Book Information
- Series: Formac First Novels
- Imprint: Formac Publishing Company Limited
- Publication Date: 1 January 1992
- Copyright Year: 1992
- ISBN: 9780887802089
- Page Count: 57
- Dimensions: 4.25" x 7"
- Interest ages: 5-10
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Swank Talk
by Bertrand Gauthier
illustrated by Daniel Dumont
translated by Sarah Cummins
The Swank twins are back and they are confusing their parents and confounding the experts because no one can understand what they say.
The Swank twins are back and they are confusing their parents and confounding the experts because no one can understand what they say. Only another pair of twins can solve this riddle.
About the Authors
Bertrand Gauthier
BERTRAND GAUTHIER has written many books for young readers and has won several awards for his work including the Canada Council Award.
Daniel Dumont
DANIEL DUMONT is a graphic artist and illustrator whose work has appeared in magazines, books and textbooks.
Sarah Cummins
Reviews
Swank Talk would strike a sympathetic chord with children who have invented a secret language, or would like to do so. Its humorous black-and-white drawings add interest for Grade 3 students beginning to read chapter books.
Canadian Book Review Annual
Swank Talk would strike a sympathetic chord with children who have invented a secret language, or would like to do so. Its humorous black-and-white drawings add interest for Grade 3 students beginning to read chapter books.
Canadian Book Review Annual
Swank Talk would strike a sympathetic chord with children who have invented a secret language, or would like to do so. Its humorous black-and-white drawings add interest for Grade 3 students beginning to read chapter books.
Canadian Book Review Annual
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