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Up and Down

By Oliver Jeffers
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Up and Down by Oliver Jeffers is a charming children's story about a boy and a penguin who are the best of friends. When the penguin decides he wants to fly, the boy is determined to help him achieve his dream. Their journey explores themes of friendship, adventure, and the importance of supporting those we care about.
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You might enjoy this charming tale if you love stories about friendship and adventure wrapped in beautiful illustrations. It explores themes of independence, determination, and the supportive bonds between companions, making it a delightful read for children and adults alike.

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Up and Down

New cover reissue of this magical sequel to Lost and Found from award-winning international bestselling picture book creator, Oliver Jeffers

A beautiful children's picture book from international bestseller Oliver Jeffers

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New cover reissue of this magical sequel to Lost and Found from award-winning international bestselling picture book creator, Oliver Jeffers.

The boy and the penguin still enjoy spending all their time together… That is, until the penguin starts to dream of flying, ignoring the boy's advice that it is impossible.

Running away, the penguin visits place after place, searching for a chance to get his feet off the ground. But will flying be everything he had hoped? And is the boy missing him, as much as he is missing the boy?

A heart-warming story about friendship, love, and reaching for your dreams, from highly-regarded, multi-award-winning author-illustrator Oliver Jeffers.

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Up and Down by Oliver Jeffers is praised for its heartfelt and poignant storytelling, with a minimalist yet expressive style that beautifully captures the emotions of its characters. Critics appreciate its visual wit and touching narrative, making it a lovely tale about friendship and caring. The book is noted for its ability to engage children with small details in its illustrations while enhancing Jeffers's popularity.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007263851

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 April 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 3.0mm

Width: 259.0mm

Height: 265.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 40

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Oliver Jeffers

About the Author

Oliver Jeffers is a highly acclaimed talent in picture books. He graduated from The University of Ulster in 2001 with First Class honours and has since exhibited his paintings around the world. His outstanding talent has already been recognised by several high-profile awards, including the Nestle Children's Book Prize Gold Award, the Blue Peter Book of the Year Award and the Irish Children's Book of the Year. www.oliverjeffers.com

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