The Journey Home by Frann Preston-Gannon

Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2013, Junior Magazine Design Awards (best Picture Book and Best New Talent categories) and the Cambridgeshire Picture Book Award 2013 A thought-provoking story with a powerful message about conservation' says The Guardian's Julia EccleshareOther titles from Frann Preston-Gannon include Dinosaur Farm (March 2013) both in paperback and box setThe ice is melting so Polar Bear sets off in search of a new home. The illustrations inside help to bring the powerful story to life and make you want to turn the page -Pet Focus Magazine - August 13 Issue About the Author:īook Description Paperback. This book marks Maurice Sendak protégé Preston-Gannon as one to watch. A wonderful book which deserves a huge audience -Bury Free Press, 8th March Creative Steps, Dec issueĪ beautifully imagined story with a huge heart.simple yet deeply effective storytelling. Mail on SundayĪ thought-provoking story explaining to children why we should look after our world. Carousel, November issueĪ lovely book with beautiful, slightly melancholy illustrations. They cleverly convey emotions and prompt readers to think about the world in which we all live. The subtle colours and grainy textures are woven together with simple text on high quality paper. The sober message during an oceanic odyssey is one of ecological imperative. This is a book which should become a classic. The illustrations are stunning and intriguing.

This is a really thought-provoking book and parents will find the opportunity opens up for many discussions with their children. A thought-provoking story with a powerful message about conservation from an award-winning, rising illustrator and literary star.a beautiful book, full of things for parents to talk about with their children as they read it.

The Journey Home by Frann Preston-Gannon