Giant on the Shore
Giant on the Shore
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Giant on the Shore

Written by Alfonso Ochoa & illustrated by Azul López
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5 - 8
Reading age
32
Page count
May 14, 2024
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A tender fable about overcoming loneliness and welcoming new possibilities. A giant stands on the shore of a secluded city: a place where no trains pass through, where you can hear the sound of birds, and the air smells of bread. What would happen if the giant entered the city? Would the people welcome him? Would they invite him to play in their games? Would they tell him stories and teach him to dance? Would he need lawn mowers to trim his beard and power cables to jump rope? Or would he simply return to the waves?Featuring poignant, acrylic paintings by award-winning illustrator Azul López, Giant on the Shore is a tale of vulnerability and belonging that explores the enormity of self-doubt and the tremendous potential in taking risks.

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culturefeelings and emotionsMexicoself-esteemplaces and regionssocial themesnew experiencesself-esteem and self-reliance

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781945492877
    Publication Date
    May 14, 2024
    Publisher
    Transit Children's Editions
    Original Publication Date
    May 14, 2024
    Page Count
    32
    Reading Age
    5 - 8 years

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