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We Travel So Far: Small Stories of Incredibly Giant Journeys

We Travel So Far: Small Stories of Incredibly Giant Journeys

by Chris Madden (Illustrator), Laura Knowles (Author), Chris Madden (Illustrator), Laura Knowles (Author)

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    Hardcover 2017

    $22.29
Synopsis

From the epic migration of the huge humpback whale to the unbelievable determination of the tiny hummingbird, come on a trip around the world and learn the story of each animal's migration and the reasons why they travel so very far. This vividly illustrated introduction to animal migration across land, sea, and air looks at the most astonishing journeys undertaken by animals around the world. From wildebeest to butterflies; polar bears to Leatherback turtles, each animal tells its own 'micro story' about its incredible journey across a variety of terrain at different times of the year. Perfect for young animal lovers!

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
 Pages: 64
 Edition: 01
 Publisher: words & pictures
Published: 21 Sep 2017
ISBN 10: 1910277339
ISBN 13: 9781910277331
Children’s book age: 5-7 Years

Media Reviews
'Beautifully informative non-fiction book for young children introducing them to the migration stories of different creatures. Rhythmic repetition in the writing, and stylish full-colour page illustrations combine to create a really pleasing title' * Achuka *
'the reader will be taken on a journey around the world, learning why and how these immense journeys are undertaken. Superbly illustrated... A fascinating book that gives an insight into the wonders of nature.' * Parents in Touch *
'exciting and innovative' * Just Imagine *
'each animal has an instinctive urge to migrate, which is explained wonderfully in this fun read' * Discover Animals magazine *
'What sets this book apart are the splendid illustrations and the fact that the various wildlife speak to us...they issue a warning about climate change.' * Irish Examiner *
'a book which will capture your imagination and set you off on a journey to find out more' * Dolphin Book Blog *
'stunningly creative effects' * CLPE *
Author Bio

Laura Knowles has a background in children's publishing and is the author of We Travel So Far, Once Upon a Jungle, The Coral Kingdom and It Starts with a Seed, winner of the 2017 Margaret Mallett Award for Children's Non-fiction and shortlisted for the UKLA Book Award 2018. Her love of natural history, words and art have drawn her to work on books about animals and nature.

Chris Madden is a Salford-born editorial and lifestyle illustrator. Since graduating from Stockport College with a first-class BA honours degree in Design and Visual arts, his illustrations have appeared in many national magazines and newspapers. He is the illustrator of words & pictures titles We Travel So Far and We Build Our Homes.