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Fox

By Margaret Wild

When a dazzling new friend arrives, Magpie must choose between freedom and loyalty.

powerful moving dramatic thought-provoking

Genres

Animals Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

What is Fox about?

Dog finds an injured Magpie who cannot fly, and the two become inseparable friends. Their peaceful life changes when Fox arrives, boasting of his speed and strength. Fox tempts Magpie to leave Dog behind and follow him into the wild. But Fox’s promises hide a darker purpose, and Magpie soon discovers the cost of abandoning a loyal friend. Set against the stark Australian bush, this powerful picture book explores friendship, jealousy, betrayal, loneliness and the consequences of difficult choices.

About the author

Margaret Wild is a well-loved author from Australia who has written many wonderful books for children. Her stories often explore feelings, friendship, and family. Some of her most famous books include 'Fox' and 'There's a Sea in My Bedroom.' Margaret enjoys creating stories that make readers think and feel.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2000

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