Molly's Moon Mission

Name: Molly's Moon Mission
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781787413405
Price: 18.99 NZD
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By Duncan Beedie

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Summary

In Molly's Moon Mission, a tenacious moth named Molly dreams of something extraordinary: reaching the moon. Despite doubts from others, her determination and spirit carry her through a whimsical adventure in the night sky. The book captivates readers with its themes of perseverance and believing in oneself.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this charming story if you love adventurous tales filled with courage and imagination. This delightful children's book follows a determined little moth dreaming of reaching the moon, inspiring young readers with themes of perseverance and dreaming big. Perfect for kids who have a curiosity about space and love heartwarming adventures.

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A hilarious story of mothly endeavour that celebrates the spirit of adventure. By The Bear Who Stared creator, Duncan Beedie.

A hilarious story of mothly endeavour that celebrates the spirit of adventure.

Description

A hilarious story of mothly endeavour that celebrates the spirit of adventure. By The Bear Who Stared creator, Duncan Beedie.

Molly's Moon Mission tells the story of Molly the moth who lives in the back of an old wardrobe. She loves her home and her family, but she yearns for adventure.

By day, she helps her mother look after the larvae, and by night, she prepares for her space mission to the MOON! It's no easy feat for a little moth to fly all the way to the moon, but Molly is not a moth to give up on her dreams.

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?

Molly's Moon Mission by Duncan Beedie has received praise for its charming illustrations and heartwarming story. The book tells the tale of Molly, a determined moth who dreams of reaching the moon despite numerous setbacks and naysayers. Reviewers note the engaging narrative and humour combined with crucial themes such as perseverance and self-belief. The story is celebrated for its inspirational message, encouraging young readers to reach for their dreams, regardless of obstacles.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781787413405

Publisher: Templar Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 February 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Templar Books

Contributors:

Illustrated by Duncan Beedie
Illustrated by Duncan Beedie

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 249.0mm

Height: 288.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 40

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Duncan Beedie

About the Author

Duncan is a freelance illustrator based in Bristol, UK. He has been doodling and drawing since way back in the early 1980s, lying on his parents' living room floor, grasping a felt tip in his clammy little fist, through to his current profession, grasping a Wacom stylus in his clammy little fist. So, not much has changed, although he no longer lies on the floor to draw. He has a desk in a studio that overlooks the city. It's much more accommodating than nylon shag pile.

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