“Oh No, George!” by the multi-award-winning Chris Haughton is a delightful and hilarious story about good intentions, temptations, and the consequences of our actions. With his unique humor and bold, distinctive illustrations, this book speaks directly to the hearts of young children.

• Theme: Temptation, Rules, Consequences, Good Intentions
• Style: Humorous, repetitive, interactive.
• Age: 2+ years

Preschool children who are learning to understand the rules and the consequences of their choices. It is the perfect book to start a discussion about why we sometimes do something we know we shouldn't, and about the importance of trying again.

• Its humor is irresistible: Children (and adults) identify with George's mischief and burst into laughter at the recurring phrase "Oh no, George!".
• It encourages discussion: Its simple plot provides the perfect opportunity to talk about right and wrong choices, without being didactic.
• The illustration is unique: The bold colors and simple, expressive drawings by Chris Haughton make every page delightful.
• It is interactive: Children love to shout along with the narrator "Oh no, George!" every time the hero is about to get into mischief.

• Discuss: What should George have done? Why didn't he succeed? What would you do in his place?
• Play: Act out George's mischief in charades and guess what they are.
• Ask the child: Have you ever been tempted to do something you knew you shouldn't?

Chris Haughton is an Irish illustrator and author, internationally recognized for his children's books. His work has been translated into dozens of languages and has won many of the most important children's literature awards. His books stand out for their unique aesthetic, vibrant colors, and clever humor, through which they manage to convey important messages to young readers.