đź’— THE BOWERBIRD by Julia Donaldson & Catherine Rayner
HARDCOVER
Author: Â Julia DonaldsonÂ
Illustrator: Â Catherine RaynerÂ
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THE BOWERBIRD is a charming and heartfelt picture book about creativity, patience, and finding the courage to be yourself. Bert the bowerbird has built the most beautiful bower nest he can imagine, carefully decorated with treasures to impress the bird of his dreams, the lovely Nanette.
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Bert puts his whole heart into making everything just right, adding bright colours and special details in the hope that Nanette will notice him. But as Bert waits, he begins to wonder whether all his effort will be enough - or whether true connection takes more than the perfect display.
Julia Donaldson’s gentle rhyming text makes the story a joy to read aloud, while Catherine Rayner’s stunning illustrations bring warmth, emotion, and personality to every page. Together, they create a story that is both playful and tender.
Perfect for young readers, The Bowerbird is a lovely tale about love, self-expression, and staying hopeful. It’s a reassuring and uplifting picture book that celebrates kindness, creativity, and having a big heart.
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