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Rainbow Fish and the Great Escape

Series: Rainbow Fish
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The tenth book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series encourages care and respect for the ocean and its creatures. Rainbow Fish and the Great Escape follows Rainbow Fish and his friends, who have only ever heard stories about the nets that come through... Read More
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The tenth book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series encourages care and respect for the ocean and its creatures.

Rainbow Fish and the Great Escape follows Rainbow Fish and his friends, who have only ever heard stories about the nets that come through and take away shoals of fish from the ocean. Luckily, they’ve never had to experience that danger for themselves.

All is peaceful until one day, Rainbow Fish and his friends come face to face with the trawling net.

Series: Rainbow Fish

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    Nothing is nicer than sharing and giving in this bilingual edition of the beloved classic by Marcus Pfister! NorthSouth Books is proud to partner with bi:libri in a new line of multilingual children’s books. Launching with bilingual editions of The Rainbow Fish in ten languages, and continuing with more unique titles that address universal themes, such as friendship, tolerance, and...
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    Marcus Pfister's award-winning Rainbow Fish is back--""in a brand-new adventure! This time, Rainbow Fish gets lost in an undersea storm and has to find his way back home. Luckily, with the help of some new friends, it isn't long before Rainbow Fish is reunited with his glittering school of fish.
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  • The Rainbow Fish/Bi:libri - Eng/Vietnamese PB
    Nothing is nicer than sharing and giving in this bilingual edition of the beloved classic by Marcus Pfister!NorthSouth Books is proud to partner with bi:libri in a new line of multilingual children’s books. Launching with bilingual editions of The Rainbow Fish in ten languages, and continuing with more unique titles that address universal themes, such as friendship, tolerance, and finding...
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  • The Rainbow Fish: Counting
    One crab, two whales, three sea horses!Rainbow Fish's undersea world is filled with fabulous plants and animals all waiting to be counted, but there’s only one glittering Rainbow Fish! Simple, bold images, reinforced with numerals in appropriate colors on facing pages, make this appealing board book the perfect way to teach very young children the numbers 1 through 10.
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  • Rainbow Fish and the Great Escape
    The tenth book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series encourages care and respect for the ocean and its creatures. Rainbow Fish and the Great Escape follows Rainbow Fish and his friends, who have only ever heard stories about the nets that come through and take away shoals of fish from the ocean. Luckily, they’ve never had to...
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780735845909

Publisher: North-South Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 October 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: North-South Books

Illustration: Full color

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 215.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Marcus Pfister was born in Bern, Switzerland. After studying at art school in Bern, he trained as a graphic artist. His first picture book was published by NordSüd in 1986, but his breakthrough as author and illustrator came in 1992 with the publication of "The Rainbow Fish." Since then he has published more than 60 books, which have been translated into about 65 languages and have won many international awards. He lives with his family in Bern.

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  • The Rainbow Fish
    Eye-catching foil stamping, glittering on every page, offers instant child appeal. However, it is the universal message at the heart of this simple story about a beautiful fish who learns to make friends by sharing his most prized possessions that gives the book its lasting value. The Rainbow Fish has received numerous accolades: A Christopher Award Winner Winner of the...
    By Marcus Pfister
    Paperback
    $1799
    Elsewhere:
    $1999
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    A soft but sturdy little book for the bath.
    By Marcus Pfister
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    Rainbow Fish is a captivating tale that follows the journey of a stunningly beautiful fish, adorned with shimmering, multicoloured scales, as it embarks on an adventure filled with discovery and empathy. This beloved children's book explores the themes of friendship, sharing, and the importance of community in an enchanting undersea setting. Throughout its narrative, young readers will learn the value...
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    By Marcus Pfister
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    Rainbow Fish Board Book by Marcus Pfister is a timeless tale that captures the hearts of young readers with its vibrant illustrations and profound message. This meticulously crafted board book follows the journey of Rainbow Fish, a shimmering sea creature whose unique, beautiful scales make him stand out in the ocean. When his fellow sea creatures ask for one of...
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