{"product_id":"tom-gates-genius-ideas-mostly-1","title":"Tom Gates Genius Ideas (mostly) by L. Pichon","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"140\" class=\"\"\u003eBook Summary:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem] bg-[#FCECC1] dark:bg-[#64572A]\"\u003e\"Tom Gates: Genius Ideas (Mostly)\" is the fourth book in the \u003cem data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"76\"\u003eTom Gates\u003c\/em\u003e series by British author and illustrator \u003cstrong data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"132\"\u003eLiz Pichon\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eThis installment continues to follow the humorous and relatable adventures of Tom Gates, a 10-year-old boy who chronicles his daily life through a combination of doodles, stories, and observations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"222\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eIn this book, Tom navigates a series of amusing challenges and events:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"224\" data-end=\"560\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"224\" data-end=\"336\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"336\" class=\"\"\u003eSports Day Anticipation: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eTom dreads the upcoming school Sports Day, especially with his father training for the parents' race and planning to wear eye-catching cycling shorts, adding to Tom's embarrassment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"451\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"451\" class=\"\"\u003eTalent Show Preparations: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eAlongside his friends Derek and Norman, Tom is eager to participate in the school talent show with their band, DogZombies. Their preparations are filled with comedic mishaps and the looming threat of their classmate Marcus's interference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"560\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"560\" class=\"\"\u003eFamily Surprises: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eTom is taken aback by unexpected family developments, including seeing his older sister Delia without her usual sunglasses and his father's newfound enthusiasm for fitness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"687\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eThe book is richly illustrated with Tom's characteristic doodles, enhancing the storytelling and providing a visual insight into his world.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eIt's a delightful read that captures the essence of childhood experiences, from familial embarrassments to the excitement of school events.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"710\" class=\"\"\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"956\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"14\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eLiz Pichon\u003c\/strong\u003e (born August 16, 1963, in London, England) is a renowned British author and illustrator, best known for creating the \u003cem data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"143\"\u003eTom Gates\u003c\/em\u003e series.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eShe pursued graphic design at the Camberwell School of Art and initially worked as an art director before transitioning to children's literature.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eHer \u003cem data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"15\"\u003eTom Gates\u003c\/em\u003e books have achieved remarkable success, selling over 16.5 million copies worldwide and being translated into 44 languages.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eThe series has also received several awards, including the Roald Dahl Funny Prize and the Blue Peter Book Award.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1043\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003e\"Tom Gates: Genius Ideas (Mostly)\" exemplifies Liz Pichon's talent for combining humor, relatable scenarios, and engaging illustrations, making it a favorite among young readers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Refurbished","offer_id":44273199579393,"sku":"2SWKW7THD-Refurbished","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/products\/download-2022-11-10T020733.514.jpg?v=1668074876","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/tom-gates-genius-ideas-mostly-1","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}