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Taxi, Go!

Patricia Toht author Maria Karipidou illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Walker Books Ltd

Publishing:2nd Jan '25

£7.99

This title is due to be published on 2nd January, and will be despatched as soon as possible.

Taxi, Go! cover

In a vibrant urban setting, a lively taxi picks up passengers heading to various destinations. With excitement and skill, it navigates the bustling streets, offering an engaging experience for young readers in Taxi, Go!

Taxi, Go! takes readers on an exciting journey through the bustling life of a taxi cab. The story begins with the cabs resting in a line, waiting for their moment to shine. As the day unfolds, the taxi cab springs to life, ready to pick up a variety of passengers with unique destinations. From a thrilling football game to a captivating play, a crucial business meeting, and the airport, the taxi is on a mission to get everyone where they need to go.

Throughout the day, the taxi faces the challenges of navigating busy streets, weaving left and right through traffic. The narrative captures the dynamic nature of city life, highlighting the hustle and bustle that comes with being a taxi driver. The playful commands of Taxi … stop! Now, Taxi … GO! add an interactive element, engaging young readers and inviting them to join in the excitement of the taxi's adventures.

Patricia Toht's lively storytelling, combined with Maria Karipidou's vibrant illustrations, creates a delightful experience for children who love vehicles. The book is filled with rich details that bring the world of the taxi to life, making it an enjoyable read for both children and adults alike. Taxi, Go! is not just a story about a taxi; it’s a celebration of adventure, movement, and the joy of getting from one place to another in a busy city.

This is sure to appeal to the many young vehicle enthusiasts who will enjoy emulating the taxi’s ‘wee-wooo-weee’ and joining in with the frequent STOP! and GO! instructions as the cheerful, energetic story unfolds. * Books for Keeps *
There is so much to see in the child-friendly scenes, you will likely need to share this several times to allow your young audience to enjoy the action and linger over all the details. * Red Reading Hub *
Not only does Patricia Toht’s charming story encourage little ones to engage with the excitement of the story, but with Maria Karipidou’s illustrations everything takes on a new life… this is an incredibly engaging and multi-layered picture book. * Armadillo Magazine *

ISBN: 9781529523553

Dimensions: 215mm x 265mm x 3mm

Weight: 160g

32 pages