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The Rainbow Fish

By Marcus Pfister
Series: Rainbow Fish
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The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister is a heartwarming children's book about a beautiful fish with shimmering scales. Initially proud and reluctant to share his beauty, the Rainbow Fish learns the importance of friendship and the joy of giving. Through his journey, he discovers that happiness comes from genuine connections and sharing with others.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This beautifully illustrated children's book may appeal to you if you value stories that teach about the importance of sharing and friendship. The vibrant artwork and enchanting tale deliver a meaningful message in a way that's enjoyable for both kids and adults.

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The Rainbow Fish

The Rainbow Fish, with his shimmering scales, is the most beautiful fish in the ocean. But he is proud and vain and none of the other fish want to be his friend - until he learns to give away some of his most prized possessions.

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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 Bologna Book Fair Critici in Erba Prize

American Bookseller ABBY Award Winner

An IRA-CBC Children's Choice

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Rainbow Fish, by Marcus Pfister, has been praised for its enchanting illustrations and compelling message about sharing and kindness. Reviews highlight its vibrant artwork and simple text, which effectively teach children about the joy of generosity. Some reviews mention that while the moral is clear and effective, it tends to be quite straightforward, suiting younger audiences perfectly.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9783314015441

Publisher: North-South Books (Nord-Sud Verlag AG)

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 February 2007

Country: Switzerland

Imprint: North-South Books (Nord-Sud Verlag AG)

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Marcus Pfister

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 215.0mm

Height: 287.0mm

Weight: 190g

Pages: 32

Collections

Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Evie's Cat-alogue Marcus Pfister Series: Rainbow Fish

About the Author

Marcus Pfister was born in Bern, Switzerland. After studying at the Art School of Bern, he apprenticed as a graphic designer and worked in an advertising agency before becoming self-employed in 1984. His debut picture book, The Sleepy Owl, was published by NorthSouth Books in 1986, but his big breakthrough came six years later with The Rainbow Fish. Today Marcus has illustrated over fifty books, which have been translated into more than fifty languages and received countless international awards. He lives with his wife, Debora, and his children in Bern.

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