Jacob's Fantastic Flight
Jacob's Fantastic Flight
Description
Age range 3 to 6
Jacob has a special gift - he can fly!
When his parents plan a trip to the sea, Jacob says he will fly there himself. Along the way, he meets new friends and has wonderful adventures. And when his bird friends need help, Jacob and the flock work together to rescue their friend and outsmart the nefarious birdcatcher.
With gorgeous illustrations and a humorous, resonant story about independence, kindness, and embracing the unknown,Jacob's Fantastic Flightshows what happens when a child uses their strengths and differences to help others in need. Printed on FSC-certified paper with vegetable-based inks.
Teacher's notes are available here
An Air & Space Smithsonian Best Children's Book of 2020
'High-flying humour and heart.' -Kirkus Reviews, starred review
'Waechter's assured, Roald Dahl-leaning storytelling, rendered in a delightful to read translation, offers a whimsical flight of fancy to readers feeling wanderlust.'- Publishers Weekly, starred review
'Lessons are delivered with a light hand in this thoroughly charming read for young children, combining the wonders of the world with just a touch of magic.' - School Library Journal
'Waechter's amusing and extremely detailed drawings will give young readers something intriguing to find on each page. An instant classic.' -Air & Space Smithsonian
'Delightful...filled with intricate and charming details...a most unexpected and unusual 'what I did on my...vacation' tale.' Booklist, starred review
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