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Herbert and Harry

By Pamela Allen

Adjectives

thought-provoking heartfelt insightful

Genres

Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

Herbert and Harry, two inseparable brothers, stumble upon a treasure chest while fishing. Their discovery leads to a rift: Herbert becomes obsessed with safeguarding the treasure, isolating himself in fear of losing it. Meanwhile, Harry, without the treasure, embraces a life filled with family and joy. This poignant tale explores the true meaning of wealth and happiness.

About the author

Pamela Allen is a much-loved author and illustrator from New Zealand. She has created many picture books that children enjoy, such as 'Who Sank the Boat?' and 'Alexander's Outing'. Pamela's stories are full of fun, adventure, and clever ideas, making her a favourite with young readers and teachers alike.

Pages

28 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

2000

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