Saving the Butterfly: A story about refugees

Name: Saving the Butterfly: A story about refugees
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SKU: 9781406397208
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By Helen Cooper

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Saving the Butterfly by Helen Cooper is a thought-provoking children's book that gently explores the experiences of refugee siblings. After escaping danger and reaching safety, the older sibling struggles with memories and fear, while the younger one finds solace in nurturing a butterfly. This touching story captures themes of recovery, hope, and the healing power of nature amidst traumatic pasts.
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You might enjoy this children's book if you're interested in a heartfelt and beautifully illustrated story that explores themes of resilience, hope, and the refugee experience. Its gentle narrative and engaging characters make it ideal for young readers who seek to understand empathy and courage in the face of adversity.

Saving the Butterfly: A story about refugees

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A poetic, powerful story about a little brother and a big sister finding a new home and new hope after being rescued from a boat lost in the dark sea.

A little brother and his big sister try their best to settle in a new home, where they have nothing left from before except each other. The little one makes new friends and quickly learns to laugh again, but his sister remains haunted by the shadows of their past and hides away in their broken house.

Trying to help his sister, the little one catches a butterfly for her and brings it inside the house. His sister knows that she needs to set the butterfly free... but that would mean going outside.

In taking the first steps to face her fears and save the butterfly, she also begins the process of saving herself.

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Saving the Butterfly: A Story About Refugees by Helen Cooper is celebrated for its exquisite blend of storytelling and illustration. It poignantly portrays the journey of two refugee siblings dealing with loss and the healing power of nature. The book receives acclaim for its tender and resonant narrative, complemented by illustrations that evolve from sombre to vibrant, reflecting the characters' emotional growth.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406397208

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 February 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

Illustrated by Gill Smith

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Helen Cooper is an author and illustrator whose work includes classic titles such as The Bear Under the Stairs, Pumpkin Soup, The Baby Who Wouldn’t Go to Bed and Tatty Ratty. Her books have been translated into 26 languages and won many awards including the Library Association Kate Greenaway Medal – twice.
Whilst working initially as a primary teacher, then within community arts and theatre, Gill Smith pursued illustration and achieved an MA with distinction in Children’s Book Illustration at the Cambridge School of Art. She was shortlisted for the Batsford Illustration prize and a winner of international competition, "Picture This". She illustrated Maria's Island, a retelling of Victoria Hislop's bestselling book, The Island, reimagined for children.

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