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Peep and Egg: I'm Not Hatching Hardcover – Picture Book, February 9, 2016

by Laura Gehl (Author), Joyce Wan (Illustrator)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 129 ratings
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Egg is not hatching.

No way. No how.

It is too scary out there.

Peep wants Egg to hatch so they can do fun things together, like watch the sunrise, splash in puddles, and play hide-and-seek.
But Egg is not cracking...
Joyce Wan's bright and bold illustrations will have young chickies giggling at Laura Gehl's reassuring tale that takes the not out of I'm not.

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  1. Reading age
    1 - 4 years, from customers
  2. Print length
    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Lexile measure
    AD400L
  5. Dimensions
    9.26 x 0.39 x 9.22 inches
  6. Publisher
    Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
  7. Publication date
    February 9, 2016
  8. ISBN-10
    0374301212
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0374301217
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PreS-K—Peep, an adorable baby chick, can barely wait for Egg to hatch. Egg, however, is hesitant. In fact, Egg is so fearful that he has decided not to hatch at all. In an attempt to lure her anxious friend out of his shell, Peep begins describing all the things they can do together. When she tells Egg they can watch the sunrise from the roof of the henhouse, Egg informs her that the roof is too high. When she suggests splashing in puddles, Egg drolly replies, "Too wet." Each entreaty is illustrated with an exuberant Peep wreathed in smiles and a very dour Egg looking put upon. The tide turns, however, when Peep leaves without reading Egg a story. He is so desirous of one that he hatches, and the book concludes with the two of them on the roof of the henhouse happily reading, albeit with Egg sporting a helmet in case of a fall! Charmingly illustrated by Wan with bold strokes and spot-on facial expressions, this picture book is delightful. Gehl has created an appealing duo with the enthusiastic Peep and the lovably neurotic Egg. The constant refrain of "I'm not hatching" will be a winner at storytime. VERDICT A clever way to demonstrate overcoming one's fears.—Amy Nolan, St. Joseph Public Library, St. Joseph, MI

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Peep and Egg I'm Not Hatching:

"Rendered with thick lines, flat colors, and simple cartoonlike shapes, Wan’s illustrations are a joyous complement to Gehl’s text. Children will listen in anticipation of what will make Egg finally hatch; their adult readers will smile in recognition of the predictable toddler stubbornness." ―Kirkus Reviews

"Gehl’s just-enough text delivers a spot-on channeling of a coaxing parent and oppositional child, while Wan blends expressive emoji-like characters (even unhatched, Egg has a vividly cranky personality) with ingeniously geometric settings. A scene in which Peep and Egg imagine watching a sunrise together is a marvelous array of shapes and lines." ―Publishers Weekly

"Charmingly illustrated by Wan with bold strokes and spot-on facial expressions, this picture book is delightful. Gehl has created an appealing duo with the enthusiastic Peep and the lovably neurotic Egg. The constant refrain of “I’m not hatching” will be a winner at storytime. VERDICT A clever way to demonstrate overcoming one’s fears." ―School Library Journal

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR) (February 9, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0374301212
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0374301217
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 1 - 4 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD400L
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.26 x 0.39 x 9.22 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 129 ratings

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Laura Gehl

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Laura Gehl is the author of popular picture books, board books, and early readers including One Big Pair of Underwear, My Pillow Keeps Moving, I Got a Chicken for My Birthday, the Peep and Egg series, and the Baby Scientist series. She lives in Chevy Chase, MD with her husband, four children, and large stash of dark chocolate.

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4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 out of 5
129 global ratings

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D. Simmons
5.0 out of 5 stars I had my book so quickly!
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2023
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This book was ordered for a story time and was just perfect.
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5.0 out of 5 stars "It was a very nice book, and the ending was the very best ...
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2016
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My almost 6 year old says, "It was a very nice book, and the ending was the very best part! I like the cover, and I like how Egg keeps saying, "I'm not hatching!" My 2.5 year old also enjoyed the story and illustrations. This is a very sweet story about being patient and looking forward to all that life has to offer. Gehl is a wonderful children's author who truly understands the simple beauty of children's books. Additionally, this is a great book for children to read as spring approaches, the weather changes, and new life "hatches" all around!
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M. Tong
5.0 out of 5 stars My son and I both enjoyed Laura Gehl's "One Big Pair of Underwear
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2016
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What a delightful story! My son and I both enjoyed Laura Gehl's "One Big Pair of Underwear," and I'm so happy to say that this book hits a home run, too! My 2-year-old especially loves the repeating phrases (and the shouting out of them during reading), and the colorful, friendly pictures. I love the story, and its message of coming out of your shell (ha ha) and overcoming your fears with the help of friendship. It's sweet to read, it's sweet to look at, and its a wonderful addition to our library! Highly recommended!
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Ann M
5.0 out of 5 stars A Fun and Funny Look at Trying Something New
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2016
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I bought this book for a colleague's baby shower. It is an adorable book for this second time mom and dad and their young son. Peep is just the right combination of cajoling big sister and Egg's character rings authentic--and is hilarious. Wan's simple yet expressive illustrations are perfect for the book and a true joy. Overall, I highly recommend this book for anyone who has ever been hesitant about trying something new.
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Lucky-007
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely story, especially for kids who may ordinarily be tentative about new experiences
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2016
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The Easter Bunny brought this lovely book for my kids! My 3.5-year-old especially loved it and asked me to read it to him twice in a row (which is unusual for him)! It is a great book for kids like him who are sometimes a bit hesitant to come out of their shells. This "Peep and Egg" book is a very nicely written story with big, bold, and colorful illustrations!
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Jo Ann Hakola
4.0 out of 5 stars No! I won't hatch!
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2016
Peep wants the egg to hatch so she will have a friend to do things with. Egg is a scared of the great big world and says it won't hatch.

The author sent me a copy of this book during a giveaway. It has been published so you can buy a copy now.

Children's picture books are a favorite of mine. Joyce Wan illustrates this one with simple lines and graphics and basic colors.

As Peep keeps suggesting what they can do together, the Egg says no and gives the reason why it scares it. Peep persists. The answer remains no. Finally Peep is leaving and Peep hasn't told Egg its good night story. How can Egg get her to share the story? Guess what? He hatches!

It's a simple story to make a child smile. Your child might even want to do some of Peep's suggestions. When's the last time you sat outside and looked at the stars? We do that a lot in New Mexico. Give Peep and the stars a look!
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Karapooh
5.0 out of 5 stars Huge Hit!
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2016
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I am a mom and a preschool teacher. I bought a copy for home and for school. I read it at school today... it was a huge hit! The girls especially loved it! I put it in my book area and read it several more times throughout the day. I can tell it will be a favorite for years to come!
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zyzzx621
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm Not Hatching is a favorite first choice
Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2016
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My pre-schooler loves this book! He always gets to choose "two books" at bedtime ("two!"), and Peep and Egg: I'm Not Hatching is a favorite first choice. The graceful text is complemented by pleasing and colorful illustrations. My son loves the farm setting and the sister and brother duo. We hope to see more stories featuring Peep and Egg!
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Taylor
5.0 out of 5 stars I love reading it to my son
Reviewed in Canada on June 4, 2018
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This is a very cute book. I love reading it to my son.
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Linda R.
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful story and pictures!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 9, 2017
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I bought this book for my granddaughter. She loves it! Since it is a board book, her parents can let her turn the pages herself with ripping them. Although she doesn't quite seem to understand the story yet, the pictures help explain what's going on. The story's theme about a young child not wanting to move on to the next step in life (portrayed here by a chick refusing to hatch!) sounds so true to life that I imagine my granddaughter understanding it more little by little. It will be fun to watch!
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