NEW Little Golden Book - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Follow the Ninja!

Publisher: Golden Books; Illustrated edition (6 January 2015)

Language: English

Hardcover: 24 pages

ISBN-10: 0553512048

ISBN-13: 978-0553512045

Reading age: 2 - 5 years

Dimensions: 17 x 0.5 x 20 cm

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) is one of the most beloved franchises in entertainment history, following the adventures of four turtle brothers - Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, and Michelangelo - who were transformed into humanoid heroes through exposure to radioactive ooze and trained in the art of ninjutsu by their sensei, Master Splinter.

Created by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, the franchise began as a comic book series in 1984 before expanding into various animated series, feature films, video games, and countless merchandise. The characters are known for their distinctive personalities: Leonardo as the leader, Raphael as the hothead, Donatello as the genius, and Michelangelo as the fun-loving party dude.

The Nickelodeon animated series, which debuted in 2012, reimagined the turtles for a new generation while staying true to the franchise's core elements. This series added fresh dimensions to the characters and their world while maintaining the action, humor, and themes of brotherhood that have made TMNT a cultural phenomenon for decades.

"Follow the Ninja" focuses on Leonardo, the blue-masked turtle who serves as the team's leader. Known for his dedication to ninjutsu training, strategic thinking, and unwavering sense of responsibility, Leonardo often faces the dual challenge of battling external threats while keeping his more impulsive brothers focused and working as a team.

The TMNT franchise continues to resonate with audiences of all ages due to its perfect blend of action, humor, friendship, and the timeless appeal of heroes who, despite their differences, come together as a family to protect their city from those who would threaten it.

Character-Focused Story: Centers on Leonardo, the team leader, showcasing his unique challenges and leadership qualities.

Vibrant Illustrations: Features colorful, dynamic artwork that captures the energy and style of the Nickelodeon animated series.

Action-Packed Plot: Presents exciting ninja action in a way that's engaging but appropriate for young readers.

Educational Value: While entertaining, the book helps develop early reading skills and introduces concepts like teamwork, responsibility, and problem-solving.

Age-Appropriate Content: Designed specifically for children ages 2-5, making it perfect for introducing young kids to the TMNT universe.

Collectible Appeal: A must-have for both TMNT enthusiasts and collectors of popular character-based Little Golden Books.

Classic Format: The iconic Little Golden Book design with its distinctive gold spine and high-quality hardcover binding.

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Several of its illustrators later became influential within the children's book industry, including Corinne Malvern, Tibor Gergely, Gustaf Tenggren, Feodor Rojankovsky, Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkin, and Garth Williams.

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