Wish

As an elephant couple embark on a life together, thoughts of children are far away-at first. But as the desire for a child grows, so do unexpected challenges. And it's only after thwarted plans and some difficult disappointments that their deepest wish miraculously comes true.

About the author

Matthew Cordell

Summary

A parent's ode to "anticipatory joy," by Caldecott Award-winner Matthew Cordell. The sweet companion to Dream and Hope.

As an elephant couple embarks on their life together, thoughts of children are far away -- at first. But as the desire for a child grows, so do unexpected challenges. And it's only after thwarted plans and bitter disappointment that their deepest wish miraculously comes true. This "deceptively simple" story celebrates the profound joy of becoming a parent.

Foreword

A touching and uplifting celebration of the toils and joys of becoming a parent by Caldecott Medalist Matthew Cordell, now available as a board book.

Product details

• Authors: Matthew Cordell, Matthew/ Cordell Cordell
• Assisted by: Matthew Cordell (Illustration)
• Publisher: Disney Press
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 3 to 5
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 31.03.2018
• EAN: 9781484788462
• ISBN: 978-1-4847-8846-2
• No. of pages: 36
• Series: Wish Series
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Picture books; JUVENILE FICTION / Family / Parents, JUVENILE FICTION / Family / New Baby, Animal stories (Children's / Teenage), Children’s / Teenage fiction: Family and home stories, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Nature and animal stories, Interest age: from c 3 years