The Parrot and the Merchant
(Author) Pippa GoodhartMah Jahan is a rich merchant who travels far and wide to trade her goods, and keeps countless colourful birds in cages. When leaving for India, she promises to bring back gifts for all her servants, and for her favourite talking parrot. All that the parrot requests is for her to go to the jungle, greet his friends and ask if they have any messages for him. But when she delivers their message to him, she learns an important lesson about how to treat the ones you love.
Pippa Goodhart
Pippa Goodhart is a British author known for her diverse range of children's books that often explore themes of empathy, imagination, and the power of storytelling. She has authored numerous picture books, chapter books, and novels for children of all ages. Goodhart's works are highly acclaimed for their engaging narratives and relatable characters that resonate with young readers.
One of her most notable works is "You Choose," a picture book that allows readers to create their own story by choosing different paths and outcomes throughout the book. This interactive and innovative approach to storytelling has made "You Choose" a beloved classic in children's literature.
Goodhart's contributions to literature include promoting literacy, creativity, and emotional intelligence in children through her thought-provoking and entertaining stories. Her diverse body of work has had a significant impact on the children's literary genre by encouraging young readers to explore their own imagination and empathy through the power of storytelling.
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