The Word Collector
(Hardback)
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Publishing Details
The Word Collector
By (Author) Sonja Wimmer
Illustrated by Sonja Wimmer
Translated by Jon Brokenbrow
Cuento de Luz SL
Cuento de Luz SL
12th June 2012
Spain
Classifications
Children
Non Fiction
Childrens picture books
Childrens / Teenage personal and social topics: Emotions, moods, feelings and be
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Philosophy
Childrens / Teenage category fiction
FIC
Winner of Moonbeam Children's Book Awards 2011 (United States)
Physical Properties
Hardback
32
Width 250mm, Height 250mm, Spine 10mm
396g
Description
Winner at the 2011 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards
A poetic tale about the magic of words and the power of positive words, which invites to enjoy this wonderful story in a fun, original way.
Guided Reading Level: P, Lexile Level: 720L
Reviews
It is a testament to her impeccable design that the spreads are visually interesting and manage to create a compelling story. Beautiful, haunting descriptions of words and the power they hold will make this a favorite for linguaphiles, both old and new. --Kirkus Reviews
Author Bio
Sonja Wimmer is an award-winning illustrator whose work has been featured in books, posters, and magazines. Her illustrations for "The Word Collector" won the Gold Award for Best Illustrator at the 2011 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards.
