The Rainbow Fish
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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.
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionEye-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
Series: Rainbow Fish
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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.
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
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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