Kitchi
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Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 2021 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

Kitchi

Written by Alana Robson · Illustrated by Julia Sarapata de Carvalho

A boy's magical necklace leads him on an adventure to reconnect with his lost brother.

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32 pages· 581 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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Six-year-old Forrest clings to a necklace that reminds him of his late brother, Kitchi. When the necklace magically comes to life, Forrest embarks on an enchanting journey through nature, meeting a mysterious fox who becomes his guide and friend. As he navigates this magical world, Forrest discovers the enduring power of brotherhood and the comfort of memories. Will this adventure help him find peace and understanding in his grief?

From the publisher

Fans of A Shelter for Sadness, The Invisible String, The Memory Tree and Grandad’s Island will absolutely love Kitchi: The Spirit Fox. If you are looking for an emotional book that deals with the topic of death and grief, in a sensitive way that children can understand. Kitchi: The Spirit Fox is the perfect addition to your child’s bookshelf.As well as being an emotional and memorable story of loss and the power of brotherhood. Kitchi: The Spirit Fox is also a fun adventure story filled with beautiful nature and animals on every page. The book has been lovingly illustrated by the renowned and award-winning Polish illustrator Julia Sarapata De Carvalho who has crafted incredibly beautiful images brimming with magic on every page. “He is forever and ever here in spirit”An adventure. A magic necklace. Brotherhood. Six-year-old Forrest feels lost now that his big brother Kitchi is no longer here. He misses him every day and clings onto a necklace that reminds him of Kitchi. One day, the necklace comes to life. Forrest is taken on a magical adventure, where he meets a colourful cast of characters, including a beautiful, yet mysterious fox, who soon becomes his best friend. www.kitchithespiritfox.com

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
581
Reading age
3–8
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about cultureBooks about race and ethnicityBooks about lossBooks about magicBooks about brothers
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Book details

Publication
Published
January 30, 2021
Publisher
Banana Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781800493063

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