At times, back home at ReadItDaddy Towers, it's easy to imagine that the individual crashing around upstairs, sounding for all the world like not just one elephant but a whole HERD of elephants isn't in fact just a 7 year old girl who isn't quite as fleet of foot as you'd imagine.
When a young elephant's mum points out a similar situation to him, he vows that he's going to try and change his ways - and perhaps with the aid of a pint-sized new chum he might just achieve his goal.
"As Quiet as a Mouse" shows that once again Maverick has an eye for publishing some really brilliant books for little ones, from a huge pool of extremely talented new picture book folk. Karen and Evgenia have put together a perfect bedtime read!
Charlotte's favourite bit: Young elephant desperately trying to stay as quiet as possible (but failing miserably!)
Daddy's favourite bit: A lovely book to snuggle down to for a bit of peace and quiet!
(Kindly sent to us for review by Maverick Books)
"As Quiet as a Mouse"
Written by Karen Owen
Illustrated by Evgenia Golubeva
Published by Maverick Books
Publication Date: 28th September 2015