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Here We Are

Notes for Living on Planet Earth (Book & CD)
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Here We Are by Oliver Jeffers is a heartwarming guide for new arrivals to planet Earth, filled with gentle insights about the world and its inhabitants. The author combines charming illustrations with simple, thoughtful text to introduce concepts of nature, humanity, and the vast universe. This book serves as a tender reminder of care, kindness, and the wonders around us, perfect for children and their parents alike.
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You might enjoy this book if you are looking for a beautifully illustrated and heartfelt introduction to the world for children. Its delightful and thoughtful exploration of our planet and the universe is perfect for sparking curiosity and wonder in young readers.

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Here We Are

#1 New York Times Bestseller and #1 TIME Best Book of the Year for 2017. Audio Production Awards, Audio Performer of the Year – Gold Winner, 2018

This book and CD edition of the exquisite and thought-provoking Here We Are comes with heartfelt, award-winning audio, read by the internationally best-selling creator himself, Oliver Jeffers!

The phenomenal international bestseller from Oliver Jeffers

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Here We Are is a #1 New York Times Bestseller and #1 TIME Best Book of the Year for 2017. It is also the Gold Winner of the Audio Production Awards for Audio Performer of the Year in 2018.

This book and CD edition of the exquisite and thought-provoking Here We Are comes with heartfelt, award-winning audio, read by the internationally best-selling creator himself, Oliver Jeffers!

Well, hello.
And welcome to this planet.
We call it Earth.

Our world can be a bewildering place, especially if you’ve only just got here. Your head will be filled with questions, so let’s explore what makes our planet and how we live on it. From land and sky, to people and time, these notes can be your guide and start you on your journey. And you’ll figure lots of things out for yourself. Just remember to leave notes for everyone else…

Some things about our planet are pretty complicated, but things can be simple, too: you’ve just got to be kind.

Here We Are is the utterly heartfelt new book from Oliver Jeffers. We’re glad you found it.

β€œAn optimistic snapshot of contemporary life, this heartfelt hug of a book ought to become a classic” β€” The Guardian

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Oliver Jeffers' book is praised for its atmospheric and detailed illustrations that capture a sense of awe and wonder about the world and universe. Reviewers describe it as an optimistic and heartfelt book, suggesting it may become a classic. The storytelling is noted for its charm and captivating nature, complemented by beautifully realised illustrations.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008354749

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Multiple-component retail product, part(s) enclosed

Date Published: 05 March 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 240.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 350g

Pages: 48

About the Author

Oliver Jeffers is a highly acclaimed talent in picture books. He graduated from The University of Ulster in 2001 with First Class honours and has since exhibited his paintings around the world. His outstanding talent has already been recognised by several high-profile awards, including the Nestle Children's Book Prize Gold Award, the Blue Peter Book of the Year Award and the Irish Children's Book of the Year. www.oliverjeffers.com Oliver Jeffers is a highly acclaimed talent in picture books. He graduated from The University of Ulster in 2001 with First Class honours and has since exhibited his paintings around the world. His outstanding talent has already been recognised by several high-profile awards, including the Nestle Children's Book Prize Gold Award, the Blue Peter Book of the Year Award and the Irish Children's Book of the Year. www.oliverjeffers.com

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