A New Prayer for the Animals

Name: A New Prayer for the Animals
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781922081827
Price: 19.99 NZD
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By Mark Wilson

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A New Prayer for the Animals by Mark Wilson is a heartfelt children's book that delves into the bond between humans and animals. Through beautiful illustrations and gentle prose, it explores themes of compassion and care for the animal world, encouraging young readers to appreciate and protect their furry and feathered friends. The story invites a sense of wonder and love for all creatures, fostering empathy and respect for the natural world.
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A New Prayer for the Animals

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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 have a love for animals and are interested in sharing that passion with children. Its beautiful illustrations and gentle narrative can captivate young readers while fostering empathy and appreciation for the natural world. Ideal for bedtime reading or shared moments, it invites children to reflect on their connection to animals and nature.

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Age 5 to 12 From the oceans and coastal plains to the African Veldt, we share thisearth with many unique and wonderful creatures. This book celebrates MarkWilson's lifelong passion for endangered wildlife and the preservation ofhabitat.

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Age 5 to 12

From the oceans and coastal plains to the African Veldt, we share this earth with many unique and wonderful creatures. This book celebrates Mark Wilson's lifelong passion for endangered wildlife and the preservation of habitat.

A New Prayer for the Animals is a message of hope for animals across the world. The book contains information on each of the animals and includes at the end, a brief description of how they are threatened.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922081827

Publisher: Windy Hollow Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 April 2020

Country: Australia

Imprint: Windy Hollow Books

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 230.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 36

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