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Harold Snipperpot's Best Disaster Ever Hardcover – Picture Book, February 5, 2019

by Beatrice Alemagna (Author, Illustrator)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 51 ratings
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From the internationally admired, award-winning creator of many celebrated picture books, including On a Magical Do-Nothing Day, A Lion in Paris, and The Wonderful Fluffy Little Squishy, comes a story about lonely Harold Snipperpot, a seven-year-old boy who has never had a real birthday party, until now.

Harold is turning seven years old. He’s never had a real birthday party. That’s because his parents are too grumpy.

But this year they feel bad for Harold. “We’ll call up Mr. Ponzio,” says Harold’s mother. So they do, and Mr. Ponzio agrees to help, “The party will be absolutely extraordinary, Mrs. Snipperpot.” When everyone arrives at the Snipperpots', everyone—especially Harold—is absolutely flabbergasted. It truly is a party like no other.

Full of surprises, every animal imaginable, and magical moments galore, Harold Snipperpot’s Best Disaster Ever is a party unlike any other.

Perfect for fans of other shocking shindigs such as Secret Pizza Party by Adam Rubin and May I Bring a Friend? by Beatrice Schenk de Regniers.

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  1. Reading age
    4 - 8 years
  2. Print length
    48 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Dimensions
    9.3 x 0.6 x 12.2 inches
  6. Publisher
    HarperCollins
  7. Publication date
    February 5, 2019
  8. ISBN-10
    0062498827
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0062498823
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PreS-Gr 2-Harold Phillip Snipperpot is turning seven and expects another terrible birthday with no festivities. His parents are sticks-in-the-mud, with no idea of the kind of celebration that would make Harold's year. So, they call in Mr. Ponzio, the neighborhood problem-solver. Mr. Ponzio brings a veritable zoo to Harold's fancy digs and, boy, do the animals cause a ruckus. Harold takes matters into his own hands and saves his parents' lives and their marriage, too. Alemagna's striking mixed media illustrations have a 3-D look, reminiscent of Brian Wildsmith's work. Close inspection reveals intricate patterns and humorous details, like a tutu on an armadillo and a coat hanger dangling from a goat's horn. Gauvin's translation loses none of the humor conveyed in the text. The setting could be any major metropolitan city, but every child can relate to Harold's wish for something spectacular on his birthday. VERDICT Pair this title with When's My Birthday by Julie Fogliano for a winning storytime. Highly recommended.-Kristy Kilfoyle, Canterbury School, Fort Myers, FLα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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“Nuanced, wonderfully observant mixed-media artwork by Alemagna (On a Magical Do-Nothing Day) gives this story its magic.” — Publishers Weekly

“Readers will squeal with delight at Alemagna’s montage of misbehaving animals... This story hits all the right notes for young readers, being more than chaotic silliness, and the details worked into Alemagna’s mixed-media collage illustrations are extraordinarily captivating.” — Booklist

“Alemagna’s striking mixed media illustrations have a 3-D look, reminiscent of Brian Wildsmith’s work. Close inspection reveals intricate patterns and humorous details.” — School Library Journal

“...every child can relate to Harold’s wish for something spectacular on his birthday...Highly recommended.” — School Library Journal

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperCollins (February 5, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 48 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0062498827
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0062498823
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.14 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.3 x 0.6 x 12.2 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 51 ratings

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Beatrice Alemagna

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Beatrice Alemagna is a bestselling author and illustrator of children’s books. She is the winner of numerous awards, including the New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book Award and the Hans Christian Andersen Award.

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Larry
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Story, Nice Illustrations
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2022
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This is a well written, fun children's story with nice illustrations. The book arrived in excellent shape, & I'm please with this purchase!
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K. Fitzsimmons
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book!
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2022
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Wonderful book, love the artwork!
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Emily Jacob
5.0 out of 5 stars Super Cute
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2021
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This is an adorable book and kept my 2.5 year old entertained.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book in many ways
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2019
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Very important life lesson explained well in this book.
Illustrations were magnificent.
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Melanie Cowley
5.0 out of 5 stars One of my favorites!! Heartwarming story, & hilarious illustrations!
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2019
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Absolutely love this story!! Heartwarming, hilarious, & unforgettable!!
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Rinda Beach
5.0 out of 5 stars A cover is a promise, and the story inside delivered on it.
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2022
A cover is a promise, and the story inside delivered on it. I love the illustration Beatrice picked, and the title – too funny! Harold Snipperpot is just fun to say, and Best Disaster . . . HA! That’s an oxymoron. How could a disaster ever be the best one, let alone the best ever?! But Beatrice told the truth . . . it was the best disaster ever.

The beginning starts with the end – another oxymoron! Harold tells us he just had the best disaster ever. Then he goes back to the beginning and tells the story in proper sequential order. It’s Harold’s seventh birthday, and he’s never had a party. Poor Harold! His parents don’t like them, but they agree to hire Mr. Ponzio to plan the party. I won’t tell you how a birthday can become the best disaster ever . . . You’ll have to read it for yourself!
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Laura Harrison
5.0 out of 5 stars A Joyous Marvel of a Picturebook
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2019
I practically gasped when I first saw an image of this book. I did gasp when I bought and opened a copy. Beginning with the cover art to the gorgeous and intricately designed illustrations within, it is a stunner. Everything a picture book should be and much, much more. Original in the best way possible. Beatrice Alemagna is one of the greatest children's picture book illustrator's of our time. Five sparkling stars all the way!
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Smilla
2.0 out of 5 stars Warning: Expensive return shipping
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2019
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OK book but not what we expected . Not the best translation. Cliché ending. We thought we could return it but they charge 5.99 for the shipping!!! Check the return policy before ordering.
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Anonym
5.0 out of 5 stars Wunderschön illustriert
Reviewed in Germany on March 29, 2023
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Zugegeben, die Auflösung der Spannungsspitze der Geschichte ist etwas holprig und nicht ganz schlüssig. Aber ein Kind wird dies vermutlich nicht einmal merken, denn letztlich kommt die Kernaussagen trotzdem rüber und die wunderschönen Zeichnungen machen alles wett. Die Gestaltung ist wie bei Beatrice Alemagna üblich in ruhigen Farben gehalten. Sie ist für mich eine Meisterin der monotonen Gestaltung und kommt mit wenigen Farbakzenten aus ohne langweilig zu wirken. Das Auge kann in Ruhe die Details der Bilder erfassen ohne reizüberflutet zu werden.
Es ist traurig, dass in Deutschland dieser Zeichenstil so wenig Anklang findet, während die Künstlerin in anderen Ländern Preise für ihre Kinderbuchillustrationen abräumt.
Es überrascht, daß gerade im Kinderbuchbereich die in der woken Blase so hochbeschworene Diversität in der Gestaltung und Illustration von Kinderbüchern ausbleibt bzw. von den deutschen Verlagen nicht aufgenommen wird. So kaufe ich eben die englischen Ausgaben.
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Eselsohr
5.0 out of 5 stars Eine herzerwärmende Geschichte mit zauberhaften Illustrationen
Reviewed in Germany on December 23, 2019
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Der 7-jährige Harold ist unglücklich. Seine Eltern sprechen nur noch das Nötigste miteinander und seit Jahren hat es zu Hause keine Feste mehr gegeben. Zum Glück weiß der kluge Mr. Ponzio Rat. Er organisiert eine Party, die es in sich hat, die alles verändert und die so schnell keiner vergessen wird. Die Geschichte ist herzerwärmend, witzig und so wahr. Die Illustrationen sind eine einzige Augenweide: malerisch, sensibel und facettenreich. Ein Buch, das man immer wieder gern in die Hand nimmt und jedes Mal wieder gibt es Neues zu entdecken. Leider gibt es das Buch (noch?) nicht in deutscher Übersetzung.
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Wenwen
5.0 out of 5 stars A Light-hearted story that covers the most important element of raising a child
Reviewed in Germany on October 15, 2020
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A delight story that encourages parents to spend more time with their children. I love
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Light-hearted story that covers the most important element of raising a child
Reviewed in Germany on October 15, 2020
A delight story that encourages parents to spend more time with their children. I love
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