Mabel and the Mountain

Written & illustrated by Kim Hillyard

A tiny fly with big dreams defies doubt to conquer mountains and make unlikely friends.

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32 pages

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Mabel, a determined little fly, dreams of climbing mountains, hosting grand dinners, and befriending sharks. Despite her friends' doubts, Mabel's unwavering belief in herself propels her forward. Can she prove that size doesn't limit ambition? Join Mabel on her adventurous journey, where confidence and perseverance are her greatest allies. Will she achieve her Big Plans, or will the challenges prove too great? Discover the power of believing in yourself with Mabel's inspiring tale.

From the publisher

Meet Mabel, a small fly with Big Plans! Mabel is determined to do the following: 1. Climb a mountain2. Host a dinner party3. Make friends with a shark Mabel’s friends aren’t being very helpful, but Mabel knows the truth about Big Plans: Don’t listen to those who say you cannot. Listen to those who say you can! So, even though a mountain is very, very high and Mabel is very, very small, she knows she shouldn’t give up. And even though it might have been easier to fly up a tree, Mabel knows that she needs to keep going and climb. Mabel is the best little fly to show readers big and small that there is nothing more important than the power of confidence and believing in yourself! WINNER of the 2020 Sainsbury’s Children’s Book Awards!

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