The Tiger Who Came to Tea
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The classic picture book story of Sophie and her extraordinary teatime guest has been loved by millions of children since it was first published more than fifty years ago. Now an award-winning animation!The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don''t expect to see at the door is a big furry, stripy tiger!This warm and funny picture book story is perfect for reading aloud, or for small children to read to themselves time and again. First published in 1968 and never out of print, it has become a timeless classic enjoyed and beloved by generations of children.The magic begins at teatime!‘A modern classic.’ The Independent“It’s no surprise Judith’s work is still popular. It owes nothing to the vagaries of style or fashion. Her warmth and humanity are timeless.” Michael Foreman Review: A whimsical teatime - "The Tiger Who Came to Tea" by Judith Kerr is a timeless classic that has woven its way into the hearts of both children and parents alike. Kerr's enchanting tale of an unexpected guest, a tiger, turning an ordinary teatime into a whimsical adventure is a joy to read aloud. The vivid illustrations bring the story to life. Beyond the surface, the tale subtly explores themes of hospitality, unexpected surprises, and the joy of embracing the extraordinary in the ordinary. But also the absence of the tiger at the end of leaves room for various interpretations. One common interpretation is that the tiger's departure symbolizes the transient and magical nature of childhood imagination. The story unfolds as a fantastical adventure, and the sudden appearance and disappearance of the tiger could represent the fleeting moments of childhood joy and imagination. Alternatively, it might also convey the idea that extraordinary moments can happen unexpectedly, bringing joy and excitement, but they don't necessarily linger. The tiger's departure leaves behind the memory of an extraordinary teatime, emphasizing the special nature of that singular event. Ultimately, the open-ended conclusion allows us to bring our own interpretations to the story, making it a delightful and thought-provoking read. This classic is a timeless addition to any children's bookshelf. 🐅 👧🏼 🫖📖 Review: Nice colorful pictures and story to hold Childs attention - A good book to read to child. Pictures well done. It is not to long to read before bed.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 15,865 Reviews |
G**N
A whimsical teatime
"The Tiger Who Came to Tea" by Judith Kerr is a timeless classic that has woven its way into the hearts of both children and parents alike. Kerr's enchanting tale of an unexpected guest, a tiger, turning an ordinary teatime into a whimsical adventure is a joy to read aloud. The vivid illustrations bring the story to life. Beyond the surface, the tale subtly explores themes of hospitality, unexpected surprises, and the joy of embracing the extraordinary in the ordinary. But also the absence of the tiger at the end of leaves room for various interpretations. One common interpretation is that the tiger's departure symbolizes the transient and magical nature of childhood imagination. The story unfolds as a fantastical adventure, and the sudden appearance and disappearance of the tiger could represent the fleeting moments of childhood joy and imagination. Alternatively, it might also convey the idea that extraordinary moments can happen unexpectedly, bringing joy and excitement, but they don't necessarily linger. The tiger's departure leaves behind the memory of an extraordinary teatime, emphasizing the special nature of that singular event. Ultimately, the open-ended conclusion allows us to bring our own interpretations to the story, making it a delightful and thought-provoking read. This classic is a timeless addition to any children's bookshelf. 🐅 👧🏼 🫖📖
V**C
Nice colorful pictures and story to hold Childs attention
A good book to read to child. Pictures well done. It is not to long to read before bed.
L**A
Charming story
This story has endearing characters and British tea. It’s a good book to lead into a discussion of manners among other things. My four-year-olds enjoy it, especially since I also bought the stuffed tiger main character too.
G**R
Very Pleased
Book was received in perfect condition.
S**A
A Classic!
Excellent read for kids and very enjoyable to the reader too. The pictures are priceless too!
J**E
Finally received
Received later than expected, but satisfied with the product
A**3
Love this book!
I remember reading this book as a child so wanted to order it for my 2 year old daughter. She Absolutely loves it, it’s the perfect length for before bed or nap time. She’s even learned a lot from the book like “cafe” and she started saying “I have a very good idea!” Like one of the lines from the book, lol. One of my favorites to read her for sure.
B**R
Charming Tale
Charming tale for children or any cat lover.
A**C
Delightful Story
This is a beloved story my children enjoyed when they were young. I was thrilled to be able to purchase it for the next generation. Beautiful illustrations and a winning story.
J**R
Brilliant book
A classic book. My two boys (ages 4 qnd 6) enjoy reading this. Gentle and intriguing, evocative pictures. DVD good too.
A**A
Bellissimo
Bel libro anche se un po' piccolo essendo ovviamente un libro per bambini. Io l'ho comprato in realtà, per me stessa! È dolcissimo ed illustrato molto bene. Ottimo prezzo
L**N
Ein Kinderbuchklassiker
Als Kind gehörte „Ein Tiger kommt zum Tee“ zu meinen Lieblingsbüchern. Ich hatte die deutsche Übersetzung aus dem Ravensburg Verlag und habe das Buch geliebt. Ich musste es immer wieder vorgelesen bekommen und konnte es schließlich auswendig. Jetzt habe ich das Buch in der englischen Originalversion hier auf Amazon entdeckt und habe mich sehr darüber gefreut. Im englischen Original liest sich das Buch nochmal besser, da der Sprachwitz natürlich viel mehr rüber kommt. Durch die einfache Sprache und die tollen Zeichungen ist das Buch durchaus auch für Kinder geeignet, die Englisch nicht als Muttersprache haben. Mit zusätzlichen Erklärungen bzw. Übersetzungen der Eltern/eines Erwachsenen handelt es sich um ein tolles kindgerechtes Buch, welches ich gerne empfehle. Allerdings würde ich beim Vorlesen für Kinder auf die gedruckte Ausgabe zurückgreifen. Anmerkung: Die Kindle Version ist nicht mit dem Amazon Kindle Gerät kompatibel. Das Buch lässt sich nicht herunterladen. Auf dem iPad funktioniert es ohne Probleme. Da die Zeichnungen farbig sind, ist dies aber ohnehin die schönere Variante das Buch zu lesen. In der deutschen Übersetzung wird das Buch momentan vom Knesebeck Verlag herausgegeben. Mit neuer, näher am englischen Original gehaltener Übersetzung. Ebenfalls sehr empfehlenswert.
M**J
Love this book! 🐯
Our 2 year old is obsessed and asks for this book to be read to him multiple times a day. He points to most illustrations and says what it happening on each page. 11 out of 10 book.
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