It Fell From The Sky

A whimsical and illustrated picture book about a spider who builds a wonderous display to attract insects, but raises prices and eventually disappears due to an unexpected disaster. It teaches children important life lessons about greed and sharing.

Format: Hardback
Length: 56 pages
Publication date: 01 February 2022
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Publishers Ltd

From the acclaimed creators of The Night Gardener and Ocean Meets Sky, comes a whimsical and beautifully illustrated picture book that explores themes of community, art, giving back, and the unexpected wonders that can arise from unexpected places.

It all began on a Thursday, when a mysterious object fell from the sky, landing near the house of a curious spider named Spider. Spider, being the protector of his insect community, was determined to find out what this strange object was. He built a magnificent display, hoping to attract insects from far and wide to marvel at the marvel.

Spider had the best intentions at heart, but he soon realized that his greed was getting the better of him. As he raised the prices to view the display, fewer and fewer insects came to see it. Spider was baffled by this, but he didn't let it discourage him. He continued to increase the prices, thinking that if he made it more exclusive, the insects would value it more.

However, his plan backfired. The insects stopped showing up altogether, and Spider was left scratching his head in confusion. He couldn't understand why his beloved display was no longer attracting the attention it once had.

Just when Spider was about to give up, an unexpected disaster struck. The marvel disappeared without a trace, leaving Spider and his community in disbelief. Spider was heartbroken, but he knew that he had learned a valuable lesson.

Through this charming story, accompanied by characterful illustrations, children are taught important life lessons about greed and the importance of sharing. Spider's journey teaches us that sometimes, our desire for more can lead to the loss of what we already have. It reminds us to be mindful of our actions and to prioritize the well-being of others over our own selfish desires.

As Spider and his community work together to rebuild their beloved display, they learn to appreciate the value of community and the beauty of sharing. They realize that the true marvels in life are not found in objects or possessions, but in the connections we make with others and the love we share.

In conclusion, "The Wonder That Fell from the Sky" is a delightful and thought-provoking picture book that encourages children to embrace kindness, generosity, and the power of community. It reminds us that the most unexpected wonders can arise from the simplest of actions, and that true happiness comes from giving back and sharing our blessings with others.

Weight: 562g
Dimension: 263 x 263 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780711270657