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The Old Man and the Penguin : A True Story of True Friendship - Julie Abery

The Old Man and the Penguin

A True Story of True Friendship

By: Julie Abery, Pierre Pratt (Illustrator)

Hardcover | 1 December 2020

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Told in rhyming verse, this is the touching true story of an oil-soaked penguin, the man who rescues him and an unlikely friendship.

Joao hears "a sorry screech" as he walks along the shore near his home. It's from a penguin, whose feathers are soaked in oil. Barely moving on the sand, too tired to swim, too weak to stand... Joao must save this little guy. Without his help, he'll surely die. Joao takes the penguin home. He cleans him, feeds him and nurses him slowly back to health - and the pair develop a special bond. When the penguin is fully recovered, Joao knows it's time to return him to the wild where he belongs. But the penguin has other ideas...

Told in rhyming verse, this heartwarming picture book tells the true story of Joao Pereira de Souza of Brazil, who cared for a Magellanic penguin that had been caught in an oil spill. When Joao tried to release him back to the wild, the penguin returned to Joao's home and stayed for months. The penguin, named Dindim by Joao, did eventually leave, but he now returns to visit his friend for five months of every year.

A charming read-aloud showcasing a tender relationship between an animal and human, this book also promotes environmental awareness and stewardship, and explains how human activities often threaten wildlife. Author Julie Abery includes information about Joao and the penguin, how wildlife is affected by oil spills every year, and what to do if you find wildlife in distress. The lively art by award-winning Pierre Pratt brings a touching sweetness and emotional depth to the story. There are character education lessons here on empathy, kindness and caring.

About the Author

Julie Abery is a children's author and early childhood educator. Originally from England, she has spent half of her life living in Europe, immersing herself in new languages and cultures. She currently lives in Switzerland.

About the Illustrator

Pierre Pratt is an internationally acclaimed illustrator of over fifty books for children.

Pierre's honors include three Governor General's Awards for Illustration and a prestigious Golden Apple Award.

He divides his time between Lisbon, Portugal, and Montreal, Canada.
Industry Reviews
An entertaining introduction for young readers to the harmful effects of oil spills on marine wildlife.--Kirkus Reviews
Few readers will be able to resist this charming tale, based on true events.--Booklist, starred review
The Old Man and the Penguin, a warm story of an unusual friendship, will be well-received by its young listeners/readers.--CM Magazine

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