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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020
The Weed
By Quentin Blake (Illustrator)
A family trapped underground must trust nature to find their way back.
3.6/5 Goodreads · 114 ratings
32 pages
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Bookroo's summary
The Meadowsweet family is trapped at the bottom of a giant earth crack. With only their pet bird, Octavia, and a magical seed, they embark on a journey to the surface. Can they trust in nature's power to guide them home? This enchanting tale explores discovery, growth, and the faith needed to overcome adversity.
From the publisher
An inspiring fable about the power of nature, encouraging children and adults alike to care for the environment and each other
The members of the Meadowsweet family suddenly and unexpectedly find themselves at the bottom of a giant crack in the earth. With the help of their pet bird, Octavia, and a magical seed, the family goes on a journey to the surface. A charming, fantastical story about discovery, the potential for growth, the power of an idea, and the importance of having faith in the nature and the world around us.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
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The fine print
Book details
Publication
- Published
- September 15, 2020
- First published
- September 29, 2020
- Publisher
- Tate
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781849766883
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