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Chestnut

Angie Schiavone /Kristen Willis (illustrator)
A story about family and fitting in

A heartwarming story about embracing your identity.

Chestnuts grow around each other inside prickly pods that are wild-looking and protective, like my familyEach nut is unique – some round, some flat – but all formed by one another, as they grow side by side … 

It’s chestnut day and everyone in Carina’s big Italian family has a job to do … well, almost everyone. 

So how do you find the place you belong, when it feels like there’s no room for you and everyone else fits in just right? 

A picture book about big families, big traditions and big feelings from two new Australian talents.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS BOOK:

  • DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF FAMILY: Chestnut gently encourages young readers to explore the different personalities and characters in their family.
  • PROMOTES LANGUAGE FLUIDITY: The narrative seamlessly combines English and Italian words, promoting language development while supporting with English translations. 
  • CELEBRATING ITALIAN TRADITIONS: Follow along with the family as they explore each element of the beloved chestnut day tradition.
  • GREAT GIFT: A perfect gift for families of food lovers and high-quality design-led picture books alike.

PERFECT FOR:

  • Kids aged 3+
  • Parents and caregivers looking to encourage family, individualism and a connection with nature
  • Teachers and librarians seeking an engaging book that explores the natural world and childhood traditions
     
Details:
ISBN:
9781761214646
Format:
Hardback
Page Count:
32
Dimensions:
24.40cm x 24.40cm
Publisher:
Hardie Grant Children's Publishing

Authors

Other books by Angie Schiavone & Kristen Willis