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by Elisabeth Kelly (Author), Damian Kelly (Illustrator)
Ivy is sad. She lives in a city and the colours she used to see around humans have faded. Her world is getting greyer and greyer.
With her friend Stoat, Ivy sets off on a mission to help reconnect the humans with the beauty of an urban environment.
On her way to meet the Old Dandelion she experiences the joy of the many native animals and flowers that live in towns.
Does Ivy succeed?
Do the colours return?
How can you get involved?
- A playful, informative story for ages 5-7, or for older readers who struggle with reading
- Focuses on children who live in urban areas, helping them love where they live
- Colourful illustrations throughout
- Shows the beauty of native wild animals and plants outside of more typical woodland depictions
- Call to action to help children engage with their local environment
- Written in an engaging style by a Principal Early Years Teacher with over 15 years' experience of working with children and a Postgraduate Qualification in Learning for Sustainability/Environmental Education
