Kirjahaku

Charlie the snail is taunted by three passing slugs. Charlie looks different, he has a big shell on his back. Bewildered and upset, Charlie has a very clever idea - to discard his once-beloved shell so he too could look like a slug. Alas Being bare is not as easy as it seems. Painful sunburn, pelting hailstones, prickly brambles and a swooping magpie are just some of the many misfortunes to befall a helpless shell-less snail A snail tale with an important message at the heart - to appreciate the shell you're in

Charlie the snail is taunted by three passing slugs. Charlie looks different; he has a big shell on his back. Bewildered and upset, Charlie has a very clever idea--to discard his once-beloved shell so he too could look like a slug. Alas Being bare is not as easy as it seems. Painful sunburn, pelting hailstones, prickly brambles, and a swooping magpie are just some of the many misfortunes to befall a helpless shell-less snail A snail tale with an important message at the heart--to appreciate the shell you're in

Zachary's heart is full of sadness. He misses his Nana and wonders where she is, but it's hard to imagine something you cannot see. One night, Zachary embarks on a magical adventure to a place filled with his favorite things. With an extra special person to guide him, Zachary finds his imagination and returns with happiness in his heart. This engaging story uses imagery, repetition, and an imaginative story line; helps young children understand emotions and bereavement in a positive way; encourages the reader to use their imagination to transport them to another place; and focuses on the relationship of a young boy and his Nana.