The Story of
Girl and Fish
Written and illustrated by Dr Carolina Parada
A book for a healthy planet
Scientist Carolina Parada's debut book, The Story of Girl and Fish, is everything. Set against the rich landscape of Colombia, this brave adventure is about animal rescue, friendship, joyful tears. And wearing yellow socks.
When a special fish is bumped out of a speeding truck, Girl must figure out a way to rescue him. Fish needs salty water to live but there are no solutions to be found in Girl’s kitchen or in her mountain town. Girl and Fish must venture somewhere new …
What's to love?
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An exquisite adventure with a strong multicultural vibe to enrich and expand your little humans' world, while encouraging ecological awareness for the youngest.\
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Fresh and contemporary, the illustrations are bursting with colour and joy, immersing young readers in a changing landscape from mountain to sea
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If you love animals, timeless stories, beautifully crafted books, exquisite illustrations and would like your children to explore the world - we promise you will love this book.
ISBN 9780648 502678
40pp, Hardback
325mm x 235mm x 10mm
'This beautiful environmentally conscious story explores how we might best take care of the animals with which we share our world.
Girl and Fish also invites children to consider how what we might want for others is not necessarily the best thing for them, promoting conversation about the challenges of friendship and unconditional love.’
Megan Daley
'We have read this book so many times I have lost count. Each page is filled with absolute beauty.'
'A book you wish would never end. Enchanting garden, sparkling pond, flora fauna, loveable characters running free, enjoying nature - the story leaves you with a satisfying feeling of inner empowerment.'