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Spider Sparrow

Spider Sparrow has always been different. Abandoned as an infant in a lambing pen and adopted by a kindly shepherd and his wife, Spider's life is unusual from the start. As he grows, it becomes clear that he is not like other children: he can't walk, talk, or learn like them. But Spider has a gift: he can imitate perfectly the sounds of animals. The animals-and his community-love him for it.

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For Spider, the world may be a difficult place, but he lives each day with joy and courage. And those who meet Spider will never forget him.

Themes
animals
Setting
England
Audience
childrensyoung adult
Length
short · 176 pages

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