by Emily Smith · Young Corgi · tapa blanda · ISBN 9780552547352
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«The Shrimp» is Emily Smith's children's novel, published by Young Corgi in paperback (109 pages, in English).
Ben Shrimpton spends the summer working on his school project about wildlife: he explores the coast and observes the creatures of the rocks. His class will compete for a prize in front of a famous nature presenter. Although some classmates call him «the Shrimp», Ben trusts his idea to stand out.
First published in 2001, The Shrimp won the Nestlé Smarties Book Prize in the 6 to 8 years category.
Recommended for children aged 7 to 9, especially for those who enjoy school stories, nature and competitions.
Emily Smith is an English children's writer. Her books are aimed at young readers, mainly writing for Young Corgi Books and Orchard Books. Her first children's book, Astrid, the au pair from Outer Space won the silver medal in the 6-8 age group, at the Nestlé Smarties Book Prize 1999. The Shrimp won the 6-8 age group Nestlé Smarties Book Prize Gold medal in 2000.
