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Eddie is a bird, but he can't fly! His friend Ernest, a bear, decides he's going to help Eddie learn to fly--with hilarious and unanticipated results. Along the way, both Ernest and Eddie learn some valuable lessons. Is Eddie even meant to fly? Or is there something else he's even better at?
About the author
Born in 1983,
Katarina Macurova is an award-winning artist whose innovative work spans from graphics and illustration to 3D graphics. She studied at the Academy of Fine Arts and Design in Bratislava, Slovakia, and has won several prestigious awards, including the Communication Arts Award of Excellence in the USA. Hailing from Bratislava, Slovakia, she continues to push the boundaries of her artistry.
Summary
Delve into a charming picture book where Arthur the bear and his bird friend Eddie go on an adventure to teach Eddie how to fly.
Teaching Eddie to Fly is a heartwarming picture book centered around Arthur the bear and Eddie, his ostrich buddy. When Arthur asks Eddie one day, “Why don't you fly?” and Eddie says, “Because nobody has taught me how,” Arthur's curiosity is piqued. Thus begins a fun and quirky globe-trotting adventure filled with determination and laughter. Through various exercises and encounters with birds from around the world, Arthur's mission to teach Eddie to fly ultimately takes an unexpected turn, leaving young readers with a valuable lesson about embracing individuality and the joys of friendship.
This delightful book, tailored for children aged 3–6, offers engaging storytelling and vivid illustrations. It encourages kids to celebrate their uniqueness and value their friendships, promoting diversity and individuality along the way. Written by a renowned children’s author—among other awards, Katarina Macurova has received a Communication Arts Award of Excellence—Teaching Eddie to Fly is a cherished addition to any child's library, delivering important life lessons in a way that is fun, engaging, and entertaining.
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