boy and his penguin friend are introduced. It's not necessary to have read the first book to appreciate this one, but having both would be awesome for a child's personal library. Kids (and adults) will experience all the complexities and emotions that go along with friendship while the illustrations add the perfect touch. The author's message comes through crystal clear, making its way into your heart to stay.

These are fun stories that the kids love. Just wish there were more

As good as "lost and found", with a very positive message ( if you are looking for it) or a very nice story ( if you are willing to read it for your kids =) Good for adults and kids ( think about reading "lost and found" by the same author too!!)

This is a delightful book and the pictures are so cute. My grandkids love this book and they can read it themselves. You need to read the first book Lost and Found before you read this one. Well written book. My grandkids are 5 and 7 and just right for them.

I am generally a fan of this author’s work. This book was not as subtle and thought-provoking as his other books.

A follow up to the story Lost & Found (which I also highly recommend!) this book is about a small boy & his friend the penguin who'd like to learn how to fly.It is accompanied by the most beautiful illustrations & is a lovely feel good story. I look forward to my daughter growing up with this series of books.

Our son has fallen in love with Oliver Jeffers's books, which we've been buying him one at a time as a treat every few months. The images are lovely, but the story is even better - easily understood by a toddler, teaching the importance of friendship, helping each other and even backgammon!

So wonderful. My partner, daughter, and I absolutely adore this series. Can't wait to get the whole series!

Esta es la segunda parte del libro "Lost and found". En esta historia el niño y el pingüino ya son amigos inseparables que lo hacen todo juntos hasta que uno de ellos siente la necesidad de hacer algo por sí mismo.El autor vuelve a contarnos una tierna historia de amistad entre estos dos personajes con un final que te deja con una sonrisa.Si te gustó "Lost and found" este libro sin duda también te gustará.La edición tapa dura tiene el mismo formato y calidad que su predecesora. Tiene el mismo tipo de lenguaje sencillo con frases simples que lo hacen perfecto para niños pequeños. La versión original en inglés se entiende muy bien ya que no usa vocabulario rebuscado ni frases complejas.