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Star for Mama, a

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Star for Mama, a by Ashling Kwok is a heartwarming children's story about a young child's quest to capture a falling star as a gift for their mother. Through this enchanting adventure, the tale explores themes of love, determination and the magic of imagination, as the child learns about the beauty of the world and the power of the bond with their mother.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you appreciate heartwarming stories that celebrate family bonds and the magic of childhood wonder. With beautifully illustrated pages and an endearing narrative, it offers a touching tale that both children and parents can enjoy together. Perfect for bedtime reading and sparking a child's imagination.

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Star for Mama, a

A baby penguin tries to catch a shooting star for his mama’s birthday, but gets lost along the way. Will Kip ever get the chance to show his mama how much he loves her? Find out in this charming story that celebrates the power of love and the special bond between mother and child.

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A baby penguin wants to show his mama how much he loves her, so he tries to catch a shooting star for her birthday. Kip chases the star as fast as he can, but it disappears before he gets close. Determined to find the star, Kip continues on, but soon finds himself lost in a strange place surrounded by scary creatures. Will Kip ever get the chance to show his mama how much she means to him? Find out in this charming story that celebrates the power of love and the special bond between mother and child.

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Star for Mama, a by Ashling Kwok beautifully captures the special bond between mother and child, celebrating the joys found in simple moments together. The book is described as ideal for shared reading time, offering a comforting and magical experience featuring delightful characters, including a penguin and the enchanting presence of a caring mother.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780648964131

Publisher: Little Pink Dog Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 October 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: Little Pink Dog Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Kathy Creamer

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 253.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 385g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Ashling Kwok is a children’s author who has been published by Little Pink Dog Books, EK Books and Yellow Brick Books. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and a Diploma in Editing and Publishing. Ashling is a CBCA committee member and is represented by the Creative Kids Tales Speakers Agency. Kathy Creamer is an award-winning writer and illustrator of many children’s books. Her work has been published by Oxford University Press, Reed International, and many other publishing houses. Kathy has also written award-winning biographical stories for adults and has created storyboards, written content, and animation for digital productions, as well as toy and puppet designs for educational companies.

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