Quill Soup

Name: Quill Soup
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781910328668
Price: 19.99 NZD
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By Alan Durant

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Summary

Quill Soup by Alan Durant is a vibrant and engaging children's book based on a traditional African folk tale. The story follows Noko, a hungry porcupine, who arrives in a village seeking food. The villagers, initially unwilling to share, soon learn about the joys and rewards of generosity and community as they are drawn into Noko's plan.
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Quill Soup

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

If you enjoy folktales and stories with vibrant illustrations, you might find this children's book enchanting. It's a clever twist on a classic tale that teaches lessons about sharing and community, making it a delightful read for both children and adults.

Quill Soup

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Quill Soup is a prestigious White Raven 2020.

Shortlisted for The English Association Picture Book Awards 2020!

Noko the porcupine is very hungry. On arriving at a village, he asks the other animals for some food and shelter. But, despite their full bellies, all the animals say they have nothing to spare. Never mind: he'll just have to make do and cook a pot of soup from the quills off his back - a soup so tasty even the king likes it. Once the villagers hear of his plan, they offer just enough ingredients to make a soup worthy of them all...

This African version of Stone Soup celebrates generosity and kindness - and the message that we can all benefit if we share our resources.

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?

Quill Soup is praised for its vibrant illustrations and engaging storytelling, often likened to a lively retelling of the classic "stone soup" fable. Reviewers commend its ability to convey themes of sharing and community in a manner that is both entertaining and accessible to young readers. The book's cultural richness and the amusing interactions between characters are also frequently highlighted as standout elements.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781910328668

Publisher: Tiny Owl Publishing Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 August 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Tiny Owl Publishing Ltd

Illustration: Illustrated in colour throughout

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 240.0mm

Height: 275.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 32

Collections

Alan Durant Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Alan Durant has written over one hundred books for children of all ages - from picture books to poetry to young adult thrillers. His picture books include the award-winning Burger Boy, Always and Forever and Dear Tooth Fairy. He regularly visits schools, libraries and festivals in the UK and abroad, giving talks and running writing workshops. Alan is married with three children and lives in Brighton.

Dale Blankenaar is a full-time picture book illustrator and designer from South Africa. He has illustrated over 30 picture books (locally and internationally). Dale has won several international awards including the IBBY Honour list and the Publishers Choice Award at the 2017 China Shanghai International Book Fair.

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