The Wild

Written by Yuval Zommer

A child's voice rises to protect the vulnerable Wild from human greed.

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

In a world where the Wild nurtures all life, humans begin to take more than they need, causing harm. A courageous child steps forward, challenging the imbalance and sparking hope. Can this small voice inspire change and heal the Wild? Discover a modern fable that explores humanity's fragile bond with nature, urging us to protect our precious planet. Through enchanting illustrations and a heartfelt narrative, this tale invites families to discuss the urgent need for environmental stewardship. Will the Wild be saved, or is it too late?

From the publisher

An exquisitely illustrated modern fable about protecting our planet, in which Earth is imagined as a beautiful, precious, and vulnerable creature called the Wild. From the author-illustrator of The Tree That’s Meant to Be. Once upon a time, somewhere not far away, was the Wild. The Wild was huge and giving, and everything from insects to birds to humans made their home in it. At first, people lived lightly and took only what they needed, but when they started to take more, the Wild suffered. But one day, a young child is brave enough to raise their voice . . . In this environmental story told as a fairy tale, author-illustrator Yuval Zommer shares a hopeful and powerful message of healing, well-being, and humanity’s precious and precarious relationship with nature. The magical artwork and sensitively told story will help families have meaningful conversations with young children about the urgency to protect Earth. Look for all of Yuval Zommer’s beautiful nature stories: The Tree That’s Meant to BeA Thing Called SnowThe Lights That Dance in the Night

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