Little Wonder
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2022 · Est. 2 min read-aloud

Little Wonder

By Claire Keane (Illustrator)

A child's journey through fantastical seas tests courage and imagination.

3.7/5 Goodreads · 275 ratings
40 pages· 199 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

Little Wonder embarks on a magical undersea adventure, guided by a mother's love and boundless imagination. As he encounters breathtaking wonders and unexpected friends, he learns that courage and belief can conquer any challenge. Will he embrace the unknown and discover his true potential? Dive into a world where the ocean's depths hold endless possibilities and dreams come alive.

From the publisher

A mama’s wishes for her brave Little Wonder tell a tale as old as time in a whole new world perfect for new graduates, gift-givers, and anyone who wants to share a splash of courage with a loved one. Wake up, Little Wonder! The whole wide world awaits you! A love letter from a mother to her child accompanies him on a journey of unbelievable fantasies. It’s a day full of breathtaking adventures, exciting twists and turns, and unexpected friends. With an imagination stronger than the tide and a mama’s love deeper than the ocean, Little Wonder can do anything he believes he can. And he will! The positive messaging of this book, its gorgeous marine setting, and the gentle, reassuring narration will resonate with parents, grandparents, and children alike, with the universal appeal of undersea adventures setting all imaginations on fire. Adults will be attracted to the book’s encouragement of open-mindedness and determination in the face of uncertainty, and kids will love the lush illustrations and call to fantastical adventures. A BOOK FOR EVERY KIND OF KID: This book will appeal to young readers who love underwater worlds, fantasy and adventure. THE PERFECT GIFT FOR BABY SHOWERS AND GRADUATIONS: Like The Wonderful Things You Will Be but set at sea, this book is the perfect baby shower gift, or preschool or kindergarten graduation present! TIMELY, REASSURING MESSAGE: This sweet story offers an inspiring, reassuring message: we can choose to meet new experiences with flexibility and grit. Young readers will be encouraged to embrace new challenges. A GREAT READ-ALOUD: The positive messages, the gorgeous underwater setting, and the calm, soothing narration will spark imagination and enthrall children at story-time and read-aloud events. YOU ALREADY LOVE CLAIRE KEANE! If you loved Enchanted, Tangled, or Frozen, you’ve been admiring Claire Keane’s work for years. Her family is full of artists–including her grandfather Bil Keane, the creator of Family Circus–and she spent many years in the animation world before becoming an illustrator. AMAZING ART FOR LOVERS OF THE SEA: The art gorgeously captures ocean-floor environments, depicts sea creatures both mythic and real, and evokes the truly unknown, unexplored nature of the sea that makes underwater settings so ripe for adventures and possibilities. Perfect for: - Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents- Educators & Librarians- Kids who love books set underwater

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
199
Reading age
2–5
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD540L
Themes & topics
Books about imaginationBooks about mother-son relationshipsBooks about imagination and playBooks about mother and childBooks about underwater exploration
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.6
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
March 29, 2022
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781797208121

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