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The Tiger's Egg
Herman the tiger is grumpy because of all the noisy neighbors around him at the zoo.
But when a defenseless little egg falls into his lap, suddenly the cranky cat’s mood changes.
A playful celebration of family, our wonderful differences, and the transformative power of love.
But when a defenseless little egg falls into his lap, suddenly the cranky cat’s mood changes.
A playful celebration of family, our wonderful differences, and the transformative power of love.
32 pages, Hardcover
Published September 4, 2018
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September 3, 2018
I really liked the bold colours of the illustrations in this book. Just gorgeous! The story was a little light, but it makes for a quick read with a little absurd humour there to keep the kiddos giggling. I found the ending a bit abrupt, but I don't think most kids would mind at all.
Thank you to NetGalley and NorthSouth Books Inc. for providing me with a DRC of this book.
Thank you to NetGalley and NorthSouth Books Inc. for providing me with a DRC of this book.
October 24, 2018
When a tiny egg falls into his enclosure at the zoo, Herman the tiger, who has been feeling out of sorts all day, decides to care for it. When his egg eventually hatches, the solicitous Herman begins to raise his little "tiger-bird," even teaching him how to roar. But what will happen when the baby bird roars at a hungry pelican...?
Originally published in Switzerland as Das Tigerei, this charming picture-book looks to be the first title from German author/artist Nele Brönner to be made available in English. I'm glad that it was, as both story and artwork is quite appealing. The cross-species adoption story is not so uncommon, in the world of children's books, but Brönner's take is sensitive and original. She doesn't try to elide the differences between her tigrine and avian characters, nor does she hide the fact that there may be problems ahead for this unusual family (even if Herman does put off dealing with any issues, at the close of the story). The artwork is colorful and full of humor. The scene in which Herman is teaching the chick how to roar, and he blows him straight out of his next, had me chuckling! Recommended to anyone in the market for entertaining new picture-books featuring animal characters.
Originally published in Switzerland as Das Tigerei, this charming picture-book looks to be the first title from German author/artist Nele Brönner to be made available in English. I'm glad that it was, as both story and artwork is quite appealing. The cross-species adoption story is not so uncommon, in the world of children's books, but Brönner's take is sensitive and original. She doesn't try to elide the differences between her tigrine and avian characters, nor does she hide the fact that there may be problems ahead for this unusual family (even if Herman does put off dealing with any issues, at the close of the story). The artwork is colorful and full of humor. The scene in which Herman is teaching the chick how to roar, and he blows him straight out of his next, had me chuckling! Recommended to anyone in the market for entertaining new picture-books featuring animal characters.
May 20, 2018
This book starts off quite promising. It was a funny, entertaining tale with gorgeous vibrant illustrations. Seeing this little bird being cuddled by the big, scary tiger was adorable. It is similar to a fable where nurture turns this little bird into a scary tiger bird and the miserable tiger softens when taking care of this small dependent animal. My biggest issue was that the story suddenly ends. I tried to turn the page only to find out there was no more. Not sure if I would recommend this one or not. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book via Netgalley.
May 6, 2018
A tiger in a zoo, finds an egg, hatches it, builds a nest for it, and raises it for his own. The baby bird is told he is a cross between a tiger and a bird, known as a tiger bird. Herman, the tiger, teaches his little bird to roar to protect himself, and roar he does, as shown below.
A cute enough story. Not sure of the point, other than perhaps you can be whatever you want to be, even if you are a bird? It seemed to be over very quickly, which is sometimes how it is with picture books.
Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review.
A cute enough story. Not sure of the point, other than perhaps you can be whatever you want to be, even if you are a bird? It seemed to be over very quickly, which is sometimes how it is with picture books.
Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review.
May 16, 2018
The colors and illustrations for this children's book about a bored tiger who adopts a baby bird are absolutely gorgeous. Children who love animals, especially tigers, should enjoy this. However, the book ends rather abruptly and doesn't fully explain how the baby bird escaped from the pelican. Parents and caregivers with good imaginations can help children fill in the blanks.
May 9, 2018
A funny quirky and very entertaining tale, told with such a magical flair, it held me captivated to the end, a book to bring a smile to any kid’s face, they would have a good laugh while reading along. This book is highly entertaining with its fun illustrations which are vibrant and eye-catching. A mishap with a twist, a fun kids book which teaches them about caring for others even though they are way different than themselves.
May 22, 2018
A disgruntled tiger gets hit on the head, but loses his anger when he sees it’s an egg. Immediately he decides he’ll take care of it, then the bird which hatches from it. Eventually the little avian thinks it’s a tiger too, putting it in a dangerous situation that mirrors the opening page quite nicely.
This tiger is the old grumpy man—uncle, neighbor, etc—who secretly gives you candy when your mom’s not looking (not in a creepy way). Though it regrets letting the bird pretend to be something it’s not, he’s kind enough to let it lie till the next morning, allowing the small creature to bask in its victory. The tiger doesn’t want anyone to know about this quirk in his personality, never noticing the toucan and monkey are hanging above him, watching everything.
The artwork is rudimentary—wish the bird could have been done better—but otherwise serviceable.
3.5 pushed up to 4/5
This tiger is the old grumpy man—uncle, neighbor, etc—who secretly gives you candy when your mom’s not looking (not in a creepy way). Though it regrets letting the bird pretend to be something it’s not, he’s kind enough to let it lie till the next morning, allowing the small creature to bask in its victory. The tiger doesn’t want anyone to know about this quirk in his personality, never noticing the toucan and monkey are hanging above him, watching everything.
The artwork is rudimentary—wish the bird could have been done better—but otherwise serviceable.
3.5 pushed up to 4/5
July 16, 2019
The Tiger’s Egg is stunningly beautiful and a charming tale of how finding a bird’s egg transforms a bad-humored tiger. I loved it! 5/5
Thank you NetGalley and North South Books Inc. for the ARC. Opinions are mine alone.
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Thank you NetGalley and North South Books Inc. for the ARC. Opinions are mine alone.
#TheTiger'sEgg #NetGalley
August 30, 2018
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I read The Tiger’s Egg with my animal obsessed 2-year-old cousin, which if you keep up with my reviews you know I nanny for my aunt watching him and his 7-month-old little sister. That means we have read many and I mean many children’s books together. Reading with him is really, what got me into writing children’s book reviews all together. I started to see how different they all were, and I wanted to give parents a way to weed out the bad ones, and find those hidden treasures. When my animal obsessed 2-year-old cousin heard the title The Tiger’s Egg that was all it took. I mean it is his two favorite things tigers and a mystery egg. Truthfully, I think he was more excited to see what was going to hatch out of that egg than anything else.
The Tigers Egg is a story about Herman a tiger who is somewhat grumpy and a little bit of a loner at this zoo, when one day an egg literally hits him on the head. An egg that soon becomes a bird really changes Herman. What was once a grumpy loner tiger becomes this very loving and protective caretaker. I liked this book because it was very simple, nothing too complex or riddled with large amounts of characters. The illustrations in this book were also gorgeous, bright, colorful, and expressive. Little kids who are not old enough to understand the story will still find these pages memorizing.
The reason I did not give this book a perfect rating is a noticeable theme in other reviews as well as in mine, and it has to do with the abrupt ending. One second you feel like the book is building to something and the next second you are reading the words “the end.” you just can’t help but feel like something is missing. I wanted the theme of "the transformative power of love" to be way clearer. Kid’s especially small kids need the message to really be clear for it not to get lost on them. I think if the book could have given us just a little more we would have gotten there completely.
If your little ones love animals, I think the pictures alone will make this a great addition in your household. I mean how many of us can resist an unlikely friendship like this one anyways? It is sure to have you swooning in no time.
I received this ARC from NetGalley.com
Make sure you add it to your Want to Read shelf!
I read The Tiger’s Egg with my animal obsessed 2-year-old cousin, which if you keep up with my reviews you know I nanny for my aunt watching him and his 7-month-old little sister. That means we have read many and I mean many children’s books together. Reading with him is really, what got me into writing children’s book reviews all together. I started to see how different they all were, and I wanted to give parents a way to weed out the bad ones, and find those hidden treasures. When my animal obsessed 2-year-old cousin heard the title The Tiger’s Egg that was all it took. I mean it is his two favorite things tigers and a mystery egg. Truthfully, I think he was more excited to see what was going to hatch out of that egg than anything else.
The Tigers Egg is a story about Herman a tiger who is somewhat grumpy and a little bit of a loner at this zoo, when one day an egg literally hits him on the head. An egg that soon becomes a bird really changes Herman. What was once a grumpy loner tiger becomes this very loving and protective caretaker. I liked this book because it was very simple, nothing too complex or riddled with large amounts of characters. The illustrations in this book were also gorgeous, bright, colorful, and expressive. Little kids who are not old enough to understand the story will still find these pages memorizing.
The reason I did not give this book a perfect rating is a noticeable theme in other reviews as well as in mine, and it has to do with the abrupt ending. One second you feel like the book is building to something and the next second you are reading the words “the end.” you just can’t help but feel like something is missing. I wanted the theme of "the transformative power of love" to be way clearer. Kid’s especially small kids need the message to really be clear for it not to get lost on them. I think if the book could have given us just a little more we would have gotten there completely.
If your little ones love animals, I think the pictures alone will make this a great addition in your household. I mean how many of us can resist an unlikely friendship like this one anyways? It is sure to have you swooning in no time.
I received this ARC from NetGalley.com
June 4, 2018
This delightful book will pull at your heartstrings. A crotchety tiger named Herman is in a very bad mood. He lives in a zoo and his neighbours are driving him crazy trying to show which one of them is strongest so Herman retreats to the roof of his tiger house to find some peace and quiet. Plink!! Something falls from the sky and hits him on the head. Oh my! He discovers it's not his neighbours slinging pebbles at him but it's an egg. How curious!
Little by little crusty Herman's heart starts to melt as he begins nurturing this little egg to fruition. He tenderly wraps his soft, furry tail around it to give it warmth and comfort.
He proceeds to build a nest, collecting pieces of straw. He even goes so far as to pluck the softest hairs form his chest to make a soft cushion for inside. He protects it more by pushing it under a bush so he can trot off to have his breakfast. On his return he finds the egg is in hatching mode and finds himself in a state of both disbelief and excitement. A baby bird with big feet emerges from the shell and immediately has his beak open wanting food.
Herman's parental skills kick in and he goes off to hunt for food for his little charge. He gathers grasshoppers, beetles, larvae, caterpillars, flies, worms, spiders and a tick. He teaches the tiny. bird the art of self-defence by showing him how to roar ferociously. He calls the sweet hatchling his little tiger bird.
This book is a testament to the power of love and the profound difference it can make in both parties involved despite their differences. The colour pallet is one of celebration and is a party of vibrant colours, emotions and activity. It teaches kids that caring for others is very important in our world and reaching out to others can literally sustain and change lives. I highly recommend this book.
Little by little crusty Herman's heart starts to melt as he begins nurturing this little egg to fruition. He tenderly wraps his soft, furry tail around it to give it warmth and comfort.
He proceeds to build a nest, collecting pieces of straw. He even goes so far as to pluck the softest hairs form his chest to make a soft cushion for inside. He protects it more by pushing it under a bush so he can trot off to have his breakfast. On his return he finds the egg is in hatching mode and finds himself in a state of both disbelief and excitement. A baby bird with big feet emerges from the shell and immediately has his beak open wanting food.
Herman's parental skills kick in and he goes off to hunt for food for his little charge. He gathers grasshoppers, beetles, larvae, caterpillars, flies, worms, spiders and a tick. He teaches the tiny. bird the art of self-defence by showing him how to roar ferociously. He calls the sweet hatchling his little tiger bird.
This book is a testament to the power of love and the profound difference it can make in both parties involved despite their differences. The colour pallet is one of celebration and is a party of vibrant colours, emotions and activity. It teaches kids that caring for others is very important in our world and reaching out to others can literally sustain and change lives. I highly recommend this book.
May 30, 2018
I was initially drawn to this book because of the cover illustration. It's bold and bright and I immediately loved it. I downloaded it to my Kindle, but had a feeling I wasn't doing the book justice, so I downloaded the PDF and WHOA. The inside illustrations are mind blowingly gorgeous. They're so bold and the style is so unique. This is one of those books you but on one of those ledge shelves because it's a work of art.
This book would land best with an older child audience. Ana (age 5) would be able to grasp the concepts in the book and enjoy the subtleties that make it a good read. At 31 total pages, it reads smoothly with a great flow. It never felt choppy. The imagery in the text and word choices weren't forced and the personalities of Herman the Tiger and the little bird were well rounded and complete.
The one and only complaint I would have with this book that keeps it from being a 5-star-er for me is it felt too short! I know children's authors are advised to stay under a certain number of pages, but this one could have used a few more to completely tie up the book. I fully expected a different ending and was disappointed with the current one being so abrupt.
This book would land best with an older child audience. Ana (age 5) would be able to grasp the concepts in the book and enjoy the subtleties that make it a good read. At 31 total pages, it reads smoothly with a great flow. It never felt choppy. The imagery in the text and word choices weren't forced and the personalities of Herman the Tiger and the little bird were well rounded and complete.
The one and only complaint I would have with this book that keeps it from being a 5-star-er for me is it felt too short! I know children's authors are advised to stay under a certain number of pages, but this one could have used a few more to completely tie up the book. I fully expected a different ending and was disappointed with the current one being so abrupt.
September 28, 2018
*I received a copy of this ebook via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review*
My Rating: 2 Stars
The Tiger's Egg is about Herman, the tiger, who lives in a Zoo. One day, while in his enclosure, Herman is hit on the head by an egg. Curious as to where it came from, he takes the egg, builds a nest, and when a baby bird hatches, he raises it as his own.
The Tiger's Egg is a beautifully illustrated book. The pictures are quite eye-catching, but in the end the story fell flat. The story feels unfinished and I would've like a more straightforward ending. So many questions remained unanswered, such as; what became of the baby bird and tiger? Did Herman get around to telling the baby bird that it isn't a tiger and bigger animals can be a threat?
All in all. I think kids will enjoy the illustrations, but I'm not so sure the story will hold their attention.
My Rating: 2 Stars
The Tiger's Egg is about Herman, the tiger, who lives in a Zoo. One day, while in his enclosure, Herman is hit on the head by an egg. Curious as to where it came from, he takes the egg, builds a nest, and when a baby bird hatches, he raises it as his own.
The Tiger's Egg is a beautifully illustrated book. The pictures are quite eye-catching, but in the end the story fell flat. The story feels unfinished and I would've like a more straightforward ending. So many questions remained unanswered, such as; what became of the baby bird and tiger? Did Herman get around to telling the baby bird that it isn't a tiger and bigger animals can be a threat?
All in all. I think kids will enjoy the illustrations, but I'm not so sure the story will hold their attention.
February 16, 2019
So, a tiny bird who identifies as a tiger because a tiger is its foster parent almost gets killed. It delusionally believes it frightened the other, larger bird. And...the end?
Is this supposed to be a lesson for parents: let your kids believe whatever they want, even if it can hurt them, because telling them the truth would hurt their self-esteem and give them identity crises?
Funny, oddball story and bright illustrations. But, I'm waiting for some kind of resolution, like the tiger fessing up and saving the bird from tragedy or a dead bird being gulped down by mister pelican as foster dad covers his eyes.
Morbid-- I know. But, the cliffhanger conclusion leaves this as the eventual fate of poor, duped tiger bird.
Is this supposed to be a lesson for parents: let your kids believe whatever they want, even if it can hurt them, because telling them the truth would hurt their self-esteem and give them identity crises?
Funny, oddball story and bright illustrations. But, I'm waiting for some kind of resolution, like the tiger fessing up and saving the bird from tragedy or a dead bird being gulped down by mister pelican as foster dad covers his eyes.
Morbid-- I know. But, the cliffhanger conclusion leaves this as the eventual fate of poor, duped tiger bird.
May 3, 2018
I thought to get a lot more out of this. Yes, the visuals are lovely, but as for the story… A tiger who lives in a zoo (even if the script never specifies that, we're just left to guess) finds a small egg in his territory, and overnight manages to rear a little bird, who instantly thinks it too has the power of the biggest of big cats. It's supposed to be a fable regarding nurture over nature – that where we come from is no proof of where we're going – but some implausibility, and a really sudden stop to the book without a real end, means I can't recommend it. One and a half stars.
August 21, 2021
A tiger finds itself the sole carer for a tiny blue egg that drops on its head. Tiger decides to keep it very safe. When the egg hatches out comes a tiny, fluffy little bird with very long legs. Tiger feeds the creature bugs and teaches it to roar. The fluffy bird begins to think it's a tiger as well. So when a pelican wanders past, the bird thinks its tiny little roar is what shoos the bigger bird away. In reality the little bird just walked back into the enclosure in time.
A good book about encouraging individuality and finding oneself in the process of learning about physical limitations.
A good book about encouraging individuality and finding oneself in the process of learning about physical limitations.
June 10, 2018
I received an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.
This book has a beautifully done cover and the art inside continues to captivate the reader. However, the story starts off promising then quickly takes a sudden end. I didn't feel like I read a complete story and that well may be the case. I hope that there is more to this book once it has hit shelves, but for now I do not recommend reading this book unless you want something with well done illustrations.
This book has a beautifully done cover and the art inside continues to captivate the reader. However, the story starts off promising then quickly takes a sudden end. I didn't feel like I read a complete story and that well may be the case. I hope that there is more to this book once it has hit shelves, but for now I do not recommend reading this book unless you want something with well done illustrations.
May 2, 2018
This one was so funny! I think even littles will get the humor of a small bird, adopted by a tiger, thinking it will grow up to be a tiger, too! The story isn't very long and I hope it will have a sequel. The illustrations were really cute!
I received a Kindle ARC in exchange for a fair review from Netgalley.
I received a Kindle ARC in exchange for a fair review from Netgalley.
December 31, 2018
Tiger finds a tiny egg and cares for it himself. He watches as a little bird hatches and thinks it looks a little bit like a tiger. He feeds it and cares for it. He teaches it to roar, but is worried that the little bird will get into trouble pretending to be a tiger. The little bird isn't afraid of anything and Tiger decides to wait to tell him that he really isn't a tiger.
September 25, 2018
This book reminds me of Guji-guji, an animal hatches from an egg, but the adult near it isn't it's parent.
The story line is a bit stilted, with an abrupt ending, very awkward.
The illustrations are colorful in a yellow, green and orange way.
The story line is a bit stilted, with an abrupt ending, very awkward.
The illustrations are colorful in a yellow, green and orange way.
October 17, 2018
Love, love, love, love, love this story. The illustrations, the storyline, Herman and little Tiger. Terrific read-a-loud or one-on-one, this engaging tale of a tiger and a bird is delightful. The illustrations were fun and bright - my co-worker and I had a great fun looking at the little details.
December 13, 2018
Stunningly gorgeous illustrations. The story drew me in but then sort of ended and fell of a cliff, which is quite common for children’s books to be fair. Definitely worth a read, for the illustrations alone.
December 29, 2018
I am a sucker for darling little birds in books. This bird is ADORABLE little fluff with long legs!
The end actually had me wishing for more....when is tomorrow tiger? I would love to open up another book to the adventures of this newly hatched tiger cub.
The end actually had me wishing for more....when is tomorrow tiger? I would love to open up another book to the adventures of this newly hatched tiger cub.
June 15, 2020
I received a free ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
This book has beautiful, vibrant pictures. The story is light and flows well. There are some parts that will make the kids giggle and probably even want to read it again.
This book has beautiful, vibrant pictures. The story is light and flows well. There are some parts that will make the kids giggle and probably even want to read it again.
May 6, 2018
Review to follow
October 11, 2018
Herman the Tiger takes care of an egg after it falls on his head. Once the bird hatches, it tries to act like Herman. Cute friendship, but ending isn't resolved enough for my liking.
October 24, 2018
I thought the ending was a little too abrupt, but liked the story for the most part and loved the illustrations. It just needed something more at the end.
January 8, 2019
I wasn't so sure about the book as I began to read it. But the further along it went, the more I loved it. The story is about love.
December 31, 2019
Loved it! A grumpy old tiger learns to be a parent and it’s very charming and sweet.
March 18, 2022
I tried to unstick and additional page or two at the end because the story felt unresolved, but that was all there was.
October 31, 2020
Der Tiger Herrmann findet ein Tigerei. Überraschend schlüpft das Ei und Herrmann ist plötzlich für den kleinen Vogel verantwortlich. Der hält sich für einen Tiger und hat keine Angst vor nichts! Herrmann bleibt das Herz stehn...
Ein lustiges Buch darüber, Verantwortung zu übernehmen und Angst für andere zu lassen zu können und Freiräume lassen zu können.
Ein lustiges Buch darüber, Verantwortung zu übernehmen und Angst für andere zu lassen zu können und Freiräume lassen zu können.
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