The Great Googly Moogly
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2013

The Great Googly Moogly

By Courtney Dicmas

Part of the Child's Play Library series

Can Stella catch the legendary fish, The Great Googly Moogly, and what then?

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32 pages
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Stella is determined to catch the legendary fish, The Great Googly Moogly. With her fishing gear and unwavering spirit, she braves all weather to achieve her dream. But as she edges closer to success, she must confront the deeper question: what happens if she actually catches it? This tale explores ambition, responsibility, and our connection to nature, challenging Stella to consider her place in the world and the impact of her actions. Will she fulfill her dream, or discover something more profound along the way?

From the publisher

Nobody has ever been able to catch The Great Googly Moogly – a giant and terrifying fish of legend. But Stella aims to do just that. Armed with fishing gear and differing baits, she sets out every day to realise her dream, whatever the weather. But what will she do if she succeeds?Courtney Dicmas’s latest book features a strong and spirited character determined to achieve her goal, but it also reflects our responsibilities to other creatures, and our place in the natural world.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
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Book details

Publication
Published
January 1, 2014
First published
April 1, 2013
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781846436390

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