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This book describes the adventure Ed and Steff undertake after Ed is involved in a boat accident. Ed was out sailing with his Dad when their boat crashed into another boat. When Ed wakes up he has no idea where he is or where his Dad has gone. He meets a girl called Steff near the wreckage and they have no choice to explore the strange world they have ended up in. They have to avoid the strangely scary butterflies, gain the acceptance of a huge metal pangolin and avoid being eaten by a pack of wolves.
The adventure would be suitable for older children in years 6 or above. The entire adventure is actually taking place in Ed’s imagination while he is in a coma, and the book makes references to this throughout.
There are lots of moments where the main characters have to show courage and work as a team to overcome different obstacles.
A modern alternative to Wind in the Willows, this is the story of a family of water voles and the adventures that they have on their journey along the Great River.
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Does the book contain anything that teachers would wish to know about before recommending in class (strong language, sensitive topics etc.)?
Would you recommend the book for use in primary schools?
yes
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