The Rainbow Fish/Bi:libri - Eng/Chinese PB

Series: Rainbow Fish
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The Rainbow Fish is a beloved children's story by Marcus Pfister that tells the tale of a beautiful fish with shimmering scales. Through acts of sharing and kindness, the Rainbow Fish learns about friendship and happiness. With charming illustrations and a simple yet powerful message, this book captivates young readers while teaching important life lessons.
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Format: Paperback / softback
$1999
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The Rainbow Fish/Bi:libri - Eng/Chinese PB

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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 finding courage—bringing great stories and second-language learning fun to children around the world.

For over twenty-five years, the little fish with the sparkling scales, who learned to conquer his vanity, has enchanted children and grown-ups all over the world.

A great way to introduce a second language to very young children, be they English- or Chinese-speaking.

“Will fascinate preschoolers.”—Booklist

“A delightful tale.”—Parade

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

Meet Marcus Pfister at www.marcuspfister.ch

Series: Rainbow Fish

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780735843738

Publisher: North-South Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 July 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: North-South Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Marcus Pfister

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 289.0mm

Weight: 189g

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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