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Seal Child
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Age range 0 to 3
While a child searches for a place to call home, she is befriended by a seal. This lyrical tale is one of hope and friendship. Illustrator Anna Pignataro has captured the drama of the sea and sky, creating the perfect backdrop to Robert Vescio's enchanting story.
Seal Child
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Seal Child by Robert Vescio is praised for its enchanting storytelling and beautiful illustrations. The book is noted for capturing the imagination of young readers, offering a heartfelt narrative about friendship and understanding. Critics appreciate its poetic language and the emotional resonance it holds, making it a wonderful addition to any child's library.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781922326294
Publisher: New Frontier Publishing
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 01 September 2021
Country: Australia
Imprint: New Frontier Publishing
Illustration: Illustrations
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Anna Pignataro
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 254.0mm
Height: 254.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Robert Vescio is an award-winning children's author. He is dedicated to inspiring children with his passion for stories. When he is not writing, he enjoys visiting schools to share his imaginative tales. Robert lives in Sydney and enjoys spending time with his children, who are an endless source of inspiration. You can find him on Instagram @robertvescio_author. Website: www.robertvescio.com
Anna Pignataro is an award-winning illustrator who has created more than 60 books for children. She uses watercolour, ink, pen and collage, and also likes to sculpt in clay and sandstone. She's been drawing since she was small and it was always her dream to illustrate fairy tales. Growing up in an extended Italian family and her father being a musician mean that music and family are two of her key inspirations, as well as the weather, nature and everyday little things. A keen dream interpreter, Anna's favourite things are fortune telling, movies, trees, roses, British mysteries and stormy winters. Anna can be found on Instagram @annapignataro
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