The Second Sky
- Subject
- Social Themes - Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance
- Age
- 3-5 years
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Eerdmans Books for Young Readers
- Size
- 23.4 cm Ć 28.2 cm
- ISBN
- 9780802855206
An inspiring story about finding your true element
Ever since he first hatched, Gilbert has wanted to fly. But with his big, clumsy feet and small, fluffy wings, learning to fly is a bigger challenge than Gilbert anticipated. His fellow penguins tell him to give up, but Gilbert is sure that if he keeps trying, heāll be able to soarā¦
Young readers will fall in love with this sweet, motivating story about overcoming obstacles and discovering your hidden talents.
About the creators
Patrick Guest is an Australian children's author living in Melbourne. His previous books include That's What Wings Are For and The Ricker Racker Club (both Little Hare). The Second Sky has been shortlisted for the 2018 Early Childhood Book of the Year by the Children's Book Council of Australia. Visit his website at www.patrickguest.com.au.
Jonathan Bentley has been an editorial illustrator forAustralia's Courier Mail for over ten years. He hasillustrated twenty books for children, but Little Big ishis debut as a children's book author. He lives in Brisbane,Australia.
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What reviewers said
ā Kirkus (STARRED review)
"With masterful composition and scale changes, Bentley creates a white and gently patterned icy world where flying birds wing in elegance both near and far. . . . Like Gilbert, this soars."
Booklist
āA good addition to penguin-themed classroom units and storytimes.ā
Catholic Library World
āThis is a joyous and well-designed book.ā
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