The Great Book of Forest Legends

Name: The Great Book of Forest Legends
Brand: The Distribution and Logistics Company (TDLC)
SKU: 9788854419193
Price: 34.99 NZD
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Series: Great Book of Legends

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The Great Book of Forest Legends invites young readers to explore a magical world of forest creatures through folklore stories from across the globe. Each enchanting creature is introduced with curious facts and a brief description, enabling children aged 7 and above to recognise signs of these beings in nature during their woodland adventures.
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The Great Book of Forest Legends

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Ideal for children aged 7 and older who enjoy fairy tales, nature, and folklore, along with families and educators seeking a magical and educational book to inspire outdoor exploration.

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Description

A selection of charming and magical creatures of the forest: after a short presentation of each different creature, there are entertaining folklore stories and legends gathered from all around the world. Each creature is presented with curiosities and a short description, so that little ones can recognise their traces when they wander in the woods!

Ages: 7 plus

Author: Anna Lang is a Hungarian graphic designer and illustrator who is currently living and working in Sardinia. After attending the Hungarian University of Fine Arts in Budapest, she graduated as a graphic designer in 2011. In recent years she has brilliantly illustrated a number of titles for White Star Kids.

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The Great Book of Forest Legends

A selection of charming and magical creatures of the forest: after a short presentation of each different creature, there are entertaining folklore stories and legends gathered from all around the world. Each creature is presented with curiosities and a short description, so that little ones can recognise their traces when they wander in the woods! Ages: 7 plus Author: Anna...

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Praised by the Federation of Children's Book Groups, the book is presented as a charming discovery made by young cousins who find their grandmother's notebook, offering a blend of captivating stories and engaging quizzes to deepen knowledge about forest creatures.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9788854419193

Publisher: White Star

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 28 December 2023

Country: Italy

Imprint: White Star

Contributors:

Illustrated by Anna Láng
Text by Tea Orsi

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 237.0mm

Height: 295.0mm

Weight: 691g

Pages: 64

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About the Author

Anna Láng is a Hungarian graphic designer and illustrator who is currently living and working in Sardinia. After attending the Hungarian University of Fine Arts in Budapest, she graduated as a graphic designer in 2011. In recent years she has brilliantly illustrated a number of titles for White Star Kids.

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