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“A lost polar bear strikes fear into the woodland animals until his extraordinary efforts to return home bring help, hope, and understanding…A timely story, one that yields multiple interpretations and meanings, from the “othering” of unfamiliar populations and those seeking refuge from a changing world to the impacts of climate change. Dieckmann beautifully weaves together some of today’s most difficult themes into a deceptively simple tale.”

—Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

Leaf

Written by Sandra Dieckmann
Illustrated by Sandra Dieckmann
Published by Flying Eye Books

When a polar bear arrives unexpectedly in the woods, the animals fear and avoid him, suspecting him to be dangerous – and his habit of collecting leaves only adds to their distrust. Then one day, they watch as he attempts to fly over the water with wings made of colorful leaves…just trying to go home.

Maybe he needs some help?

Primary ISBN: 9781911171317
Publication Date: October 2017
Available As: Hardcover
Picture Book, Age 03 or older

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