Unflappable
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

Unflappable

By Matthew Ward, Scott Magoon (Illustrator)

Three flightless birds strive to fly despite constant failure. Will they soar or surrender?

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32 pages
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Three determined flightless birds dream of soaring through the sky. Despite repeated falls, they refuse to give up. As they face the challenge of flight, will their persistence and hope lead them to success, or will they remain grounded? This heartwarming tale celebrates resilience and the power of 'yet,' inspiring anyone with a dream to keep trying. Join these endearing friends on their journey to defy the odds and discover if they can finally feel the wind beneath their wings.

From the publisher

A witty and uplifting story about perseverance and hope, perfect for fans of The Magical Yet, starring three endearing flightless birds determined to get aloft. Three flightless friends long to feel the wind beneath their wings. So, they try, and try, and try to fly. But all they do is fall, fall, fall. Flying, it turns out, is hard.Will they give up–or get up? Celebrating resiliency, persistence, and the power of “yet,” easy-to-read text and distinctive artwork by award-winning and bestselling illustrator Scott Magoon encourage and inspire readers young and old who aspire to learn a new skill or to make a dream come true.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about birdsBooks about flightBooks about perseveranceBooks about self-esteemBooks about social themes
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Publication
Published
October 17, 2023
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780358400059

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