💗 THE SNOW GLOBE by Jean Ure
PAPERBACK
Author: Â Jean UreÂ
Illustrator: Â Charlie Alder
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THE SNOW GLOBE is a warm and thoughtful story about friendship, change, and learning to look beyond first impressions. When Abi’s family circumstances suddenly change, she has to move to a much larger and more intimidating school, leaving everything familiar behind.
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On her first day, Abi meets a girl who seems like she could become a real friend. They start to bond over Abi’s treasured snow globe, a small but meaningful reminder of comfort and home. But as their friendship grows, misunderstandings, stereotypes, and hidden prejudices begin to get in the way, threatening to pull them apart.
Jean Ure tells this story with warmth and sensitivity, making Abi’s worries and hopes easy to understand. The writing is clear and relatable, gently exploring how friendships can be tested - and how forgiveness and honesty can help rebuild them. The Snow Globe is a touching and reassuring read for younger readers. It’s a story about new beginnings, empathy, and the importance of giving people a chance before judging them.
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