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The Marvellous Doctors for Magical Creatures

There's more than one way to be a unicorn!

Author Jodie Lancet-Grant and Illustrator Lydia Corry

Suitable for:  2+

Price:  £7.99

ISBN: 978-0-19-277783-6
Publication date: 02/06/2022
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Description

Whilst most unicorns like sunshine and sparkles, Glitterbug the unicorn enjoys moody skies and storms. Ava's doctor dads can't work out what is giving Glitterbug a tummy ache, so she decides to investigate. An inclusive picture book celebrating kindness, friendship and being true to yourself.



This page was last updated on 22 December 2024 at 20:30 GMT

Reviews

  • *** Shortlisted for the 2023 Leeds Book Awards in the KS1 Category *** -
  • "With warm, friendly illustrations, and plenty of fantastical beings to spot in the background, this story has a lovely message for kids who enjoy quieter pursuits and a little time alone." - Erika McGann, author of What is a Peachick
  • "With a heartwarming message of accepting differences in yourself and others, this story shows a child-friendly view of the tummy aches and worries that go along with the pressure of trying to fit in with everyone else and how great it feels when you can be yourself." - Children's Books Ireland, Pride Reading Guide
  • A gorgeously illustrated, delightfully funny story with thoughtful incidental representation and a lovely message of friendship and being yourself, not to mention EMO UNICORNS - what more could you want?! - Harry Woodgate, author and illustrator of Grandad's Camper (Winner, Best Illustrated Book, Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2022)
  • Loved this joyous and inclusive celebration of quiet heroes and the magic of being yourself. - Rashmi Sirdeshpande, Author of books including Good News and Never Show a T-rex a Book
  • If you want your child to grow up wide-eyed and ready to embrace the richness of the world, then this is the book for you. - Rashmi Sirdeshpande, Author of books including Good News and Never Show a T-rex a Book
  • This book is bursting with creativity, warmth and imagination, with a powerful message about celebrating each other's and our own unique identities. - Sarah Hagger-Holt, Author of Nothing Ever Happens Here and Proud of Me
  • An uplifting, joyous story full of colour, humour and heart - Ian Eagleton, author of Nen and the Lonely Fisherman
  • This is a story for every family and every bookshelf, with charming illustrations and an important message. - Gareth Peter, author of My Daddies
  • Praise for The Pirate Mums: A rainbow-hued riot of sea shanties and pirate banter. - The Guardian
  • Praise for The Pirate Mums: This brilliantly fun story is a lovely book to read aloud, with a heart-warming message. - Booktrust
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