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by Lori Henninger Smith (Author), Alice Pescarin (Illustrator), Orla Travers (Narrated by)
For over three decades, the town of Dingle was graced with a lovely resident the whole world came to know. Though for 37 years, they wondered if this would be the year that he would go They dreaded that day and didn't know how they would react. The day they realized their beloved Fungie wasn't coming back. The famous dolphin named Fungie who put Dingle on the map, was now gone forever and there was no looking back. Everyone was sad and the author wanted to give Fungie's story a happier ending. So she re-wrote his ending, as a new adventurous beginning. This story tells everyone all about Fungie's life in Dingle Bay, and what he did almost every single day -- which was filling everyone glee, that's just who he was, Finn's Friend Fungie. So even though he is gone from the town of Dingle, where everyone mentions his name whenever they mingle... His memory will be in our minds forever and we hope wherever he may roam, that he is living his best life and sending selfies back home.
A fun, educational book with a lesson on being brave and learning about the world around you, perfect for the school age child, that teaches the importance of embracing opportunities. The book includes QR codes through-out that lead the reader on a treasure hunt to find even more fun facts about dolphins or other interesting items in the book. Even the physical books come complete with a scannable Audio Code built in, too, so your reader can follow along with the pictures, when with you are they are too tired to read but still want to hear a story! Just turn the page when you hear the dolphin squeak!
And you'll find photos and information about the real Fungie in the back! Our books also pay homage to the areas where this dolphin is located, Dingle Bay. Actual locations are beautifully depicted that are recognizable to those that know the area. From Slea Head rock formations behind the mermaid, to the Dingle Harbour Lighthouse and the ancient Minard Castle, local kids will get a thrill seeing the places they know and love. A teaching website has been created to accompany the books complete with lesson plans, coloring sheets and fun things for kids and teachers alike to learn more about environmentalism, conservation, marine life, and more!
