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Swifty

By Stephanie Owen Reeder
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Swifty by Stephanie Owen Reeder is a heartwarming children's book about a young boy named Swifty who experiences a thrilling adventure with his racing pigeon. Set during a time of historical significance, the story beautifully weaves themes of family, friendship, and perseverance, as Swifty and his feathered friend embark on a journey that tests their loyalty and courage. It's an inspiring tale that captures the spirit of adventure and the power of dreams.
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This enchanting children's book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories that blend adventure and history in a captivating way. It offers a delightful exploration designed to spark young imaginations, taking readers on a journey through heartwarming themes and vibrant storytelling.

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Fly with Swifty on the swift parrot's challenging migration journey following the blossom trail.

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Age range 6 to 9

A captivating story of the remarkable, but critically endangered, swift parrot - one of the fastest parrots in the world!

Swifty grows from a hatchling to a fledgling in the blue-gum forests of Tasmania. She is then ready to make a challenging migration, following the blossom trail across Bass Strait to mainland south-eastern Australia.

Swifty faces many threats and dangers, but she must return home. Will she make it?

Fly with Swifty in this beautifully illustrated story, and learn how to spot a swift parrot and help protect them.

Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 6 to 9.

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Swifty by Stephanie Owen Reeder features vibrant and detailed illustrations by Astred Hicks, beautifully capturing the essence of Australian wildlife. The book is both educational and entertaining, providing readers with insights into the life of a critically endangered bird, complemented by information pages and teacher notes. It is praised for being a valuable resource for classrooms while also serving as a delightful bedtime story.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781486315918

Publisher: CSIRO Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 October 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: CSIRO Publishing

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Astred Hicks

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 250.0mm

Height: 250.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Stephanie Owen Reeder

About the Author

Dr Stephanie Owen Reeder is an award-winning children's author who writes about history and the environment. She is a recipient of the CBCA Book of the Year Award and the Laurie Copping Award for Distinguished Service to Children's Literature.

Astred Hicks is an award-winning book designer, illustrator and author. Her illustrations have appeared in books shortlisted for the CBCA Book of the Year Awards, and highly commended in the NSW Premier's Literary Awards. Astred is also the illustrator of A Hollow Is a Home (CSIRO Publishing, 2019) and Ocean Animals (CSIRO Publishing, 2020).

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