 In this ninth story about Rainbow Fish, he meets a new friend, Humbert. Humbert tells the other fish fantastic stories. First, there’s a plug in the bottom of the ocean that, if taken out, all the water in the sea will be drained dry. Next, there are several shoals of fish that are threatening the territory of Rainbow Fish’s friends. And finally, there’s a blue whale living nearby that is going to eat all their food. Now, Rainbow Fish catches on that Humbert is just telling exaggerated stories. When they see Humbert all alone by some rocks, they feel sorry for him and want to help him. They suggest that he should use his storytelling talent to tell interesting and true stories at storytelling shows for everyone. The vibrant, beautiful watercolor paintings enhance this important lesson for young children about making friends and not telling lies. mjw |
| Title: Rainbow Fish And The Storyteller Author: Marcus Pfister Illustrator: Marcus Pfister Publisher: NorthSouth Books, Inc. Copyright: 2022 Original Language: German Translator: David Henry Wilson Original Title: Der Regegbogenfisch glaubt nicht alles Original Publisher: NordSud Verlag, AG. Zurich, Switzerland Original Copyright: 2022 ISBN: 978-0-7358-4500-8 Hardcover pages: 32 Age range: 4-9 Genre: Picture book Author’s ethnicity: Swiss Author’s residence: Bern, Switzerland Illustrator’s ethnicity: Swiss Illustrator’s residence: Bern, Switzerland Subjects: Animal fiction, Fish, Friendship, Honesty, Truthfulness, Values |
Rainbow Fish And The Storyteller
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