Peach & Blue
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1994 · Est. 10 min read-aloud

Peach & Blue

By Sarah S. Kilborne, Steve Johnson (Illustrator), Lou Fancher (Illustrator)

A toad and a peach discover a new world and the power of friendship.

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32 pages· 1,204 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
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A blue-bellied toad and a yearning peach embark on an unexpected journey around a pond, unveiling a world of wonder and friendship. As they explore, they awaken to new perspectives and the enduring power of connection. Will their newfound bond transform their lives forever? Dive into this enchanting tale where adventure meets the heart, beautifully illustrated to capture the magic of discovery.

From the publisher

Illustrated in full color. He is a blue-bellied toad hopping aimlesslythrough life. She is a sad peach yearning for escape and adventure. Then oneremarkable day, Peach and Blue explore the pond that Blue calls home and awakeneach other to a world neither has ever really seen before. Lush illustrationsby the award-winning illustrating team of “The Salamander Room” and “TheFrog Prince, Continued” perfectly complement this unique and graceful story.”The generosity and mutual respect of these two characters serve as a wisereminder of what makes friendship prosper.”– “Booklist.”

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Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
1,204
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about animalsBooks about deathBooks about frogs and toadsBooks about social themes
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Book details

Publication
Published
April 14, 1998
First published
January 1, 1994
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780679890959

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