Parachute

Written by Danny Parker · Illustrated by Matt Ottley

A boy must conquer his fear of heights to rescue his cat from a tree.

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32 pages· AD390L

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Bookroo's summary

Toby fears heights, always carrying a parachute for safety. But when his beloved cat gets stuck in a tree, Toby must face his greatest fear to save him. With his parachute in hand, he bravely climbs to the rescue, only to find himself stuck. Can Toby overcome his fear and find a way down? This touching tale explores courage and the power of facing one's fears, inviting readers to join Toby on his heart-pounding adventure.

From the publisher

A heartwarming story about facing your fears Toby doesn’t like heights. That’s why he always carries a parachute with him. His parachute makes him feel safe when he has to climb down from his bunk bed or when he’s playing on the swings. But one day, Toby’s cat gets stuck in a tree, and it’s up to Toby to rescue him. With the help of his parachute, Toby reaches his cat and lowers him safely to the ground. But now Toby is stuck in the tree, unless he can conquer his fears. . . . This compelling book, perfectly complemented by Matt Ottley’s expressive artwork, lends a sympathetic ear to children’s fears while simultaneously assuring readers that they can overcome them.

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