Bibliograph

What a wonderful phrase, written by Nicola Edwards ; illustrated by Manu Montoya

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What a wonderful phrase, written by Nicola Edwards ; illustrated by Manu Montoya

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Intended audience

5+ years old

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

What a wonderful phrase

Responsibility statement

written by Nicola Edwards ; illustrated by Manu Montoya

Summary

This beautifully illustrated and witty book is filled to the brim with curious phrases from around the world. Travel from country to country and learn the history behind interesting and unusual idioms, and the greater cultures which shaped them. From the endearing French phrase "to be a blue flower" to the fascinating Japanese saying "to wear a cat on one's head", this book explores the diversity and importance of language worldwide. Younger readers will love sharing these quirky phrases with their friends and discovering more about the world we live in

Target audience

juvenile

resource.variantTitle

What a wonderful phrase, a collection of amazing idioms from around the world

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