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Nimpentoad
by
Henry L. Herz (Goodreads Author),
Joshua Herz , Harrison Herz , Bill Maus , Sean Eddingfield , Josh Herz
Nimpentoad is the tale of a courageous and resourceful little Nibling who leads his tribe through the perilous Grunwald forest, overcoming obstacles and encountering strange creatures along the way. Nimpentoad is an engaging story with fantastic illustrations, and positive lessons of teamwork, creativity, perseverance and leadership.
Nimpentoad is an early chapter book inte...more
Nimpentoad is an early chapter book inte...more
Paperback, 34 pages
Published
February 10th 2012
by Birch Tree Publishing
(first published November 3rd 2011)
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This delightful little book is full of great illustrations in each chapter that are just as beautiful as the cover. While the book only took me perhaps 10 minutes to read, I lingered over the illustrations. I believe this book will appeal to small kids for the illustrations alone, and for the silly names and adventures also. Built into the story line are lessons on various polite manners, such as chewing with your mouth closed, along with the more serious theme of bullying. I also enjoyed that t...more
Nimpentoad written by Henry L. Herz and his Sons – Josh and Harrison Herz, with art work by Sean Eddingfield and Bill Maus
Amazon rates this book with “5 stars.” It is a wonderful, sci-fi fantasy; early chapter book, and I believe that elementary age children, five through ten years old, will absolutely love it.
The story and the art work are creative and rich. Nimpentoad will capture the attention of young readers and hold it, and they will be left wishing for more. Perhaps there’ll be a sequel...more
Amazon rates this book with “5 stars.” It is a wonderful, sci-fi fantasy; early chapter book, and I believe that elementary age children, five through ten years old, will absolutely love it.
The story and the art work are creative and rich. Nimpentoad will capture the attention of young readers and hold it, and they will be left wishing for more. Perhaps there’ll be a sequel...more
“Nimpentoad” is a cooperative effort by Henry, Joshua, and Harrison Herz. It is a somewhat interactive storybook for children, set in an alternate world. The main character is Nimpentoad, who happens to be a Nibling, but not just an ordinary Nibling. Nimpentoad is smarter than the average Nibling, and uses his greater intelligence to protect the entire Nibling population from a variety of dangers, leading them to an ultimate state of permanent safety. With Forest Goblins, Neebels, Forest Orcs, G...more
Niblings, the smallest and most clever of creatures, lived in Grunwald Forest many years ago. Niblings were also excellent cooks and very skilled with their small hands. There was just one problem they faced more often that not, and that is they were picked on by all the other forest creatures who were bigger than they were. The Niblings were picked on by Goblins, Neebles, Orcs and a few other big, scary and smelly creatures that would often want to eat the Niblings. Nimpentoad, the smartest of...more
Nimpentoad (Henry, Josh & Harrison Herz, 2011; available on Amazon) is a lovely, illustrated tale about dear Nimpentoad’s adventure to lead his fellow Niblings through the oft dangerous Grunwald Forest in a journey for their survival. Throughout the journey, Nimpentoad and his friends encounter various creatures that have both strengths and weaknesses that Nimpentoad must use to keep his friend safe.
This book does what many children’s books try, and sometimes fail, to do: teaches life lesson...more
This book does what many children’s books try, and sometimes fail, to do: teaches life lesson...more
There are so many things I like about this story. There's the storytelling atmosphere, the child-like yet intelligent prose, the pictures that bring the story to life, the well-built setting, and Nimpentoad himself.
The story is written as though someone was telling the story to someone else. This adds character and warmth to the writing that makes the story feel 'fuller'. It would not be an exaggeration to say that the Narrator is as much a character as anyone else. Now that I've finished the s...more
The story is written as though someone was telling the story to someone else. This adds character and warmth to the writing that makes the story feel 'fuller'. It would not be an exaggeration to say that the Narrator is as much a character as anyone else. Now that I've finished the s...more
Subtle lessons beautifully taught!
Nimpentoad is a beautifully written and illustrated fantasy adventure book for children. It is a subtle way to teach lessons about friendship, trust, courage, and thinking through situations. Herz also includes manners and trying new vegetables! I bet children actually eat vegetables after reading this story.
Nimpentoad is a Nibling and he lives in Grunwald Forest. There are many other creatures that live in the forest, some are nice and some are not. Niblings ar...more
Nimpentoad is a beautifully written and illustrated fantasy adventure book for children. It is a subtle way to teach lessons about friendship, trust, courage, and thinking through situations. Herz also includes manners and trying new vegetables! I bet children actually eat vegetables after reading this story.
Nimpentoad is a Nibling and he lives in Grunwald Forest. There are many other creatures that live in the forest, some are nice and some are not. Niblings ar...more
SHARON'S REVIEW
Nimpentoad is a children's picture book in a fairytale type format, which is geared to being read out loud to young children. The story follows a group of creatures called Niblings. They are the smallest creatures in the forest, so they get picked on, and sometimes even eaten by bigger creatures. Nimpentoad is a Nibling that comes up with a plan to find a safer home for the group. This plan involves finding a giant on the other side of the forest. There are many obstacles and dang...more
Nimpentoad is a children's picture book in a fairytale type format, which is geared to being read out loud to young children. The story follows a group of creatures called Niblings. They are the smallest creatures in the forest, so they get picked on, and sometimes even eaten by bigger creatures. Nimpentoad is a Nibling that comes up with a plan to find a safer home for the group. This plan involves finding a giant on the other side of the forest. There are many obstacles and dang...more
Nimpentoad by Henry L. Herz, Sean Eddingfield, Bill Maus, and Joshua Herz is an entertaining tale of a little creature named Nimpentoad who cleverly leads his fellow Niblings on a grand adventure in search of a safe place to call home.
Nimpentoad is a Nibling and lives in Grunwald Forest with many other fascinating, but not always so friendly creatures. Niblings "are
skinny and short – about waist-high to an
adult human." Due to their small size they often get picked on by the other forest inhabita...more
Nimpentoad is a Nibling and lives in Grunwald Forest with many other fascinating, but not always so friendly creatures. Niblings "are
skinny and short – about waist-high to an
adult human." Due to their small size they often get picked on by the other forest inhabita...more
This was a cute picture book with elaborate fantasy-style illustrations. The artwork was excellent but the storytelling fell a little short for me. There were a bit too many interjected comments from the narrator within the text of the story that interrupted the flow. The plot wasn’t exceptionally strong and the climax was a little quick and not very tense. However, I am an adult and the book is geared for children. Because of that, I didn’t feel that my opinion was quite final (although importa...more
Nimpentoad is a wonderful children’s book that will inspire both children and adults. Niblings are the smallest creatures in the Grunwald Forest and are often ridiculed and poked fun at. Nimpentoad, the bravest of the niblings, decides to make a deal with Goofus the Giant to help him out with certain tasks in return for his protection. He leads the niblings on a 5 day journey thru the Grunwald Forest to meet Goofus. The group encounters some obstacles along the way but they trust Nimpentoad thei...more
Grunwald Forest is full of creatures. Many aren't very nice. They like to bully and be mean to the other creatures. Niblings are the smallest and the Giant is the biggest. The Niblings had to hide often because so many wanted to eat them. Nimpentoad was the smartest and bravest Nibling. He knew if they could get the Giant to agree to join forces with them, they would be safe. The Niblings could do the things a clumsy Giant couldn't and the Giant could protect the Niblings from all other creatur...more
Written by Henry and his two sons, Josh and Harrison, Nimpentoad is the story of a smart young Nibling and how he leads his tribe through the dangerous Grunwald Forest in search of safety. During the trip, he saves his fellow Niblings from being eaten by goblins, trolls, orcs and other scary creatures.
Nimpentoad is geared towards children aged 5 - 10 years and reads as if it was meant to be read aloud to young children, accompanied by illustrations by Sean Eddingfield and Bill Maus.
I find the...more
Nimpentoad is geared towards children aged 5 - 10 years and reads as if it was meant to be read aloud to young children, accompanied by illustrations by Sean Eddingfield and Bill Maus.
I find the...more
Having been contacted by Henry to read and review Nimpentoad, after reading the description I gladly accepted. If I would of had a copy of Nimpentoad when I was a child, it would of been one of my favorite books. Goblins, giant wolves, Orcs, Rhinotaurs are some of the creatures the little Niblings encounter on their travels through the Grunwald Forest. They might not sound like anything to fear, unless you are a Nibling! Niblings are the smallest of creatures found in the forest, and peculiar th...more
What a delight to read a piece of children’s literature! At university I studied a module titled ‘Children’s Literature’ and it was very insightful to learn about the techniques and subtle morals planted within children's stories and so it is great to revist this type of book. As a child I loved to read stories about adventures, escaping the wrath of monsters with your friends and eventually beating the badies! Nimpentoad makes no exception when it comes to an action-packed tale that is suited f...more
I would give this 4.5 if I could. A strong 5 for the artwork and a 4 for the story. Nimpentoad has many strengths, not least of which is the beautiful artwork (if you can call pictures of goblins, orcs, and trolls beautiful). Eddingfield and Maus really out did themselves. The story itself is interesting and engaging, with a conversational tone. As we follow the adventure of the Niblings through Grunwald Forest small lessons are slipped in. Children learn the danger of not following directions a...more
Review originally posted on my blog: All Fantasy Worlds
This is a book any child would love to have on his bookshelf! And not only for the incredible pictures, but also for the exciting story and the fascinating characters. “Nimpentoad” is a real keeper, so I’d choose the paperback over the Kindle version anytime.
The thing that I loved most was the authors’ creativity with the different fantasy creatures, their names, habits, and personalities. The Niblings are the smallest creatures in the Grun...more
This is a book any child would love to have on his bookshelf! And not only for the incredible pictures, but also for the exciting story and the fascinating characters. “Nimpentoad” is a real keeper, so I’d choose the paperback over the Kindle version anytime.
The thing that I loved most was the authors’ creativity with the different fantasy creatures, their names, habits, and personalities. The Niblings are the smallest creatures in the Grun...more
GOBLINS, SCORPIONS AND RHINOTAURS, OH MY!
This is a well-written, fun, adventurous novel for children. The children will be delighted with the wonderful illustrations and rejoice in the happy ending.
I enjoyed the fantastic creatures living in the ancient, shadowy and mysterious Grunwald Forest. You can’t help but like Nimpentoad for wanting to protect the Niblings as they make their journey to Goofus’ castle. On their way, they encounter such creatures as Forest Goblins, giant scorpians and Rhino...more
This is a well-written, fun, adventurous novel for children. The children will be delighted with the wonderful illustrations and rejoice in the happy ending.
I enjoyed the fantastic creatures living in the ancient, shadowy and mysterious Grunwald Forest. You can’t help but like Nimpentoad for wanting to protect the Niblings as they make their journey to Goofus’ castle. On their way, they encounter such creatures as Forest Goblins, giant scorpians and Rhino...more
I received this book as a gift from the authors in exchange for my review.
You are now entering the world of Nimpentoad and his fellow niblings. they look to Nimpentoad for guidance as they travel through the shadowy unknown that is Grunwald Forest.
Along the way you will have encounters with goblins and orcs and many other fantastical creatures. Neebels are the worst!
henry, along with his two grade-school sons, has written an endearing tale, accompanied by beautiful illustrations.
While the target...more
You are now entering the world of Nimpentoad and his fellow niblings. they look to Nimpentoad for guidance as they travel through the shadowy unknown that is Grunwald Forest.
Along the way you will have encounters with goblins and orcs and many other fantastical creatures. Neebels are the worst!
henry, along with his two grade-school sons, has written an endearing tale, accompanied by beautiful illustrations.
While the target...more
I was excited to read Nimpentoad because this delightful fantasy is written by a dad, Henry Herz, and his two elementary-aged sons, Josh and Harrison! It is so exciting to see a hobby and creativity come together and make something for the world to see and enjoy. As I read Nimpentoad I couldn't help but fall in love with this little Nibling, saving the day, exemplifying courage, care and leadership against everything they came across. He is a positive example for children, as well as introducing...more
Tired of being bullied and picked on, Nimpentoad leads his intrepid band of tiny Niblings through the Grunwald Forest to Goofus the Giant’s Castle for help. On the way they are attacked by Forest Goblins and Orcs, Giant Scorpions, Rhinotaurs, and wolves. Nimpentoad’s quick thinking extricates them from every dire situation with ingenuity and humor.
A unique concoction of crazy and bizarre creatures set Nimpentoad apart from a multitude of children’s fantasies. Witty narrative, great imagery, and...more
A unique concoction of crazy and bizarre creatures set Nimpentoad apart from a multitude of children’s fantasies. Witty narrative, great imagery, and...more
The story begins in Grunwald Forest where the Niblings live. Niblings are dexterous little creatures who love to cook. They are not, however, very popular with the others of the forest. In fact, they are continuously picked on and pushed around. The forest is also inhabited by Orcs and Goblins and Neebles, to name but a few, and each and every one has had a go at the Niblings. The Niblings are tired of this and decide to seek help from the Goofus, the giant who lives in the castle. Where Nibling...more
My six year old and I sat down to read this story and he seemed to really enjoy it. He loved the illustrations which also helped him to more easily understand what was going on in the adventure. Nimpentoad is a charismatic leader of his people and his story is a great way for little learners, like my son, to learn about leading and making the right choices for the right reasons - in a fun way! We enjoyed this children's book. My son has even tried to draw his own version of Nimpentoad.
This fantasy tale is about Nimpentoad, a courageous Nibling who is able to overcome obstacles using positive and creative thinking techniques. The story was well written and entertaining. I would think for a children’s book some of the names might have been hard though but overall it was a great fantasy novel. This book would be great for children ages 6-9, especially I think adventurous little boys.
Note: I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
Note: I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
What a fantastic book! I read it to my son at bedtime over the last two nights and he LOVED it! We both did. At first he was a little hesitant, but by the end of the first page he was hooked and we have been chasing each other around the house on our imaginary Neebles ever since.
Nimpentoad is a great story loaded with positive messages for both kids and adults. It is a story that could be enjoyed by someone of any age, but it is definitely best when shared with family.
Nimpentoad is a great story loaded with positive messages for both kids and adults. It is a story that could be enjoyed by someone of any age, but it is definitely best when shared with family.
I have to say I didn't think I would enjoy this story, being an adult, but it was a pretty good story. I have read it to my youngest child and she really liked it. This story has a lot of good lessons in it and is perfect for elementary school kids. Lots of adventure and a few funny moments as well. The art is amazing. I think this is a great story to build a series of kids books from. Nimpentoad is a little hero and he can help teach your kids to be one too.
Received the book from the writer himself.I totally enjoyed this book. To have such a character that is small but smarter than all the bigger creatures was hilarious. It was great that Nimpentoad came up with such excellent ideas that kept all the Niblings safe. A very quick book to read and totally awesome pictures. Description of the characters definitely portrayed the characters in the pictures. Thanks for giving me a chance to have read such an adventure...
Nimpentoad is a delightful tale that will have fantasy fans everywhere high-fiving. The pacing is pitch-perfect, and the strong emphasis on community and leadership never comes across as didactic.The protagonist Nimpentoad represents everything we want ourselves and our leaders to be: smart, resourceful, innovative and kind. I highly recommend this book to teachers and parents as a read-aloud for kids in kindergarten through fifth grade.
I loved this book and found the story very well written, although as it is a children's book, I found the names of the creatures quite hard & confusing. Even as an adult (all be it a dyslexic one) I had to keep checking who was the baddy.
The art work is brilliant, even if reading it on a kindle made it hard to see :( I would love to see the whole book in printed format with colour pictures which will keep most kids gripped.
The art work is brilliant, even if reading it on a kindle made it hard to see :( I would love to see the whole book in printed format with colour pictures which will keep most kids gripped.
This is a short, illustrated fantasy book for young children. I reviewed a kindle version of this book which I don’t recommend if you want to appreciate the detail and artistry of the illustrations of the Niblings and the strange and dangerous creatures they encounter on their quest to see the Giant. It’s a simple story that I can see engaging children, especially with the aid of the illustrations, and I found the main character, Nimpentoad, to be a strong, smart and likable hero to lead his peo...more
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Henry Herz’s love of the fantasy genre began in elementary school with Where the Wild Things Are and The Lord of the Rings, and continued with playing Dungeons & Dragons and Warhammer. Struck by inspiration one day, Henry began a fun project with his two bright young sons, who share his joy of entering the magical realms of fantasy. Together, they wrote this tale. By day, Henry is a management...more
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