John's Whistle

Name: John's Whistle
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SKU: 9788415784128
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By Lili Ferreiros

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Summary

John's Whistle by Lili Ferreiros is a delightful children's tale about a young boy named John who discovers the magical potential of a simple whistle. Throughout the story, he embarks on adventures that teach him about friendship, courage, and the wonders of imagination. The book beautifully captures the innocence of childhood while imparting valuable life lessons in a captivating way.
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John's Whistle

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This delightful children's book might capture your imagination if you enjoy heartwarming stories about friendship and adventure. It weaves a charming tale with whimsical illustrations, perfect for young readers who love exploring the magic hidden in everyday life.

Winner at the 2014 Living Now Book AwardsA tale full of tenderness that touches the heart, reminding us that music is the true language of the soul, and that our differences can be solved through good intentions and friendship.Guided Reading Level: N, Lexile Level: 940L

Description

John's Whistle by Lili Ferreiros is a heartwarming story that captures the unique way a young boy communicates with the world around him.

Winner of the Children's Picture Book Bronze (tie) at the 2013 Living Now Book Awards, this delightful book introduces us to John, who is different from other children. While others began learning how to speak, John chose a distinctive method of expression.

As he grew older, John communicated his needs and emotions through whistling. He developed a variety of whistles for different situations: a gentle whistle to call for attention, a louder whistle when he was hungry, and an even louder one if something scared him.

This beautifully illustrated picture book offers a unique perspective on communication and understanding, making it a wonderful addition to any child's collection.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9788415784128

Publisher: Cuento de Luz SL

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 November 2013

Country: Spain

Imprint: Cuento de Luz SL

Illustration: colour illustrations

Contributors:

Illustrated by Sonja Wimmer
Translated by Jon Brokenbrow

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 234.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 396g

Pages: 32

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Lili Ferreiros Young Adult

About the Author

Award-winning author Lili Ferreiros is a journalist and social sciences teacher born in Buenos Aires. Her goal as an author is to write books focused on vulnerable childhoods, sharing the discovery of beauty that explodes even in those places where darkness overpowers the light. Her work has been published both nationally and internationally.

Sonja Wimmer loves painting pictures and telling stories. After studying and working for some years as a graphic designer in her hometown of Munich and Brussels, she decided to pack her suitcase and move to Barcelona to study Illustration at the Llotja Arts and Crafts School. Since then, she lives between brushes and stories, working as an illustrator and freelance for publishers and other customers worldwide. She has received many awards for her work in the United States, most notably Gold Medal for Best Illustrator for The Word Collector.