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Flipper and Finnegan - The True Story of How Tiny Jumpers Saved Little Penguins

By Sophie Cunningham
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Flipper and Finnegan - The True Story of How Tiny Jumpers Saved Little Penguins by Sophie Cunningham is a heartwarming children's book that recounts a true tale. It highlights how a group of dedicated animal lovers used creative solutions, like crafting tiny jumpers, to help save a colony of little penguins after an environmental disaster. The story beautifully illustrates community spirit and the impact of small acts of kindness.
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You might enjoy this children's book if you are fascinated by heartwarming animal stories and real-life conservation efforts. With adorable illustrations and an engaging narrative, it's perfect for teaching kids about teamwork, compassion, and the impact of small acts of kindness in saving our planet's wildlife.

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From the bestselling creators of Tippy & Jellybean - The True Story of the Brave Koala who Saved Her Baby From a Bushfire, this affirming and delightful tale is based on a true story of animal rescue and community cooperation.

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Flipper and Finnegan - The True Story of How Tiny Jumpers Saved Little Penguins takes you to a beautiful island paradise. Every morning, Flipper and Finnegan hunt for fish in the clear blue ocean waters. Every evening, they waddle up the beach together with all their friends — it's a penguin parade.

But one day, when Flipper comes up for air, she gets covered in something black, smelly, and sticky — and Finnegan is nowhere to be seen...

This is the miraculous true story of how a viral knitting campaign helped save the lives of Millowl/Phillip Island's Little Penguins.

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Flipper and Finnegan - The True Story of How Tiny Jumpers Saved Little Penguins by Sophie Cunningham is praised for its heartwarming narrative that captivates both children and adults. Reviewers highlight the book's engaging storytelling and beautiful illustrations, which bring to life the inspiring true story of how knitted jumpers helped save penguins in distress. It's celebrated for delivering an educational message in an appealing and accessible manner.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781761180071

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 16 August 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: Albert Street Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Anil Tortop

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 346g

Pages: 24

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Sophie Cunningham

About the Author

Sophie Cunningham is the author of five books, City of Trees, Geography, Bird, Melbourne, and Warning: The Story of Cyclone Tracy. She is a former publisher and editor, was a co-founder of the Stella Prize and is now an Adjunct Professor at RMIT University's Non/fiction Lab. In 2019 Sophie Cunningham was made a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for her contributions to literature.

Anil Tortop was born and raised in Turkey. She moved to Australia in early 2011 and has been trying to get used to the local eight-legged house intruders and slithering visitors to her garden ever since. Anil also works as an animator and character designer, and lives with her husband in Brisbane. Her previous books include A First Time For Everything by Tiffiny Hall & Ed Kavalee and Bat vs Poss by Alexa Moses.

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