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The Tear Thief

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CA$12.99
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Paperback w/ CD

ISBN: 9781846866227

CA$12.99
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Written by Carol Ann Duffy
Illustrated by Nicoletta Ceccoli
Narrated by Juliet Stevenson
Each night, in the hours between supper and bedtime, the Tear Thief carries her waterproof, silvery sack as she steals the tears of every child who cries. But what does she do with all those tears? This warm, poignant, and beautifully illustrated story offers a thought-provoking message and a starting point to share children's emotional experiences. Book with CD edition features narration by Juliet Stevenson.

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  • Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 10.75 inches
  • Page Count: 32 pages
  • Age Range: Ages 4-9 years

Awards & Accolades

"...for children who can appreciate quiet, heart tugging fantasy with a mystical aura" – Booklist

"A modern fairytale, dreamy and poetic in the same way – and: a great goodnight story" – The Reading Castle

About the Contributors

Written by - Carol Ann Duffy
Carol Ann Duffy is an acclaimed poet and playwright whose work is known and loved all over the world. She is the first woman to have held the position of Poet Laureate in Britain. Carol Ann lives in Manchester, UK, with her daughter, Ella.
Illustrated by - Nicoletta Ceccoli
Nicoletta Ceccoli studied at the State Institute of Art in Urbino, Italy. She has won international acclaim for her distinctive style, and is the recipient of multiple awards worldwide. Nicoletta lives in her native San Marino and has illustrated several picture books for Barefoot Books.
Narrated by - Juliet Stevenson
Juliet Stevenson is a stage and screen actress with many credits to her name, including Truly, Madly, Deeply; Emma; Bend It Like Beckham and Mona Lisa Smile. She was awarded the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actress for her role in Death and the Maiden.

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