Star in the Jar

Name: Star in the Jar
Brand: Arotahi Agency
SKU: 9781405284301
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By Sam Hay

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Summary

Star in the Jar is a heartwarming story about a young boy who discovers a lost star. With the help of his sister, he embarks on a journey to find a way to send it back home. This tale beautifully explores themes of wonder, adventure, and sibling love.
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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?

You might enjoy this book if you love heartwarming tales about friendship and adventure. It beautifully captures the magic of childhood wonder through the story of a young boy's discovery and the journey that follows. The engaging illustrations and imaginative plot make it a delightful read for children and parents alike.

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Up high, in the dark, dark sky … a message: LOST, ONE SMALL STAR.

An enchanting bedtime story, perfect for fans of Oliver Jeffers' How To Catch a Star.

Stunning new edition of a magical illustrated picture book for children

Description

Up high, in the dark, dark sky… a message: LOST, ONE SMALL STAR.

An enchanting bedtime story, perfect for fans of Oliver Jeffers' How To Catch a Star.

When a little boy stumbles across a special star, he puts it in a jar and takes it on adventures. Together with his big sister, he takes his special treasure with him everywhere – to the cinema, to the swimming pool, and even to the toilet!

But the poor star is sad and misses its friends in the sky... Can the little boy and his big sister find a way to send the star safely back home?

'A cheery, warm-hearted tale, beautifully told' – Guardian

Sam Hay is the award-winning author of The Star Maker’s Apprentice and A Very Corgi Christmas. Sarah Massini is the award-winning illustrator of The Little Prince, retold to Louise Greig, and The Girl and the Dinosaur, The Girl and the Mermaid, and The Velveteen Rabbit.

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?

Star in the Jar by Sam Hay receives praise for its warm-hearted narrative and enchanting story. Reviewers highlight its ability to capture the magic of the stars and the special bond between siblings, describing it as a perfect bedtime read. The book is noted for its comforting and wonder-filled storytelling, with lively illustrations adding emotional depth and additional insights to the children's adventures.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405284301

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 January 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Farshore

Contributors:

Illustrated by Sarah Massini

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 2.0mm

Width: 245.0mm

Height: 275.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Sam Hay

About the Author

SamHay grew up in Scotland in a family of bookworms. She always wanted to be a writer and filled endless notebooks with stories and poems. She trained as a journalist in Edinburgh and went on to work in newspapers for the BBC, before deciding to move to Wales and write her first children’s book. Since then she’s had more than 30 children's books published, including the Undead Pets series, the Happily Ever After Rescue Team series, and The Star Maker’s Apprentice.

Drawing has been a life-long habit for Sarah Massini which has seen her through careers in corporate design, children’s book design and now as an illustrator. She has illustrated several picture books including stunning editions of The Little Prince and The Velveteen Rabbit. Sarah lives in Sussex with her husband, son and her terrier Tess, who keeps guard as she draws.

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