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My Heart Is a Compass

By Deborah Marcero
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My Heart Is a Compass by Deborah Marcero is a beautifully illustrated children's book that follows the journey of a young girl named Rose. With an imaginative spirit, she sets out on an adventure to discover her own unique place in the world. Through a blend of fantasy and exploration, the story encourages children to listen to their hearts and embrace the power of curiosity and creativity.
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You might enjoy this book if you love inspiring stories that celebrate imagination and the power of self-discovery in children. The enchanting illustrations and captivating narrative follow a young explorer who embarks on a journey, guided by her heart and creativity. It's perfect for fostering a sense of wonder and encouraging children to chart their own adventures.

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Deborah Marcero's My Heart is a Compass tells the story of a creative girl on a mission to bring something completely new to the world and features detailed, beautiful and imaginative maps throughout.

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In this celebration of the power of imagination, a creative girl on a mission to bring something new to the world becomes a storyteller and inventor of intricately detailed maps.

Rose's heart is set on discovering something that's never been found. She just doesn't know where to find it. So she sets off on a wondrous journey, bounding from one spectacular world to the next. Her only guides are a set of maps drawn from her own imagination and her heart's desire to explore new and exciting worlds.

In this moving story of a trailblazing spirit, Rose follows her compass, and explores her creativity in a one-of-a-kind search through a collection of intricate maps that readers will love to get lost in.

My Heart Is a Compass by Deborah Marcero invites readers to immerse themselves in a magical journey, fuelled by imagination and the indomitable spirit of exploration.

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My Heart Is a Compass by Deborah Marcero captivates with its enchanting storytelling and illustrations that appeal to children and adults alike. It offers a beautifully detailed exploration of maps, encouraging imaginative journeys and teaching young readers about geography through engaging visuals and vocabulary. The book emphasises the joy of exploration and the value of the experience rather than just the destination, making it a strong addition to children's literature collections.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780316561761

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 December 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Little, Brown Young Readers

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 224.0mm

Height: 284.0mm

Weight: 440g

Pages: 40

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Deborah Marcero Young Adult

About the Author

Deborah Marcero is an artist and author. She received a BFA in drawing, printmaking, and photography from the University of Michigan, and an MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago in Writing. After teaching in Chicago Public Schools as a Literacy Specialist, Deborah realized that writing and creating books for kids was how she wanted to spend her life.

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