Once there was a sad, lonely penguin who appeared at the door of a young boy. The boy decided he must be lost, so he set off to find his home. The boy asked the Lost and Found Office, some birds, and even his rubber duck, but no one knew where he belonged. Then he read that penguins were from the South Pole, and decided to help him get back there. Together they set out across the sea, rowing through bad weather and good, but when they reached the South Pole, the boy discovered that sometimes what you're looking for is right in front of you all along... With beautiful illustrations and a charming storyline, this poignant and richly enjoyable picture book won both a gold medal in the Nestle Children's Book Prize and a Blue Peter Book Award and has been turned into a BAFTA-winning animation. Illustrated in Jeffers' inimitable style, it is a visual delight, and its themes of loneliness and friendship will resonate with children.
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Once there was a sad, lonely penguin who appeared at the door of a young boy. The boy decided he must be lost, so he set off to find his home. The boy asked the Lost and Found Office, some birds, and even his rubber duck, but no one knew where he belonged. Then he read that penguins were from the South Pole, and decided to help him get back there. Together they set out across the sea, rowing through bad weather and good, but when they reached the South Pole, the boy discovered that sometimes what you're looking for is right in front of you all along...
With beautiful illustrations and a charming storyline, this poignant and richly enjoyable picture book won both a gold medal in the Nestle Children's Book Prize and a Blue Peter Book Award and has been turned into a BAFTA-winning animation. Illustrated in Jeffers' inimitable style, it is a visual delight, and its themes of loneliness and friendship will resonate with children.
As a picture book creator Oliver Jeffers has been the recipient of some of children's books highest accolades, including the Nestle Gold Medal for Lost and Found and the Irish Picture Book of the Year for The Incredible Book Eating Boy. Other award-winning titles include The Way Back Home, which was shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway medal. An animated film of Oliver's book Lost and Found won a BAFTA for Best Animation in 2009. Oliver was born in Belfast but now lives in New York City.
"Lost and Found" is an enchanting tale that follows the journey of a young girl named Lily. One day, while exploring her grandmother's attic, Lily stumbles upon a mysterious locket hidden among old trinkets and dusty memories. Little does she know that this locket holds extraordinary powers and is the key to a forgotten kingdom. As Lily opens the locket, she discovers that it is missing several precious gemstones, each representing a different element of the kingdom's magic. Determined to restore the locket and unlock its secrets, Lily embarks on a thrilling adventure filled with unexpected twists and turns. With the help of newfound friends, including a mischievous talking squirrel and a wise old owl, Lily sets out on a quest to find the missing gemstones. Along the way, she must overcome daunting challenges, face treacherous villains, and unravel the mysteries of the lost kingdom. As Lily delves deeper into her journey, she discovers her own inner strength, courage, and resilience. She learns the value of friendship, teamwork, and the importance of believing in oneself. Through her bravery and determination, Lily not only restores the locket but also restores hope and harmony to the forgotten kingdom, bringing joy and magic back to its inhabitants. "Lost and Found" is a heartwarming story that captures the imagination, reminding us that even in the face of adversity, the power of love, courage, and self-discovery can help us overcome any challenge and find our way back home. I hope you find this description intriguing! Let me know if there's anything else you'd like to add or any specific details you'd like me to include in the story. 😄
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